Salzburg

Salzburg invites with melodies of Mozart and baroque charm. Marvel at the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortress, dominating the city skyline. Wander through the Mirabell Gardens, and for a sweet memory, try the Mozartkugel – a chocolate treat not to be missed.

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Salzburg Guide
Where to Stay
Best Season
Local Tips

Local Tips

Highlights:

• Hohensalzburg Fortress
• Mozart’s Birthplace
• Mirabell Palace and Gardens
• Sound of Music Tour
• Salzach River Cruise

Lowlights:

• Tourist Crowds
• Expensive Dining
• Limited Shopping


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Salzburg Guide

Guide for 1 Day

Morning

  • Start your day with a delicious traditional Austrian breakfast at Café Tomaselli, a historic coffeehouse founded in 1700.
  • Take a walk to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, one of the largest medieval castles in Europe, and enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the city.
  • Explore the beautiful baroque-style Mirabell Palace and gardens, which were featured in the famous movie “The Sound of Music”.

Midday

  • Indulge in some authentic Austrian cuisine at Stieglkeller, a cozy restaurant located inside a historic brewery.
  • Take a stroll through the picturesque streets of the Getreidegasse, a lively shopping district filled with unique boutiques and souvenir shops.

Afternoon

  • Visit the Museum of Modern Art, located on a cliff with stunning views of Salzburg and its surroundings, and admire works of art by renowned artists such as Picasso and Klimt.
  • Discover the hidden gem of St. Peter’s Cemetery, one of the oldest cemeteries in Austria, where graves are adorned with beautiful flowers and sculptures.

Evening

  • Enjoy a romantic dinner at Restaurant Ikarus, located inside the Hangar-7 building, which houses a collection of vintage aircrafts.
  • Sip on a delicious cocktail at the trendy The Bank Bar, known for its creative drinks and cozy atmosphere.
  • End your night with a unique experience at Silent Disco Salzburg, where you can dance the night away with wireless headphones and enjoy different music channels.

Guide for 2 Days

Day 1

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Afternoon

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Day 2

Morning

Midday

Afternoon

Evening

Guide for 3 Days

Day 1

Morning

  • Start the day with a traditional Austrian breakfast at Café Tomaselli, the oldest coffee house in Salzburg.
  • Walk off your breakfast with a stroll through the beautiful Mirabell Gardens, which served as the backdrop for the famous “Do-Re-Mi” scene in The Sound of Music.
  • Admire the intricate architecture and frescoes of the Salzburg Cathedral, a stunning baroque masterpiece.

Midday

  • Head to St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, the oldest restaurant in Europe, for a delicious lunch of Austrian specialties such as schnitzel and dumplings.
  • Explore the hidden alleyways and charming courtyards of Getreidegasse, Salzburg’s most famous shopping street, filled with boutique shops and cafes.

Afternoon

  • Marvel at the impressive collection of modern art at Museum der Moderne, perched on a hill overlooking the city.
  • Take a funicular up to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, one of the largest fully-preserved medieval castles in Europe, with stunning views of the city.

Evening

  • Indulge in a gourmet dinner at Restaurant Ikarus, located inside Hangar-7, a futuristic building housing a collection of rare aircraft.
  • Sip on a cocktail at The Bank Bar, a stylish speakeasy-style bar with a great atmosphere.
  • Experience the local nightlife at O’Malley’s Irish Pub, a lively spot for music and drinks.

Day 2

Morning

  • Start the day with a hearty breakfast at Triangel, a cozy cafe with delicious coffee and pastries.
  • Visit the beautiful Mirabell Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with stunning gardens and fountains.
  • Explore the charming streets and shops of Linzer Gasse, one of Salzburg’s oldest and most picturesque neighborhoods.

Midday

  • Enjoy a tasty lunch of Austrian and Italian dishes at Pizzeria Il Sole, a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.
  • Discover the fascinating history of Salzburg’s salt mines at Salzwelten Hallein, just a short drive outside the city.

