What to do in Salzburg

Activities, attractions and tours
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Salzburg Attractions

If you are looking for some excitement while touring Europe, you can find plenty of fun things to do in Salzburg, Austria. Famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born here, and the city still remains a top cultural and arts capital to this day. While taking Salzburg tours, you can also see lovely waterways and cobblestone streets lined with vintage shops in many places throughout the city.

One of the must see places in Salzburg is the elaborate Mirabell Palace. The current main building of the palace was constructed during the 18th century. Beautiful gardens featuring manicured lawns and intricate floral arrangements surround the palace.

You can also visit the peaceful tourist resort area known as the Salzkammergut, if you are interested in seeing some of the natural beauty around the city. This area offers gorgeous views of the Traun River and nearby mountains. This area is also one of the most ideal spots to enjoy outdoor activities such as swimming, hiking, and cycling.

If you are in the mood to check out some museums, you will definitely have no trouble finding them in Salzburg. You can even pick up a map to locate many of the best local museums. Modern art pieces created by some of today’s most acclaimed artists are on display inside the Rupertinum Museum of Modern Art. You can also observe extensive collections of antique toys inside the Spielzeugmuseum. The Mozart Museum celebrates the life and works of the famous composer and is one of the top attractions in Salzburg.

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Mirabell Palace featuring a garden, flowers and a city

City Centre Salzburg

4.5/5(86 area reviews)

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.

City Centre Salzburg
Altstadt featuring a lake or waterhole and heritage architecture

Altstadt Salzburg

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

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.

Altstadt Salzburg
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Elisabeth-Vorstadt

4/5(44 area reviews)

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.

Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Salzburg featuring landscape views, tranquil scenes and a small town or village

Schallmoos

3.5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Schallmoos
We spotted this driving to the Untersbergbahn/ cable car South of Salzburg. Great view of the Howensalzburg Fortress with trees below it.

Nonntal

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Nonntal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nonnberg Abbey and Domkirche.

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Maxglan

4.5/5(12 area reviews)

Coffeehouses, historic sites, and shopping highlight some of the notable features of Maxglan. Make a stop by Stiegl's World of Brewing while you're exploring.

Maxglan

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