As an ardent fan of the 1965 classic, The Sound Of Music, visiting Salzburg had always been high on my bucket list. Recently, I got the chance of visiting this beautiful Austrian city with my husband. Spending two memorable days in this charming city ended up being one of the highlights of our European vacation.
Salzburg happens to be one of the most popular tourist destinations in Austria. It is the birthplace of the renowned composer – Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and was also the setting for The Sound of Music. Moreover, Salzburg embraces its rich music legacy by hosting the annual music festival in the summer – Salzburg Festival.
Owing to its rich cultural heritage, the Historic Center of the City of Salzburg was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996.
Salzburg welcomed us into its harmonious Alpine surroundings, splendid Baroque architecture, lush gardens, creamy colored buildings, magnificent churches with green copper domes, and a sense of being immersed in beautiful art and music.
I am guessing that if you happened to stumble upon this post, you are considering visiting Salzburg in the near future. So, here’s our list of the best things to do in Salzburg in two days.
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1. Get oriented to the city by taking a stroll along the Salzach River
A stroll along the Salzach River that runs through the heart of the town is a perfect way to get oriented to the city. The brilliant, blue Salzach river divides the town into two halves – the New town (Neustadt) and the Old Town (Altstadt). Salzburg – which means ‘Salt-castle’ – became a prosperous trading city due to the toll it would gain from salt being transported over the Salzach river from upstream mines.
2. Visit Mirabellgarten: The beautiful Mirabell Palace Gardens
The outstanding Mirabell Palace Gardens and the Palace give visitors a glimpse into the prosperity of the bygone days. These beautiful, well-maintained gardens are dotted with splendid marble statues and its famous Pegasus fountain. The opulent Mirabell Palace was built in 1606 AD on orders of Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich Raitenau for his beloved Salome.
These gardens, located in Neustadt were showcased in the famous Doe-a-deer song from Sound Of Music. The beautiful baroque garden along with the view of the Salzburg Cathedral and the towering fortress in the background make Mirabellgarten one of the most photographed locations of Salzburg.
For some of the best views, head towards Rose Hill and climb the steps near the Pegasus fountain. In order to experience Mirabellgarten in a relaxed way, we visited it in the evening as the crowds tend to be less during this time of the day.
3. Stop by for a summertime performance at Hedge Theater in Mirabell Palace Gardens
If you happen to visit Salzburg during the summertime and are exploring the Mirabell Gardens, don’t forget to stop by the Hedge Theater. This open-air theater is located in the west section of Mirabell Gardens. It serves as the location for folk and heritage performances during the summer months. Attending this performance is a delight in itself.
4. Enjoy a classical concert in Schloss Mirabell
To experience exquisite classical music in a truly stunning setting, attending the classical concert at Schloss Mirabell is a must. This was the first time my husband and I attended a classical concert and it was an amazing experience.
The décor of the Marble Hall which happens to be the venue in the palace for the concerts was absolutely breathtaking. In the past, Marble Hall had served as the main banquet hall of the Prince-archbishops of the city. The uplifting and soulful musical performance reflected the rich, musical heritage of the city.
We purchased our tickets for the SchlossKonzerteMirabell in advance. Tickets can be purchased online for Category I or Category II seating for €40 and €34 respectively. Booking in advance is definitely recommended.
5. Explore Altstadt – the historic Old Town Center of Salzburg
The main draw for most of the tourists visiting Salzburg is exploring Alstadt. It’s cobble-stone alleys, elegant buildings, spacious squares, and open-air markets are sure to charm those visiting this side of the city.
During a walk around the Old Town be sure to explore the Mozartplatz, Residezplatz and the Kapitelplatz squares. The famous Mozart statue in the Mozartplatz has a Roman mosaic at its base that translates to “Here dwells happiness”. An iconic focal point of the Resisdenzplatz is the 15m tall Residence Fountain – Residenzbrunnen. This impressive fountain was built by Italian artists and designed by Tommaso di Garona. This grand fountain is the largest fountain in Central Europe. Its design shows four horses that seem to be bursting out of the rocks on top of which giants hold a basin on which Triton stands. This fountain was also featured in one of the songs of the musical blockbuster – Sound Of Music.
A walk though Alstadt cannot be complete without visiting the Salzburg Cathedral, exploring Getreidegasse, visiting Mozart’s birthplace and the St. Peter’s Church. The dominating fortress in the backdrop of the Old Town adds to the charm of this beautifully preserved section of the city.
