Things to Do in Salzburg, Austria - Salzburg Attractions
Things to Do in Salzburg
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Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburger Altstadt, Mountains, Movie Tours. For personalized recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Half-day Toursfromper adult$68- fromper adult$34
Rail Toursfromper adult$83
Classical Concertsfromper adult$44
Day Tripsfromper adult$79- fromper group (up to 3)$804
Cooking Classesfromper adult$58- fromper adult$79
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Speciality Museums
Historic castle with panoramic views, state rooms, and a variety of exhibits including a puppet museum. Enjoy scenic walks or a convenient funicular ride to the top.
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Historic Sites
Festive Christmas market in the heart of the Old Town, alive with handmade chocolates and traditional crafts amidst historic Baroque architecture and cobblestone streets.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
UNESCO World Heritage site with serene gardens and historical ambiance. Features beautiful florals, statues, and iconic movie scenes. Can be crowded, yet remains a tranquil escape.
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Mountains
Tranquil palace grounds with scenic views and a neighboring zoo, providing an informative, crowd-free experience. Nearby cafes enhance the visit.
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Baroque cathedral showcasing opulent artwork, grand architecture, and remarkable acoustics. Hosts concerts and cultural events, with a historic baptismal font and tranquil crypt.
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Aviation and racing-themed attraction featuring historic vehicles and aircraft, complete with informative backstories and an on-site dining venue. Ideal for family and couple outings.
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Historic Sites
Historic church with Romanesque and Rococo elements, featuring frescos and paintings amid serene grounds and a reflective cemetery. Visitors can explore the crypt and enjoy the peaceful ambiance.
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Cemeteries
Tranquil cemetery and catacombs with historical tombs, Gothic architecture, and cliffside views. Features garden-like graves and a serene ambience near key cultural sites.
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What travelers are saying
- SafirAlbastruIasi, Romania1,091 contributionsWonderful place full of history. We were lucky to see so many interesting things in few hours of a Christmas tour in Salzburg. Old history, great things to see inside in a tour. We spent here a very good time and see all. Worth to see it! The view from the high is tremendous!Written January 11, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Linda Evans2 contributionsSalzburg Altstadt is a beautiful area. The people were awesome and friendly. The city is clean. The very old buildings have been well maintained and are interesting including the painted buildings. I could just imagine Mozart playing in these streets when he was young.Written December 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CraigH0901Adelaide, Australia1,369 contributionsIncluded in the itinerary for the Sound of Music highlights. Easy access by bus. We were there in winter so everything was covered in snow and fountains frozen - added a degree of beauty but missed the lush green garden. The inside is beautiful and there was no charge to enter.Written January 4, 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- 80ways-aroundworldon-a -plane-again99 contributionsIf you are in Salzburg, take the bus to Untersburg and ride the cable car to the top. The bus takes 30 minutes to get there. If you but a Salzburg card, it covers the cost of the bus and the cable car. You can also go to the zoo and/or the palace which are a few bus stops away from the cable car.
The cable car took 8 minutes. The view is breathtaking from the top. Be prepared for deep snow and ice in winter. Proper walking boots or trainers with a good grip are needed. Hats, gloves and scarf to protect from the wind. It does get slippery in places, so if you want to go far along the ridge, consider walking poles.
