Salzburg

Tourist Attractions in Salzburg

The most interesting and beautiful tourist sites in Salzburg. Photos, reviews, descriptions, and links to maps.

16 Attractions

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About Salzburg

Set along the Salzach River against a dramatic Alpine backdrop, Salzburg effortlessly blends baroque beauty with a lively, modern spirit. The city is famed for its UNESCO-listed Old Town, where Getreidegasse buzzes with boutique shops and historic façades, and venerable landmarks such as Salzburg Cathedral and St. Peter’s Abbey anchor centuries of culture. Visitors thrill to the Hohensalzburg Fortress, the city’s iconic silhouette, and the opulent Mirabell Palace gardens. Music lovers revel in Mozart’s birthplace, world-class concert halls, and the seasonal Salzburg Festival, while family-friendly sites like Hellbrunn Palace and its trick fountains offer playful intrigue just outside the center. Alpine scenery and culinary delights complete the experience.

Red Bull Hangar-7 — Restaurant, rated 4.7/5

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Red Bull Hangar-7

4.7 ★★★★★ 18,762 reviews

Red Bull Hangar-7 in Salzburg is a bold aviation-themed cultural complex built to celebrate speed, design and hospitality. The striking glass-and-concrete hangar houses an evolving collection of aircraft, helicopters and race cars, plus rotating art and design exhibits. Inside, travelers can dine at the renowned Ikarus restaurant, where guest chefs from around the world craft extraordinary menus. The venue also hosts atmospheric events and a free-to-explore terrace with views of the tarmac. Expect a dramatic, family-friendly blend of museum, dining and high-adrenaline spectacle.

Wilhelm-Spazier-Straße 7a, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Mirabell Gardens — Garden, rated 4.7/5

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Mirabell Gardens

4.7 ★★★★★ 14,706 reviews

Mirabell Gardens, part of the 17th-century Mirabell Palace complex in central Salzburg, is a UNESCO-listed Baroque landscape famous for its parterres, marble steps, and meticulously trimmed boxwood. Wander the Pegasus Fountain terrace, the dwarf and unicorn groves, and the fragrant herb beds beneath marble statues that frame the city’s fortress and cathedral views. As a beloved location for weddings and strolls, it rewards visitors with symmetry, scented blossoms, and photo-worthy perspectives of Hohensalzburg Castle. In spring and summer, the garden hums with color, music, and a sense of regal history.

Mirabellplatz 3, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Monday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Saturday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Sunday6:00 AM – 9:00 PM

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Fortress Hohensalzburg — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Fortress Hohensalzburg

4.6 ★★★★★ 52,514 reviews

Perched on the Festungsberg above Salzburg, Hohensalzburg Fortress is one of Europe’s largest and best-preserved medieval castles. Founded in the 11th century and expanded through the Renaissance, it rises over the city with imposing towers, burst stone walls and sweeping Alpine views. Visitors can explore gilded state rooms, the Knight’s Hall, medieval dungeons and a fortress museum, then ride the funicular for a breezy ascent. It’s a family-friendly window into princely life, wartime history and baroque Salzburg, offering panoramic photo ops, crisp air and a sense of timeless grandeur.

Mönchsberg 34, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 8:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Monday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday8:30 AM – 8:00 PM

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Haus der Natur — Zoo, rated 4.7/5

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Zoo Museum

Haus der Natur

4.7 ★★★★★ 13,597 reviews

Haus der Natur in Salzburg is a renowned natural science museum along the Salzach, not a conventional zoo, but it offers close encounters with wildlife through its extensive collections of animals in aquariums and terrariums, fossil galleries, and interactive science exhibits. Visitors can trace evolution, explore space in the planetarium, and enjoy dramatic dioramas of Salzburg’s natural habitats. Expect hands-on stations, kid-friendly demonstrations, and a rooftop terrace with city views. It's ideal for curious families and travelers who crave immersive learning, rather than animal-collection sightseeing, during a Salzburg visit.

Museumspl. 5, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Salzburg Cathedral — Religious site, rated 4.7/5

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Salzburg Cathedral

4.7 ★★★★★ 12,746 reviews

Salzburg Cathedral, or Dom zu Salzburg, is a grand Baroque Roman Catholic cathedral towering over the old town beside the Residenzplatz. Built in the 17th century after a fire devastated earlier structures, its twin copper domes and gilded interiors instantly signal Salzburg’s architectural splendor. Inside, you’ll find lavish frescoes, a soaring nave, and a magnificent organ that still hosts concerts and choral works, including connections to Mozart’s family life. Visitors can explore the rich treasury, marvel at the ornate chapels, and enjoy sweeping views of the fortress-guarded city from nearby squares.