For a more budget-friendly option, download the free Rick Steves Europe Audio App on your phone and follow the Salzburg Town Walk. We loved exploring Alstadt by listening to this free, informative audio tour.
6. Enjoy a Marionette performance at Salzburg Marionette Theater
The Salzburg Marionette Theater is one of the oldest Marionette theaters in the world. Famous for its puppet shows, this theater delights children and adults with its lively performances. Operas and ballet performances are also held at this theater at various times of the year.
During our visit, I was delighted to learn that Sound Of Music was playing at this theater. We enjoy watching performing arts in general and a visit to this Marionette Theater to watch this performance was an absolute treat. The narration was in English and the skill of the puppeteers was truly impressive.
7. Visit Mozarts Geburtshaus -Mozart’s Birthplace
To learn more about the life of the legendary composer Mozart, stop by one of the most visited addresses in the city – 9 Getreidegasse. Mozart was born in 1756 AD in an apartment located on the third floor of this building. Mozarts Geburtshaus is now one of the most visited museums of Austria.
The family lived in this home for 25 years at this location before moving to the Mozart Residence (located on Makartplatz Square).
An hour-long tour of this museum helps visitors get an authentic glimpse into Mozart’s apartment. Walking through the apartment, one gets to learn about Mozart’s upbringing, see the family pictures, Mozart’s violin and clavichord along with memorabilia that help visitors learn about his life in Salzburg.
8. Sample the famous chocolate of Salzburg – Mozartkugel
Mozartkugel – the famous chocolate bonbons of Austria, actually originated in Salzburg. These delicious nougats and pistachio-marzipan bonbons are covered with dark chocolate. They are a typical Austrian specialty and make for a great souvenir as well. Paul Furst made these bonbons in 1890 AD, dedicating them to Mozart and these remain popular to this day.
The Mozartkugel from Mirabell are delicacies that require two and a half hours to be made to perfection. These Austrian bonbons have become famous worldwide now so stop by the shops in Salzburg to purchase some for yourself.
9. Rent a bike and explore the city at a leisurely pace
Salzburg is a lovely city to explore by bike and we always enjoy exploring cities we visit by bike. Whether you choose to take a bike tour or rent a bike to explore the city by yourself, it will be an amazing experience in itself. We rented our bikes from the bike shop located in Mozartplatz square in the Old town. We decided to explore the bike-friendly city on our own instead of opting for a bike tour. We further continued our fun biking experience by riding along the marked lanes next to the Salzach River. Biking around bike-friendly Salzburg and exploring the region nearby was a memorable experience for us.
10. Explore Salzburg by taking a horse carriage ride around town
A romantic way to explore the beautiful city is by taking a horse carriage ride around town. These Fiaker carriages add to the charm of exploring the historic Old Town. Visitors can easily hire these carriages from the Residenzplatz of Alstadt and enjoy a short 25 minutes ride around Old Town or a longer 50 minutes tour.
11. Experience the feeling of music being everywhere as you discover Salzburg
To say that music is everywhere in Salzburg is not an exaggeration of any sort. While visiting the Mozart Residence and birthplace, or attending classical music concerts, and even while sampling the Mozartkugels, we can get a sense of how important music has been to the city’s culture. In fact, I was pleasantly surprised to come across a shop selling pretzels shaped like musical notes – an ode to the love for music in this city.
The Salzburg Festival, operas, Hedge theater as well as musical performances in squares around Old Town help a visitor understand why Salzburg is often called the capital of music. It’s so easy to feel music everywhere around the town as you explore Salzburg.
12. Visit Festung Hohensalzburg (Hohensalzburg Fortress)
Overlooking the city from the top of Festungsberg hill, the white-washed Hohensalzburg Fortress is the largest fully preserved fortress of Europe. A funicular from Kapitelplatz Square shuttles visitors up to this fortified castle. As we were riding up the funicular, I couldn’t help but imagine how difficult it must have been to construct such an impressive fortress at this elevation.
To make the most of our visit to Hohensalzburg, we opted for an audio-guided tour. The tour explains in great detail the significance of the sights within the compounds of the fortress.
