About
A charming baroque city nestled in the alps, famous for its magical christmas markets.
Why go
- Feels like a storybook, built for dreamers
- Charming city mixing historic architecture, Austrian mountains, classical music, and a tranquil atmosphere
- One of the most charming cities in europe
Must try
- Sound of music tour
- Hohensalzburg fortress
- Mirabell palace & gardens
- Salzburger nockerl dessert
- Mozart's birthplace
Pro tips
- Get a guest mobility ticket from your hotel for free public transport
- Salzburg card saves money on attractions and transport
- Take the train from munich, it's about 1.5 hours
- Take the train from vienna, about 2.5 hours
- Stay outside the city for fewer crowds and more local atmosphere
Good to know
- Restaurants around getreidegasse are noticeably overpriced
- Tour groups can overwhelm the old town by midday
- Hotels with ac are harder to find than you'd expect
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