Things to do in Salzburg
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History & culture
See all 133 activitiesThe Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
Private & custom tours
See all 106 activitiesFrom Salzburg: Private Half-Day Tour to Hallstatt 6 hours
Shows & concerts
See all 12 activitiesSalzburg: Mozart Concert at Mirabell Palace
Adventure & outdoor
See all 10 activitiesPrivate Konigssee and Salt Mine Day Trip from Salzburg
Classes & workshops
See all 4 activitiesOriginal Sound of Music Tour & Edelweiss Cooking Class
What to do in Salzburg
Popular places to visit
Mirabell Palace and Gardens
Conceived as a palace for a mistress, the Mirabell Palace remains a splendid setting for love matches, its elegant lawns often decked with brides and grooms.
Salzburg Cathedral
The spiritual heart of Catholic Salzburg has had its fair share of turbulence—and of genius—throughout its 1200-year history.
Fortress Hohensalzburg
The medieval fortress that stepped out of the fairy-tale and onto one of Salzburg's brooding forested mountains.
Hellbrunn Palace
The summer-time 'pleasure garden' for the Prince Archbishops, where nothing is quite as it seems.
Mozart's Birthplace
Learn about the life, family and work of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart via exhibitions in the rooms of the house where he was born.
Getreidegasse
Salzburg's prettiest street is a long line of top-class shops and boutiques with old-time signs which thread together a fascinating history.
Mirabell Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Mirabell Gardens, a lovely green space in Salzburg. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Leopoldskron Palace
Much of the Sound of Music was filmed in the grounds of this grand Prince Archbishop's palace, overlooking its famous ornamental lake framed by the Alps.
Old City Hall
Find the heart of the city in Salzburg’s 14th-century town hall, featuring a beautiful Rococo façade, magnificent original clocktower and refurbished interior.
Areas of Salzburg
City Centre Salzburg
City Centre Salzburg is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Mirabell Palace and Gardens and Mirabell Gardens.
Altstadt Salzburg
Historic sites, museums, and live music are some highlights of Altstadt Salzburg. Make a stop by Mozartplatz Square or Residenzplatz Square while you're exploring.
Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Historic sites, shopping, and restaurants are some highlights of Elisabeth-Vorstadt. You might stop by Mirabell Palace and Gardens or Mirabell Gardens while you're in the area.
Schallmoos
Get to know Schallmoos by checking out its shopping, restaurants, and historic sites. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Linzer Gasse or Mirabell Palace and Gardens during your time in the area.
Nonntal
Nonntal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nonnberg Abbey and Domkirche.
Riedenburg
Unique features of Riedenburg include the shopping and historic sites. Make a stop by Leopoldskron Palace or Stiegl's World of Brewing while you're exploring the area.