Afternoon

  • Visit the unique Salzburg Museum, showcasing the city’s rich history and culture.
  • Take a relaxing boat ride on the Salzach River, offering beautiful views of the city and surrounding mountains.

Evening

  • Dine on delicious local cuisine at Stieglkeller, a historic restaurant and brewery with a beautiful beer garden.
  • Sip on a beer at Bierheuriger Augustiner, a traditional beer hall with a lively atmosphere.
  • Enjoy some live music and dancing at Shamrock Irish Pub, a popular spot for locals and visitors alike.

Day 3

Morning

  • Start the day with a delicious breakfast at Café Bazar, a historic cafe with a beautiful view of the Salzach River.
  • Explore the unique and colorful Hangar-7, a museum showcasing rare aircraft and Formula 1 cars.
  • Take a scenic hike up to the Gaisberg, a mountain overlooking Salzburg with stunning panoramic views.

Midday

  • Enjoy a tasty lunch of Austrian and international dishes at Carpe Diem Finest Fingerfood, a trendy restaurant with a great atmosphere.
  • Discover the fascinating history of Salzburg’s Jewish community at the Jewish Museum, located in the heart of the city.

Afternoon

  • Visit the beautiful Museum of Natural History, showcasing a wide range of exhibits on the natural world.
  • Explore the hidden gems of Andräviertel, a charming neighborhood filled with unique boutiques and cafes.

Evening

  • Dine on delicious local cuisine at Restaurant Esszimmer, a Michelin-starred restaurant with stunning views of the city.
  • Sip on a cocktail at The Golden Bar, a stylish rooftop bar with beautiful views of Salzburg.
  • Experience the local nightlife at Mono Bar, a trendy spot for music and drinks.

Guide for 5 Days

Day 1

Morning

  • Enjoy a traditional Austrian breakfast at Café Tomaselli, the oldest coffeehouse in Salzburg.
  • Visit the Hohensalzburg Fortress, a medieval fortress with stunning views of the city.
  • Explore the Mirabell Palace Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its Baroque architecture and beautiful gardens.

Midday

  • Indulge in delicious Austrian cuisine at Bärenwirt, a cozy restaurant with a charming atmosphere.
  • Take a stroll through St. Peter’s Cemetery, one of the oldest cemeteries in the city with fascinating Gothic architecture.

Afternoon

  • Visit the Museum of Natural History, which features exhibits on the flora and fauna of the region.
  • Explore the Getreidegasse, a picturesque shopping street with charming boutiques and historic architecture.

Evening

  • Enjoy a delicious dinner at Zirkelwirt, a traditional Austrian restaurant with a cozy ambiance.
  • Visit Augustiner Bräu, one of the oldest breweries in Austria, for a pint of their famous beer.
  • Take a stroll through the Salzach River Promenade, a beautiful walking path along the river that offers stunning views of the city.

Day 2

Morning

  • Enjoy breakfast at Stadtkrug, a charming restaurant with a beautiful terrace.
  • Visit Mozarts Geburtshaus, the birthplace of famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.
  • Explore the Salzburg Cathedral, a stunning Baroque cathedral with beautiful architecture.

Midday

  • Savor a delicious lunch at Burgerspital, a cozy restaurant with a charming atmosphere.
  • Visit the Schloss Hellbrunn, a beautiful Baroque palace with stunning gardens.

Afternoon

  • Explore the Salzburg Museum, which features exhibits on the history and culture of the city.
  • Visit the Festungsbahn, a funicular that takes you up to the Hohensalzburg Fortress.

Evening

  • Savor a traditional Austrian dinner at Gasthof Goldgasse, a cozy restaurant with a beautiful interior.
  • Enjoy a glass of wine at O’Malley’s Irish Pub, a charming pub with a friendly atmosphere.
  • Take a stroll through the Steingasse, a beautiful alley with historic architecture and charming boutiques.

Day 3

Morning

  • Start your day with breakfast at Triangel, a cozy café with a beautiful interior.
  • Visit the Salzburg Toy Museum, which features exhibits on the history of toys.
  • Explore the Salzburg Residenz, a beautiful palace with stunning architecture.