The construction of Hohensalzburg started in 1077 AD and it was fortified over the centuries. The Austrian emperor, Franz Joseph, finally opened this fortress to the public in 1860 AD. Taking the tour of the castle is a fun way to learn about its fascinating history and its imposing towers. The tour also gives visitors a chance to see the chapel inside the castle and its museum. Exhibits inside the castle museum showcase the history of the rulers of Salzburg over the years as well as its armory.
It is certainly a fun experience to visit this fortress. We thoroughly enjoyed exploring its various wings, walking around its courtyard, and learning about its history. In addition to that, a walk along the fortress walls offers some of the most commanding views of Salzburg and the nearby region.
13. Hike down Monchsberg Walk from Hohensalzburg to Alstadt
After a visit to Hohensalzburg fortress, visitors can choose to hike down to Altstadt or take the funicular back to the Old Town. There are a couple of well-marked trails that lead visitors from Hohensalzburg to Altstadt.
We chose to hike along the Monchsberg trail back to Altstadt as this trail offers some of the best panoramic views of the domes and spires of Salzburg, the fortress, the river, and new town on the adjacent bank.
Hiking down this easy trail to Alstadt was an enjoyable experience for us. It was an easy trail with plenty of shade and breathtaking views of Salzburg.
14. Stop by the St. Peter’s Church and visit the St. Peter’s Cemetery
Founded in the 7th century, the striking Romanesque architecture of St. Peter’s Church and its cemetery is a must-see during a trip to Salzburg. Located in Old Town, the cemetery and its catacombs seem to have been carved into the stone walls of the surrounding cliff. Silence is, of course, requested while visiting the site where some of the most famous and wealthiest citizens of Salzburg were laid to rest. St. Peter’s cemetery was also featured in the climactic scene of the Sound of Music. The well-tended mini-gardens of the cemetery along with its catacombs draw several visitors year around.
15. Sample the delicious locally brewed beer
Beer has been brewed in Salzburg since the early 14th century. In fact, Salzburg is often regarded as the beer capital of Austria. It’s no wonder that there’s such a wide variety of beers and historic breweries in Salzburg – Stiegl, and Kaltenhausen being the best-known breweries of the region.
Sampling the famous Austrian beer of the region is high on the list of those who like to drink beer. So if you’d like to try some of the authentic beer of the region, stop by the famous Augustiner Beer Gardens.
Traditional brewing techniques used for the production of beer at Augustiner Bräu Kloster in Salzburg impart a unique character to their beer. Enjoying the beer while relaxing in the largest beer garden of Austria is a delightful way to wrap up a busy sightseeing day.
16. Visit Dom Zu Salzburg – the Salzburg Cathedral
Located in Domplatz (Cathedral Square), the Salzburg Cathedral is located in the heart of the Old Town. This sacred baroque building was established at the same site as the first church of Salzburg.
Standing in Domplatz, facing the cathedral, the beautiful facade of this magnificent cathedral captivates all. Two towering dome towers are located on adjacent sides of the entrance of the cathedral. Several statues, reflecting its beautiful Italian baroque design can be seen adorning the exterior. Amongst these statues, the one on the top of the cathedral is that of Christ flanked by Moses holding the commandments. A magnificent Statue of Mary in the square itself welcomes visitors into the impressive interior of the cathedral.
The three bronze gates at the entrance of the cathedral symbolize the three divine virtues after which these gates have been named – Gate of Love (center), Gate of Hope (right), and Gate of Faith (left).
The sepian white, baroque interior of the Cathedral and the frescoes on the ceilings are stunning. The dimly lit nave of the cathedral is adorned with frescoes on its ceilings depicting the passion of Christ. In contrast, the main altar is brightly lit by the natural light from the surrounding clear windows. The painting in the main altar depicts the resurrection of Christ.
The Salzburg cathedral was also featured in Sound Of Music. It was one the first and most beautiful Baroque buildings to be built north of the Alps. A must visit while in Salzburg!
17. Enjoy learning Salzburg’s history in Salzburg Museum
The Salzburg Museum is located in the Neuen Residenz building in the Old Town. This is the best place to learn about the history of Salzburg and its culture. The valuable artifacts and collections in the museums showcase the rich art and cultural heritage of Salzburg. We enjoyed touring this museum as the interactive exhibitions were engaging and gave us a chance to learn more about the history of Salzburg.
In addition to the Salzburg Museum, we also visited the adjacent Panorama Museum in Residenzplatz. The circular painting in this museum provides a glimpse of the city of Salzburg in 1829. It was remarkable to see how little the city has changed in its layout over the centuries.