Domplatz 1a, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 1:00 – 6:00 PM

Monday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday1:00 – 6:00 PM

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Mirabell Palace — Castle, rated 4.6/5

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Mirabell Palace

4.6 ★★★★★ 31,984 reviews

Mirabell Palace, a dazzling Baroque treasure in Salzburg, anchors the city’s historic heart with exuberant gardens and palace interiors built for Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich in the early 17th century. Visitors flock to its marble hall, Pegasus Fountain, and the famous Mirabell Garden, where geometric hedges, statues, and the renowned dwarf’s garden create a fairy-tale setting. The palace also hosts concerts and ceremonies, including popular weddings, and offers easy views of Hohensalzburg Fortress across the Salzach. Expect elegant architecture, lush grounds, and a window into Salzburg’s aristocratic heritage.

Mirabellplatz 4, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: Closed

Monday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday8:00 AM – 6:00 PM
SundayClosed

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Hellbrunn Palace — Castle, rated 4.6/5

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Hellbrunn Palace

4.6 ★★★★★ 22,266 reviews

Hellbrunn Palace, a lavish early 17th‑century Baroque villa just outside Salzburg, is famed for its playful Wasserspiele—hidden jets and trick fountains set in the surrounding gardens. Built by Prince-Archbishop Markus Sittikus, the site pairs grand palatial interiors with lush parkland, grottoes, and the iconic Trick Fountains Tour that steers visitors through cleverly engineered water surprises. Expect ornate rooms, water-powered devices, and serene courtyards amid shaded trees. It’s a family-friendly slice of history where culture, architecture, and whimsy combine, offering restful strolls, scenic views, and unforgettable photo moments.

Fürstenweg 37, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

Monday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
Friday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Saturday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM
Sunday9:30 AM – 6:30 PM

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Mozartplatz — Historic site, rated 4.5/5

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Mozartplatz

4.5 ★★★★★ 14,136 reviews

Mozartplatz is a historic square in the heart of Salzburg, anchored by the grand Mozart statue and a decorative fountain that captures the city’s musical spirit. Surrounded by elegant Baroque buildings, cobbled lanes and lively outdoor cafes, the square is a gateway to Salzburg’s heritage and its much-loved composer. Visitors stroll from nearby Mozart’s birthplace to the cathedral, take in street performances, and linger over espresso as antique carriages and seasonal markets add to the ambiance. Plan a morning or early evening visit for photo-worthy moments.

Mozartpl., 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

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Mozart's Birthplace — Museum, rated 4.3/5

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Mozart's Birthplace

4.3 ★★★★★ 27,398 reviews

Mozart's Birthplace in Salzburg is a compact museum housed in the very house where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756. Visitors step into a thoughtfully curated blend of period rooms, rare manuscripts, early instruments and personal items that illuminate the boy genius’s formative years in the bustling Getreidegasse. Expect intimate galleries, informative displays, and audio guides that bring his family life and musical training to life. The site sits beside other Mozart landmarks, offering a seamless stroll through Salzburg’s musical heritage and a vivid sense of 18th‑century life.

Getreidegasse 9, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Monday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

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Residenzplatz — Historic site, rated 4.6/5

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Residenzplatz

4.6 ★★★★★ 4,133 reviews

Residenzplatz is Salzburg’s grand Baroque square at the heart of the Old Town, anchored by the former prince‑archbishop’s Residenz and backed by the soaring spires of the Cathedral. Wander its broad pavement under ornate façades, where the luminous Residenzbrunnen fountain draws the eye and the atmosphere invites photo opportunities, street musicians, and lively al fresco chatter. It’s a gateway to nearby cobbled lanes, inviting strolls to the Getreidegasse and Mirabell Palace. Visitors can expect rich history, architectural splendor, and a sense of living tradition in every season.

Residenzpl. 4, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

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Toy Museum Salzburg — Museum, rated 4.4/5

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Toy Museum Salzburg

4.4 ★★★★★ 2,240 reviews

Toy Museum Salzburg is a delightful slice of whimsy tucked in the Austrian city of Salzburg, housing a vast collection of toys from centuries past to the present day. Visitors encounter dolls, teddy bears, tin soldiers, toy cars and trains, and ingenious mechanical curiosities that entertain both kids and nostalgic adults. The thoughtfully arranged exhibits offer insights into design, manufacturing, and the social history of play, with clear labels and occasional interactive displays. Expect charming period rooms, great photo opportunities, and a compact, child-friendly pace that makes it perfect for a short, memorable stop.