Midday

  • Indulge in delicious Austrian cuisine at Stiftskeller St. Peter, one of the oldest restaurants in Europe.
  • Take a stroll through the Kapuzinerberg, a beautiful hill with stunning views of the city.

Afternoon

  • Visit the Salzburg Zoo, which features a wide variety of animals from around the world.
  • Explore the Nonnberg Abbey, a beautiful Benedictine monastery with stunning architecture.

Evening

  • Savor a delicious dinner at Pan e Vin, an Italian restaurant with a cozy atmosphere.
  • Enjoy a cocktail at The Bank Brasserie & Bar, a stylish bar with a beautiful interior.
  • Take a stroll through the Linzergasse, a charming shopping street with historic architecture and beautiful boutiques.

Day 4

Morning

Midday

  • Savor a delicious lunch at Café Mozart, a cozy café with a beautiful interior.
  • Take a stroll through the Mirabell Palace, a stunning Baroque palace with beautiful gardens.

Afternoon

Evening

  • Savor a delicious dinner at Carpe Diem Finest Fingerfood, a restaurant with a unique concept of serving finger foods.
  • Enjoy a glass of wine at Wine & Co., a charming wine bar with a cozy atmosphere.
  • Take a stroll through the Franziskanergasse, a charming alley with historic architecture and beautiful boutiques.

Day 5

Morning

  • Enjoy breakfast at Wildmann Café, a cozy café with a beautiful interior.
  • Visit the Hellbrunner Adventzauber, a Christmas market that takes place in the beautiful gardens of the Schloss Hellbrunn.
  • Explore the Salzburg Synagogue, a stunning synagogue with beautiful architecture.

Midday

  • Indulge in delicious Austrian cuisine at Gasthof Zwettler’s Stiftskeller, a cozy restaurant with a charming atmosphere.
  • Take a stroll through the Linzer Gasse, a beautiful shopping street with historic architecture and charming boutiques.

Afternoon

  • Visit the Mirabell Palace Museum, which features exhibits on the history of the palace.
  • Explore the Stiegl Brauwelt, a brewery museum that showcases the history of beer brewing in Salzburg.

Evening

  • Savor a delicious dinner at Esszimmer, a Michelin-starred restaurant with a beautiful interior.
  • Enjoy a cocktail at Das Kino, a stylish bar with a cozy atmosphere.
  • Take a stroll through the Getreidegasse, a picturesque shopping street with charming boutiques and historic architecture.

Guide for 1 Week

Day 1

Morning

  • Savor the local delicacy, “Mozartkugel” at Cafe-Konditorei Fürst.
  • Get a panoramic view of the city from the Hohensalzburg Fortress.
  • Visit the iconic “Mirabell Palace and Gardens”.

Midday

  • Indulge in traditional Austrian cuisine at “Stieglkeller”.
  • Take a leisurely stroll through the “Old Town”.

Afternoon

  • Explore the “Salzburg Cathedral” and its rich history.
  • Get a glimpse into the life of Mozart at the “Mozart’s Birthplace” museum.

Evening

  • Experience the local beer culture at “Augustiner Bräu Kloster Mülln”.
  • Enjoy a delicious dinner at the cozy “Gasthof Goldgasse”.
  • Take a nighttime walk through the atmospheric “Getreidegasse” street.

Day 2

Morning

  • Enjoy a hearty breakfast at “Café Glockenspiel”.
  • Visit the picturesque “Schloss Hellbrunn” and its trick fountains.
  • Immerse yourself in the world of sound at the “Haus der Natur” museum.

Midday

  • Savor the authentic flavors of Salzburg at “Bärenwirt”.
  • Take a relaxing boat ride on the “Salzach River”.

Afternoon

  • Discover the beauty of “Salzburg Zoo” and its diverse wildlife.
  • Explore the fascinating exhibits at the “Salzburg Museum”.

Evening

  • Sip on delicious cocktails at “The Pure Freude”.
  • Dine on mouth-watering Italian cuisine at “Pizzeria Il Sole”.
  • Experience the vibrant nightlife at “Jazzit”.

