Best Things To Do in Salzburg, Austria

  1. Kapitelplatz And Kapitelschwemme

    Museum, Statue, Square, Cathedral

    This large old town square’s fame can not be attributed to any one thing. Rather, there are a series of little highlights. For example, it is surrounded by the Salzburg Cathedral, the Erzdiozese, the Michael Haydn Museum, the Erzbischofliches Palais, and the Kardinal-Schwarzenberg-Haus. Also on the square is the city’s second major horsewell, the Kapitelschwemme, built in 1732 by by...Read more
  2. Steingasse

    Walking Area, Streets

    Running along the Salzach River, between the Imbergstrabe and the Kapuzinerberg, this street of cute pastel colored houses was once part of a major thoroughfare and trade route, especially in the salt trade. It was the street for working class people - potters, butchers and brothel-workers. Look to the south side of the gate, and you’ll find the remnants of the old 13th century structure ...Read more
  3. Spielzeugmuseum

    4.4 (1700 Votes)
    Spielzeugmuseum

    Museum, Children Museum, Exhibition

    Salzburg is a magical city, world famous for many interesting and almost magical reasons. It was where the Sound of Music was ideated and partially shot. It is the birthplace of the great Mozart. The city is home to an internationally acclaimed puppet theater, children’s museum and numerous beautiful castles and churches. Adding to this list is spielzeugmuseum, also called the ‘Toy ...Read more
  4. Lammerklamm

    4.6 (725 Votes)
    Lammerklamm

    Outdoors, Walking Area, Nature

    Though the city is itself is not quite famous for it’s natural beauty, the area around Salzburg does have a wonder or two worth visiting. One of these is the deep gorge known as The Lammerklamm, about 30 kilometers southeast of the city. Enter the gorge at a place known as Oberscheffau. You will need to pay a small fee at the cafe-kiosk to get in. The Lammer River cuts through the rock he...Read more
  5. Salzburg Museum

    4.3 (97 Votes)
    Salzburg Museum

    Art And Culture, Art Museum, History Museum, Exhibition

    Housed inside the Neue Residenz, and previously known as the Museum Carolino-Augusteum, this is an art, history and culture museum. And the topic of interest is Salzburg, past, present, and a little future. Artefacts from Celtic times, excavations from Roman times, the Baroque transformation during the age of prince-archbishops - these are are thoroughly explored. And supplementing this explora...Read more
  6. Panorama Museum

    4 (98 Votes)
    Panorama Museum

    Museum

    As fascinating as this museum is, what you’ll really be amazed at as you walk out is why there aren't more such exhibitions around the world. Back in the 19th century, with the rise of tourism, panoramic painting became rather popular. J.M. Sattler painted this 26 meter circumference and 130 square metre area masterwork, and it’s one of the most iconic images of Salzburg there is. T...Read more
  7. Casino Salzburg

    4.5 (44 Votes)
    Casino Salzburg

    Food And Drinks, Casino, Entertainment, Games

    Opened in July 1934 in the 17th century Baroque Castle palace Mirabell, this upscale casino was only the second one to open in the country. The palace was designed by master Baroque architect Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach. The range of games are typical - Blackjack, Slots, various forms of Poker, Baccarat, and Wheels of Fortune - but the opulent atmosphere here is as much an attraction as ...Read more
  8. Universitat Salzburg

    4.4 (83 Votes)
    Universitat Salzburg

    Entertainment, Market, Square

    Shaded by the looming Kollegienkirche, this old square at the heart of the Altstadt used to be the location of the garden of the old Franciscan Monastery. A number of fairly important historic buildings now surround the square, but it’s main attraction is actually the Green market. This is a farmer’s market that has been active since the 18th century. These days the market probably ...Read more
  9. St. Blasius Church

    4.6 (6 Votes)
    St. Blasius Church

    Church, Religious Site, Architecture

    The origins of this church lie in the 12th century, when a church dedicated to St. Blasius stood here. When the Prince Archbishop Friedrich III decided to build a hospital here in the 14th century, a church was built along with it. Unlike the other churches of the time here, this one was not particularly attractive, and it maintains an austere Gothic look to this day. The only highlights of not...Read more
  10. Mullner Kirche

    4.7 (34 Votes)
    Mullner Kirche

    Church, Religious Site, Architecture

    This pyramid shaped church is thought to mark the end of the north-east corner of the old town of salzburg. The location is somewhat special. It’s thought the hill upon which this church rises was the site of pagan worship thousands of years ago. The small medieval church at this location was replaced by a gothic structure in the 15th century, which was then given a further Baroque makeov...Read more
  11. Freibad Leopoldskron

    4.4 (29 Votes)
    Freibad Leopoldskron

    Golf Course, Entertainment, Leisure, Water Sport

    Salzburg has three outdoor swimming pools, and this one is the largest. And it is an absolute tonne of fun. The slide is 72 meters long, there’s a high jump tower, a mini golf course, spots to sunbathe, a beach volleyball court, and table tennis facilities. And the whole place is prettified by palm trees, islands and fountains.  In other words, it’s an all in one simple family ...Read more
  12. Museum Of Modern Monchsberg

    Museum, Exhibition

    This modern art museum looks down on Salzburg from high on the Mount Mönchsberg. Covering 20th and 21st century art. The museum building, accessed by a famous lift, used to be the location of the famous Café Winkler, now extant. Fine art, graphics and photography are rotated through the exhibition halls here. This branch is a newer addition to the museum organisation, and has signif...Read more
  13. Dreifaltigkeitskirche

    4.4 (40 Votes)
    Dreifaltigkeitskirche

    Church, Religious Site

    Fischer von Erlach, the famed architect of Salzburg, first demonstrated his vaunted skills in the making of this 1702 church. Like his other churches, this one could almost be mistaken for a palace, with its sprawling plan and twin towers. Though the architecture is primarily Baroque, there are distinct Roman influences. The belfry was added later in 1757. The four figures on the church portal ...Read more
  14. Gerlos Pass

    4.5 (70 Votes)
    Gerlos Pass

    View Point, Scenic Drive, Nature

    167 kilometers (or a nearly three hours drive) from Salzburg is a beautiful mountain pass connecting the state of Salzburg to the state of Tyrol. First developed as a route in 1630, the road makes for an excellent drive in the summer, between May and October. It’s about 1500 meters high, which makes it one of the best ways around to take in the natural beauty of the Alps, without having t...Read more
  15. St.johannes Am Imberg

    5 (28 Votes)
    St.johannes Am Imberg

    Church, Religious Site

    Climb up the hill to the Capuchin monastery and find this church halfway up. Built in 1319, it was heavily remodelled by Prince Archbishop Max Gandolf in 1691. The church was a favourite of Mozart’s, and of his sister too. Like most Baroque churches, the interior is prettier than the exterior, which looks Romanesque. The main attractions inside the church are the decorations on the roof, ...Read more
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  • Is it practical to take a train from Munich and tour both Hellbrunn Castle and Waterpark And go to the Salt mine tour in 1 day and return to Munich in the evening?

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    • If you start early and do not mind returning to Munich late in the evening, you can do Hellbrunn Castle and Waterpark as well as a salt mine tour. It may prove to be a little hectic, but I think it is doable. 

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  • Are there any hot air ballon rides available Salzburg.

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    • Yes, the city has a popular event called International Hot Air Balloon Week. To know more check out this page.

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