Salzburg, Austria - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-09-28

Salzburg is an enchanting city known as Mozart's birthplace and for its breathtaking Alpine scenery. Visit to experience a unique blend of rich history, magnificent Baroque architecture, and classical music.

Top things to do in Salzburg

Things to do in Salzburg include Hohensalzburg Fortress, Getreidegasse, Salzburg Cathedral. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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Day 1

Stops
6
  1. 1
    Museum der Moderne MönchsbergArt museum · Mönchsberg
    300 m (🚶 5 min)
  2. 2
    Alter Markt Square
    150 m (🚶 3 min)
  3. 3
    UniversitätsplatzSquare
    600 m
  4. 4
    Nonnberg AbbeyMonastery · Nonntal
    200 m (🚶 4 min)
  5. 5
    Hohensalzburg FortressCastle · Altstadt
    1.4 km (🚶 31 min)
  6. 6
    KapuzinerbergMountain
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Day 2

Stops
4
  1. 1
    Schloss MirabellCastle
    550 m (🚶 12 min)
  2. 2
    Mozart's BirthplaceMuseum · Altstadt
    4.5 km
  3. 3
    Hellbrunn PalaceCastle
    4.4 km
  4. 4
    GetreidegasseStreet · Altstadt
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Day 3

Stops
5
  1. 1
    DomQuartier SalzburgMuseum · Altstadt
    50 m
  2. 2
    ResidenzplatzSquare · Altstadt
    50 m (🚶 2 min)
  3. 3
    Salzburg MuseumArt museum · Altstadt
    150 m (🚶 3 min)
  4. 4
    Salzburg CathedralChurch · Altstadt
    50 m (🚶 1 min)
  5. 5
    KapitelplatzSquare · Altstadt
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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Salzburg?

Hohensalzburg Fortress, Getreidegasse, Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart's Birthplace, Hellbrunn Palace, Hallstatt and 9 more. Hohensalzburg Fortress: A medieval fortress offering magnificent panoramic views of the city and surrounding mountains.

What can you do in 3 days in Salzburg?

Day 1: Museum der Moderne Mönchsberg, Alter Markt Square, Universitätsplatz, Nonnberg Abbey. Day 2: Schloss Mirabell, Mozart's Birthplace, Hellbrunn Palace, Getreidegasse. Day 3: DomQuartier Salzburg, Residenzplatz, Salzburg Museum, Salzburg Cathedral.

Which areas should you explore in Salzburg?

The itinerary for Salzburg runs through Mönchsberg, Nonntal and Altstadt.

Which museums are worth visiting in Salzburg?

Museums worth visiting in Salzburg: Mozart's Birthplace (Altstadt), Museum der Moderne Mönchsberg (Mönchsberg), DomQuartier Salzburg (Altstadt) and Salzburg Museum (Altstadt).

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