Things to Do in Salzburg
Plan your days in Salzburg, your way
Start in the old town with a slow wander down Getreidegasse, reading the iron signs and ducking into the passageway courtyards.
Take the funicular up to the fortress for the one big view: spires below, Alps beyond.
Lunch on schnitzel or dumplings at a busy Gasthaus on Linzergasse, where the menu covers both the curious and the cautious.
Spend the afternoon across the river in the Mirabell Gardens, then drift up the Mönchsberg paths for a quieter second viewpoint.
Stop for cake and a melange at Café Tomaselli, three centuries of Salzburg under one ceiling.
If there's energy left, Hellbrunn's trick fountains make for a genuinely fun hour.
Evening is a river walk along the Salzach as the castle lights come on, then dinner somewhere candlelit on Steingasse.
A market, a museum, or a boat ride can fill the gaps depending on the weather and your mood.
Nothing here demands expertise or endurance.
Salzburg simply shows up, beautifully, whatever you choose.
Top attractions and places to eat in Salzburg
Salzburg Zoo Hellbrunn
A zoo set below the cliffs near Hellbrunn Palace, home to a wide range of animals in naturalistic enclosures. A popular outing for families and animal lovers.
attraction · 4.6 rating
Sternbräu
A large traditional Austrian beer restaurant in Salzburg's old town serving classic dishes like schnitzel in historic dining halls and courtyards. A lively spot for hearty regional fare.
restaurant · 4.2 rating
Fortress Hohensalzburg
A large medieval hilltop fortress overlooking Salzburg, one of Europe's best-preserved castles. Travelers visit for panoramic city views, ramparts, and historic interiors.
attraction · 4.5 rating · €12
Mirabell Palace
A Baroque palace in Salzburg known for its ornate Marble Hall and gardens, now partly used for civic functions and concerts. Travelers visit for its architecture and history.
attraction · 4.5 rating
Getreidegasse Street
Salzburg's most famous shopping street, a narrow old-town lane lined with historic wrought-iron guild signs and boutiques, and home to Mozart's birthplace. A central destination for strolling and shopping.
attraction · 4.4 rating
Cafe Konditorei Fürst
A historic Salzburg confectionery famed as the original creator of the Mozartkugel chocolate. Travelers visit for its traditional pastries, coffee and to buy the authentic hand-made Mozart chocolates.
cafe · 4.5 rating
Restaurant Stiegl-Keller
A large historic beer hall and restaurant near the fortress serving Austrian cuisine and Stiegl beer with terrace views over the city. Travelers visit for traditional food and scenic dining.
restaurant · 4.2 rating
Die Weisse
A Salzburg brewery and restaurant specializing in house-brewed wheat beer alongside Austrian dishes. Travelers visit for craft beer and casual local dining.
bar · 4.5 rating
Salzburg Cathedral
A grand baroque cathedral in the heart of the old town with an ornate interior and impressive domes. Travelers visit for its architecture, religious significance, and connection to Mozart's baptism.
church · 4.5 rating · €5
Salzburg
An Austrian city famed for its baroque architecture, its setting near the Alps, and as the birthplace of Mozart and the setting of The Sound of Music. Travelers come for its historic old town, music, and mountain surroundings.
neighborhood · 4.5 rating
Mozart's Birthplace
The house where Mozart was born, now a museum in Salzburg's old town preserving artifacts of his early life. Travelers visit to see this iconic site of musical heritage.
attraction · 4.4 rating · €15
Balkan Grill Walter
A tiny legendary sausage stand in Salzburg known for its Bosna, a spiced grilled sausage sandwich. A must-stop for a quick, iconic local street snack.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Hellbrunn Palace
An early 17th-century Baroque villa on the outskirts of Salzburg famous for its trick fountains and ornate grounds. A traveler would go to tour the palace and experience the playful water features.
attraction · 4.3 rating · €16.50
Red Bull Hangar-7
A striking glass-and-steel hangar near Salzburg Airport displaying historic aircraft, Formula 1 cars, and art, alongside restaurants and bars. Travelers come for the futuristic architecture and unique collection.
cafe · 4.4 rating
Sto Bene
A casual Italian eatery in Salzburg serving pizza and pasta. A relaxed spot for affordable Italian favorites.
restaurant · 4.6 rating