Day 3

Morning

  • Start your day with a delicious breakfast at “Café Fingerlos”.
  • Visit the splendid “Residenz Palace” and its opulent interiors.
  • Discover the intriguing “DomQuartier Salzburg” museum complex.

Midday

  • Grab a quick bite at “Wiazhaus zum Straubinger”.
  • Explore the beautiful “Kapuzinerberg” and its stunning views.

Afternoon

  • Take a trip to the “Salzburg Open-Air Museum” and its fascinating exhibits.
  • Visit the “St. Peter’s Abbey” and its historic cemetery.

Evening

  • Sip on local wines at “Vincento”.
  • Enjoy a cozy dinner at “Gablerbräu”.
  • Experience the vibrant nightlife at “Rockhouse”.

Day 4

Morning

  • Savor a delicious breakfast at “Café Tomaselli”.
  • Visit the unique “Hangar-7” and its impressive aircraft collection.
  • Explore the charming “Mülln District” and its quaint shops.

Midday

  • Indulge in authentic Austrian cuisine at “Wirtshaus am Berg”.
  • Take a stroll through the “Leopoldskron Palace” and its beautiful surroundings.

Afternoon

  • Discover the fascinating “Toy Museum” and its extensive collection.
  • Visit the “Moenchsberg Museum of Modern Art” and its thought-provoking exhibits.

Evening

  • Enjoy a romantic dinner at “St. Peter Stiftskeller”.
  • Sip on local beers at “Die Weisse”.
  • Experience the vibrant nightlife at “O’Malley’s Irish Pub”.

Day 5

Morning

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast at “Café Bazar”.
  • Visit the iconic “Salzburg Marionette Theatre” and its charming performances.
  • Explore the “Festungsbahn” funicular and its scenic views.

Midday

  • Indulge in delicious Austrian cuisine at “Zirkelwirt”.
  • Take a leisurely walk through the “Kapitelplatz” square and its unique art installations.

Afternoon

  • Discover the fascinating “Museum of Natural History” and its diverse exhibits.
  • Visit the “Stiegl-Brauwelt” brewery and learn about the beer-making process.

Evening

  • Sip on delicious cocktails at “Sky Bar Salzburg”.
  • Dine on mouth-watering international cuisine at “Ikarus”.
  • Experience the vibrant nightlife at “Republic Café Salzburg”.

Day 6

Morning

  • Enjoy a delicious breakfast at “Café Sacher Salzburg”.
  • Visit the stunning “Salzburg Cathedral Museum” and its impressive collection.
  • Discover the fascinating “Salzburg Panorama Museum” and its 360-degree views.

Midday

  • Indulge in traditional Austrian cuisine at “Gasthof Wilder Mann”.
  • Take a relaxing walk through the “Linzergasse” street and its quaint shops.

Afternoon

  • Explore the “Dom Museum Salzburg” and its religious artifacts.
  • Visit the “Salzburg Baroque Museum” and its exquisite interiors.

Evening

  • Sip on local wines at “Wein & Co Salzburg”.
  • Enjoy a cozy dinner at “Zum fidelen Affen”.
  • Experience the vibrant nightlife at “Shamrock Irish Pub”.

Day 7

Morning

  • Start your day with a delicious breakfast at “Café Konditorei Würfel Zucker”.
  • Visit the “Museum of Modern Art Rupertinum” and its contemporary art exhibits.
  • Discover the fascinating “Salzburg Museum of Natural History” and its interactive exhibits.

Midday

  • Indulge in delicious Austrian cuisine at “Sternbräu”.
  • Take a leisurely walk through the “Makartsteg” and its love locks.

Afternoon

  • Explore the “Salzburg Fortress Museum” and its historic artifacts.
  • Visit the charming “Stift Nonnberg” and its beautiful gardens.

Evening

  • Sip on local beers at “Braustübl zu Mülln”.
  • Dine on mouth-watering Austrian cuisine at “Zum Eulenspiegel”.
  • Experience the vibrant nightlife at “Club Take Five”.

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