- Hohensalzburg Fortress is one of the largest medieval castles in Europe—take the funicular up.
- Getreidegasse is the famous shopping street with wrought-iron signs and Mozart's Birthplace.
- Mirabell Palace and Gardens are where the 'Do-Re-Mi' scene was filmed—great photo ops.
- Salzburg Cathedral is a masterpiece of early baroque where Mozart was baptized.
- Augustiner Braustubl is a monastery brewery with a huge beer garden—bring your own food!
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When to go: Summer or December
Summer is the Salzburg Festival (music/opera). December is the Christmas Market.
Shoulder seasons are quieter but rain is common ('Salzburg Schnurlregen').
- Summer: Festival.
- December: Markets.
- Rain: Frequent.
Getting there: Train
Salzburg Airport (SZG) is close. Bus 2 or 10 takes 20 mins to center.
Train from Vienna (2.5 hrs) or Munich (1.5 hrs) is easy.
- Train: Rail hub.
- Airport: SZG.
- Bus: Cheap.
Where to stay: Altstadt or Right Bank
Altstadt (Left Bank) is historic and pedestrian. Right Bank (Linzergasse) is lively and slightly cheaper.
Near the station is practical but less charming.
- Altstadt: Historic.
- Right Bank: Lively.
- Station: Practical.
What to see: Mozart and Sound of Music
Visit Mozart's Birthplace. Tour the Fortress. Walk through Mirabell Gardens.
Take a Sound of Music tour (if you're a fan).
- Mozart: Birthplace.
- Fortress: Views.
- Mirabell: Gardens.
- Hellbrunn: Trick fountains.
Food: Salzburger Nockerl
Salzburger Nockerl is a giant sweet souffle (looks like 3 mountains).
Mozartkugel (chocolate balls) are the souvenir. Bosna (spicy hot dog) at Balkan Grill.
- Nockerl: Souffle.
- Mozartkugel: Chocolate.
- Bosna: Street food.
- Beer: Augustiner.
Getting around: Walk
The Old Town is pedestrian. Walk everywhere.
Trolleybuses are good. Bikes are popular along the river.
- Walk: Best way.
- Bus: Trolleybus.
- Bike: River path.
Budget: Expensive
Salzburg is pricey, especially during the festival.
The Salzburg Card includes all museums and transport (great value).
- Card: Highly recommended.
- Hotels: High.
- Food: Mid-range.
1 Day in Salzburg
Morning: Mirabell Gardens. Cross bridge to Old Town. Getreidegasse. Mozart's Birthplace.
Lunch: Bosna at Balkan Grill or Schnitzel.
Afternoon: Funicular to Fortress. Cathedral. St. Peter's Cemetery.
Evening: Augustiner Braustubl for beer.
- Morning: Gardens.
- Lunch: Street food.
- Afternoon: Castle.
- Evening: Beer hall.
FAQ
Is the Sound of Music popular here?
Locals don't really care about it, but they tolerate the tourists who do!
Which Mozartkugel is real?
The silver/blue foil ones (Furst) are the original handmade ones. The red/gold (Mirabell) are industrial.
Is it safe?
Yes, very safe.