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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.

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Top-16 Tourist Attractions in Salzburg

Red Bull Hangar-7 — Restaurant, rated 4.7/5 1
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Red Bull Hangar-7

4.7 ★★★★★ 18,762 reviews

Red Bull Hangar-7 in Salzburg is a striking aviation-themed restaurant and museum housed in a former aircraft hangar that now gleams with glass and concrete. It showcases an eclectic collection of historic aircraft, Formula One cars, and dynamic exhibits, complemented by a high-energy dining experience featuring Austrian and international flavors. Visitors can expect panoramic views of the runways, architecturally bold interiors, and occasional live events, all while enjoying modern cuisine and beverages in a setting that blends art, speed, and innovation. It's a must for design lovers and aviation enthusiasts alike.

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 2
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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 3
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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 4
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 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 6
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Mirabell Palace

4.6 ★★★★★ 31,984 reviews

Mirabell Palace, a baroque gem in Salzburg, sits beside the Salzach River and anchors the city’s historic center with its lush gardens and ornate interiors. Built in the 17th century for Archbishop Wolf Dietrich, it now hosts state functions, weddings, and cultural events, while its Marble Hall echoes with centuries of music and diplomacy. Visitors can wander the Pegasus Fountain, the geometrical Dwarf Garden, and the grand staircases, then explore opulent state rooms that showcase period furnishings. It’s perfect for photo-ready strolls, architectural appreciation, and a glimpse of Salzburg’s aristocratic past.

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 7
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Hellbrunn Palace

4.6 ★★★★★ 22,266 reviews

Nestled on the outskirts of Salzburg, Hellbrunn Palace is a Renaissance marvel built for Archbishop Markus Sittich von Eggenberg, famed for its playful trick fountains and lush trickery gardens. Visitors wander the marble-trimmed courtyards and stately interiors, then step into the famous Wasserkunst—the water features that spring to life with hidden hoses and jet streams, especially dramatic on guided tours. Beyond the fountains, the palace offers expansive grounds, a picturesque trick-pond, and the enchanting Hellbrunn Pavilion, making it ideal for family outings, photo opportunities, and a glimpse into princely entertainment of the 17th century.

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 8
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Mozartplatz

4.5 ★★★★★ 14,136 reviews

Mozartplatz is a lively historic square in Salzburg, anchored by a towering statue of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and flanked by Baroque facades that glow under the city’s seasonal light. This compact square serves as a gateway to Salzburg’s music heritage, with nearby churches, cafes, and the iconic Residenzplatz just steps away. Visitors can linger among musicians selling melodies, enjoy open-air concerts in summer, and admire the square’s graceful symmetry, making it a perfect starting point for exploring Salzburg’s atmospheric old town and its storied musical legacy.

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 9
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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 10
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Residenzplatz

4.6 ★★★★★ 4,133 reviews

Residenzplatz in Salzburg is the grand square at the heart of the city’s baroque historic center, framed by the impressive Residenz and the marble Fuhrerplatz fountain. It’s a gateway to centuries of aristocratic life, music history, and bustling local life, often hosting concerts, markets, and ceremonial processions. Visitors can admire the elegant façades, step inside the Residenzgalerie to view masterpieces, or simply enjoy the rhythm of street performances and café culture. The square’s central location makes it a perfect starting point for exploring Salzburg’s UNESCO-listed old town.

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 11
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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 12
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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 13
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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 14
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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 15
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DomQuartier Salzburg

4.6 ★★★★★ 1,148 reviews

DomQuartier Salzburg is a majestic museum experience that blends baroque palace rooms, cathedral precincts, and panoramic city views into a seamless cultural journey. Located in the heart of Salzburg, it offers richly furnished interiors, original frescoes, and multimedia exhibitions that illuminate the archbishop’s era, the cathedral’s construction, and Mozart’s world. Visitors can wander through ornate salons, climb tower terraces for sweeping Salzburg vistas, and explore the museum’s interactive displays. It’s ideal for history enthusiasts, architecture lovers, and families seeking a compact, immersive dive into Salzburg’s royal and religious legacy.

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 16
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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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