Salzburg Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, See & Eat

Salzburg offers a feast for the senses with its stunning baroque architecture, rich musical heritage as Mozart's birthplace, and breathtaking alpine backdrop. Highlights include the Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mirabell Palace, and the enchanting old town. Don't miss the Sound of Music tour and the vibrant local markets.

With 280+ hand-picked places to explore, Salzburg rewards travellers who look beyond the obvious. Here's our complete guide to the best of the city — organised by what you're in the mood for.

Must-See Attractions & Landmarks in Salzburg

The icons and landmarks no first visit is complete without.

• Mönchsberg Aussichtspunkt (rated 4.7★)
• Mozart Monument (rated 4.7★)
• Papageno and Papagena Fountain (rated 4.7★)
• Salzburg Cathedral (rated 4.7★)

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Museums & Culture in Salzburg

Galleries, museums and cultural landmarks for a deeper look at the city.

• Galerie Thaddaeus Ropac (rated 4.8★)
• Hohensalzburg Fortress (rated 4.8★)
• Mirabell Palace and Gardens (rated 4.8★)
• Salzburg Marionette Theatre (rated 4.8★)

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Best Things to Do in Salzburg

Activities and experiences to fill your days.

• Untersberg Mountain (rated 4.8★)
• Klettersteig Postalm (rated 4.7★)
• Salzburg Indoor Climbing Center (rated 4.7★)
• Salzwelten Hallein (rated 4.7★)

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Where to Eat in Salzburg

From local classics to standout modern kitchens.

• Restaurant Ikarus (rated 4.8★)
• Restaurant Senns (rated 4.8★)
• Cafe Sacher Salzburg (rated 4.7★)
• GustaV - The Green Kitchen (rated 4.7★)

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Salzburg After Dark: Bars & Nightlife

Where to go once the sun sets.

• Gusswerk (rated 4.7★)
• Sky Bar M32 (rated 4.7★)
• Stieglkeller (rated 4.7★)
• Take Five Salzburg (rated 4.7★)

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Shopping in Salzburg

Markets, boutiques and everything in between.

• Salzburger Christkindlmarkt (rated 4.8★)
• Sporer Likör- & Punschmanufaktur (rated 4.8★)
• Christmas in Salzburg (rated 4.7★)
• Europark Salzburg (rated 4.7★)

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Parks & Green Spaces in Salzburg

Room to breathe when you need a break from the streets.

• Mirabell Gardens (Mirabellgarten) (rated 4.8★)
• Untersberg Trail (rated 4.8★)
• Botanischer Garten der Universität Salzburg (rated 4.7★)
• Gaisberg (rated 4.7★)

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Plan Your Trip to Salzburg

This is just the start — browse our full, always-growing guide to Salzburg, with 280 places across 12 categories, and start building your perfect itinerary.

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