Hohensalzburg Fortress
Europe's largest fully preserved castle complex offering magnificent city views and fascinating historical exhibits about medieval fortress life.
Read MoreSalzburg captivates visitors with its perfect blend of musical heritage, baroque splendor, and alpine beauty. This UNESCO World Heritage city combines cultural richness with scenic landscapes, offering a magical experience that feels like stepping into a living fairytale.
Europe's largest fully preserved castle complex offering magnificent city views and fascinating historical exhibits about medieval fortress life.
Read MoreThe yellow house on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born, now transformed into a museum displaying original instruments and family portraits.
Read MoreA baroque masterpiece featuring geometrically arranged gardens, mythological statues, and the famous Mirabell staircase where scenes from "The Sound of Music" were filmed.
Read MoreThis magnificent baroque cathedral with its distinctive twin towers dominates the old town skyline and features remarkable artistic treasures inside.
Read MoreThe charming, narrow shopping street known for its wrought-iron guild signs, hidden courtyards, and traditional shops housed in medieval buildings.
Read MoreA summer residence known for its "trick fountains" that surprise unsuspecting visitors with hidden water jets, plus beautiful gardens and a charming zoo.
Read MoreCultural experiences: Attend Mozart concerts in historic venues, join a "Sound of Music" tour to filming locations, explore salt mines that gave the city its name, hike the surrounding mountains, and enjoy seasonal festivals including the world-famous Salzburg Festival.
Browse Getreidegasse for luxury boutiques, traditional crafts, and souvenir shops. Salzburg is famous for original Mozartkugeln (chocolate marzipan balls), handmade Christmas ornaments, traditional clothing (dirndls and lederhosen), musical instruments, and artisanal crafts reflecting the region's alpine heritage.
Savor authentic Austrian cuisine at traditional restaurants serving specialties like Salzburger Nockerl (soufflé), Mozartkugeln (chocolate), and excellent regional beers. The nightlife is relaxed and cultured with classical concerts, cozy wine taverns, and beer gardens. Stick to well-lit areas when returning to accommodations after dark.