Bürgerspitalgasse 2, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

MondayClosed
Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Mozart Residence — Museum, rated 4/5

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Mozart Residence

4 ★★★★★ 8,008 reviews

Nestled in Salzburg’s historic Old Town, the Mozart Residence preserves the composer’s later home as a compact, intimate museum. Visitors wander through period rooms, furnished as they were in Mozart’s day, and step into quiet corners where he wrote letters and refined his craft. The collection includes original manuscripts, letters, daily life objects, and illuminating displays about his six prolific decades, from early Salzburg years to international fame. Expect engaging audio guides, personal insight, and a vivid sense of the city that shaped one of classical music’s greatest minds.

Makartplatz 8, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Monday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Thursday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Saturday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Sunday9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

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Linzer Gasse Platzl, rated 4.5/5

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Linzer Gasse Platzl

4.5 ★★★★★ 1,723 reviews

Linzer Gasse Platzl is a charming pedestrian square tucked at the heart of Salzburg’s Old Town, where the historic Linzer Gasse narrows into a sunlit, intimate plaza. Surrounded by pastel, Baroque facades and traditional cafés, it’s a perfect waypoint for a leisurely stroll between Mozart’s birthplace and the city’s riverside promenades. Visitors can linger over a coffee, browse boutiques, or simply soak up the buzzing medieval atmosphere as street musicians and markets add seasonal color. Expect a photogenic slice of daily Salzburg, ripe for people-watching and easy exploration on foot.

Linzer G., 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: Open 24 hours

MondayOpen 24 hours
TuesdayOpen 24 hours
WednesdayOpen 24 hours
ThursdayOpen 24 hours
FridayOpen 24 hours
SaturdayOpen 24 hours
SundayOpen 24 hours

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St. Peter's Abbey — Religious site, rated 4.6/5

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St. Peter's Abbey

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,247 reviews

St. Peter’s Abbey in Salzburg is a venerable Benedictine monastery perched in the heart of the old town, dating back to the 7th century and rebuilt in elegant Baroque style. Today it combines sacred worship with atmospheric courtyards, a candle-lit church, and the famous Petersfriedhof cemetery carved into the cliffside. Visitors can join a peaceful monastery visit, explore the ornate interiors, stroll the cloister, and descend to the nearby catacombs. The setting offers a sense of timeless Salzburg, with musical history, saffron arches, and a serene, historic atmosphere.

Sankt-Peter-Bezirk 1, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: Closed

Monday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 6:30 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 6:30 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 6:30 PM
Thursday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 6:30 PM
Friday8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 12:30 – 6:30 PM
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

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DomQuartier Salzburg — Museum, rated 4.6/5

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DomQuartier Salzburg

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,148 reviews

DomQuartier Salzburg is a seamless museum complex that links Salzburg Cathedral with the former prince-archbishop’s residence. It houses the Dommuseum, the Residenzgalerie, and historic state rooms, presenting a sweeping view of baroque art, sacred treasure, and the city below. Visitors wander through opulent halls, frescoed ceilings, and restored apartments, complemented by multimedia displays and archival exhibits that explain centuries of church and secular power in Salzburg. Expect panoramic cathedral views, a coherent historical narrative, and beautifully conserved rooms that reveal how princes once lived and governed.

Residenzplatz 1, Domplatz 1a, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Monday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

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Sound of Music Pavilion, rated 4.4/5

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Sound of Music Pavilion

4.4 ★★★★★ 981 reviews

The Sound of Music Pavilion in Salzburg is a light, elegant hilltop pavilion set within the grounds of the historic Hellbrunn Palace, famed for its association with the 1965 film soundtrack. Visitors come to stand where iconic scenes were filmed, posing beside the open-air stage and admiring sweeping park and city views. It’s a photo-worthy stop on Sound of Music tours, offering a charming glimpse into film history, music and Austrian aristocratic gardens. Expect tranquil grounds, easy footing, and a tangible sense of cinema legend amid Baroque splendor.

5020 Salzburg, Austria

Opening hours · Today: 6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Monday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Saturday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday6:00 AM – 10:00 PM

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