There is a lovely cafe at the top of the cable car. The hot chocolate with rum and the shredded pancake with both plum and apple jams were really good. Definitely worth a stop before you head back down.Written December 24, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - RjessMMMVancouver, WA594 contributionsThis review will be different than the others in that we are here at the end of November and Schloss Hellbrunn has long since closed. We are in Austria for the Christmas markets and thus the purpose of our visit. There is no way to get here except driving or by bus 25. The bus is inexpensive but has a whole lot of stops and you have to walk to get to the front gate though it’s not very long. There is Uber in Salzburg and that is an option and very quick. It does cost 7 euros to get into Hellbrunn but you do get a free drink. So therefore the price is basically a wash if you are going to have a beverage at another Christmas market. Much bigger than I expected and the booths are spread far apart enough to avoid that feeling of being in a subway in Tokyo during rush hour. Much more leisurely of a pace and quite relaxing. Very well decorated and large variety of things to buy. Typical food options and high octane beverages. But the demographic was very different which I assume is related to the distance and the cost of entry. Many young families in strollers along with 50+ crowd. Having seen strollers in the markets in Vienna and Salzburg, I can’t imagine how stressful the Christkindlmarkt must feel compared to Hellbrun. Very pleasant and worth the extra work to get there. The other bonus for fans of the Sound of Music is visiting the gazebo just outside of the market. Enjoy.Written November 26, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Janice SPrince Edward County, Canada24 contributionsBeautiful cathedral... Price was reasonable to get in as they didn't nickle and dime you to see the downstairs where the archbishops are all burried. THe art work, and sculpture was amazing, as well as seeing the organs. Would have loved to hear the organs.
It was next to the Christklnardt which was convenient and nice to get inside from the colder weather for a while.Written December 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CMUNNBudapest, Hungary159 contributionsThe hangar is worth a visit if you are interested in F1 Cars, Red Bull planes, Sport History etc.
The experience was complimentary and was not overcrowded. There is a bus to the hangar from the city or taking a taxi or Uber is a short ride. The hangar did not only have many F1 cars on show, but included planes, choppers, motorbikes, rally vehicles, NASCAR and much more.
You need more than an hour to browse as there is quite a bit of statistical and historical information about the displays. The Red Bull hangar is next door to the displays hangar and we were quite fortunate to see the Red Bull choppers and acrobatic plane taking off.
There is a coffee shop onsite too. A good time to spend when around Salzburg.Written December 28, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Anna BChristchurch, New Zealand545 contributionsHad the Salzburg Card, and this was very close to the river cruise departure point, so I went here before the cruise. Such a cool museum. Loved the exhibits and displays. Bonus that it had an aquarium and a good souvenir shop.Written November 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lainie LNew York City, NY1,434 contributionsSt. Peter's Abbey is one of the oldest monasteries in the German-speaking region as it was founded in 696. The cemetery's catacombs are considered a must-see stop for "The Sound of Music" fans because that's where the von Trapp family hid before escaping the Nazis. Not surprisingly, the architecture and Baroque details of the church are outstanding and it was free to walk ins and bask in the quiet, a welcome respite from the Christmas market crowds outside.Written December 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lainie LNew York City, NY1,434 contributionsSt. Peter's Cemetery is tucked behind St. Peter's Church and is the oldest cemetery in Salzburg.
It's a beautiful and serene space blooming with flowers and sculptures.
The entrance to the catacombs is located here and you can enter for a small fee,
I enjoyed the walk through the cemetery, there was some foot traffic.Written December 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Anna BChristchurch, New Zealand545 contributionsThese fountains are great. They're surprising and pretty, and the architecture is great. The only downside would be having to wait for a staff member to turn them on and, in some cases, waiting for the staff member to turn them off so you can get out without getting soaked.Written November 6, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mark LOmbersley, UK362 contributionsWe visited the museum early one morning of our stay. We had little knowledge about Mozart but found the museum fascinating and gave a great insight into his short life. There’s lots of items to read including some fascinating letters and artefacts. Spread over a number of floors of the house, it was pretty quiet and probably spent an hour there. Definitely worth a visit and would recommend.Written October 31, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
When to Visit
- January32 ºFColdest month9 days of rainLess busyLeast busy month
- February34 ºF5 days of rainLess busy
- March42 ºF7 days of rainLess busy
- April49 ºF7 days of rainModerately busy
- May56 ºF12 days of rainWettest monthVery busy
- June64 ºF11 days of rainVery busy
- July67 ºFHottest month11 days of rainVery busyBusiest month
- August66 ºF12 days of rainVery busy
- September59 ºF9 days of rainModerately busy
- October50 ºF8 days of rainModerately busy
- November41 ºF6 days of rainModerately busy
- December35 ºF7 days of rainLess busy
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