18. Indulge in shopping at the open-air markets around town
Grünmarkt is very popular with locals and tourists for its fresh produce, cheese, traditional pastries, and souvenirs. It is generally held at Universitätsplatz from Monday to Saturday. In addition to Grünmarkt, we also came across an open-air flea market adjacent to the banks of Salzach. Exploring these open-air markets is a fun shopping experience and a great way to connect with the locals.
19. Stroll along the main shopping street of the Altstadt – Getreidegasse
There’s just something alluring about Salzburg’s main shopping street located in the pedestrian zone of Altstadt – Getreidegasse. Besides being the street on which Mozart’s birthplace is located, the narrow street of Getreidegasse is packed with visitors indulging in shopping at its cute storefronts.
The wrought-iron signs for the stores indicate the type of business and add to the old-world charm of this busy shopping street. A wide array of stores, ranging from those selling schnapps, pastries, medicines, books, seasonal décor, and even international food, line up Getreidegasse. Even the McDonald’s store on Getreidegasse had a wrought iron sign!
It was a joy to explore this street and discover the archways under several of its buildings that led to parallel streets and charming squares.
20. Enjoy a peaceful picnic in the beautiful parks around town
While riding on our rented bikes through Salzburg, we were able to come across several peaceful parks that offered the perfect stop for a relaxing picnic. We stopped by Volksgarten Salzburg – a large park located close to the banks of Salzach and enjoyed a restful break as we reflected on our splendid day in Salzburg.
In addition to the best things to do In Salzburg listed in this post, if you have an additional day to explore the lake district near Salzburg, then consider taking a trip to the postcard-pretty lakeside village of Hallstatt.
I fell in love with splendid Salzburg. We loved visiting the historical buildings around town, exploring its charming alleys and experiencing the culture of the city along with its music. We look forward to visiting this magnificent Baroque city again – hopefully, soon.
Until then….. Auf Wiedersehen dear, dear Salzburg!
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Hello ! I’m Aditi …..
Welcome to Land Of Travels – a travel blog that my husband Manish and I started to share our travel stories and travel tips. We are full-time professionals, dedicated parents, foodies, and it is our shared passion for traveling that lead us to become part-time bloggers.
I was born and brought up in Northern India, lived in Bay Area, California for nearly two decades and currently reside in Ontario, Canada. Since childhood, I’ve always had a passion to travel far & wide and experience different cultures. I am passionate about planning our trips and exploring off-the-beaten-path destinations.
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Love Salzburg! Such a pleasant and beautiful town – great guide! Could not get enough of the Mozartkugels 🙂 Have a little addiction, hahaha.
Thanks! Indeed – those Mozartkugels are so delicious!
‘Sound of Music’ is our family’s favorite movie watched many times over with children.The puppet show on this movie sounds very interesting. Mirabell Palace garden picture looks stunning! I will add Salzburg to our bucketlist. 🙂
Sound of Music has been my favorite movie as well since childhood. I am sure you would love the visit to Salzburg – it’s such a charming city and so easy to explore on foot. There is even a Sound of Music bike tour available that takes the movie fans on a bike tour to all the famous filming locations in Salzburg.
Salzburg looks sooo lovely! I went to Vienna a few months ago which was a little unexpected because I thought if I go to Austria, it would be to Salzburg lol. But Vienna is an outstanding city, and I reckon if Salzburg is even better then I’ll really love it!
We loved the architecture and cultural vibe of the city. Music seemed to be everywhere. Highly recommend attending a classical musical concert when in Salzburg.
Salzburg id my favorite city. My gawd!! can’t get over the lovely views it offers. I realize now how I missed having some beer in Salzburg. You have compiled the best of Salzburg, this will definitely help me during my next visit.
We loved visiting Salzburg as well and look forward to returning to explore it some more. Glad you found the post helpful.
I have always wanted to go to Austria! This looks like a dream trip!
I’ve been to Austria twice before but have never made it to Salzburg but really want to go back and discover this part of Austria and found this post really useful – such a culturally rich part of Europe and so beautiful too
Laura x
We fell in love with this charming city. So much to see – amazing architecture and loved experiencing the musical heritage around town. Glad you found the post helpful.
I am a big admirer of heritage sites. And it is good to know that Salzburg is listed among UNESCO Heritage sites. All the sites you have mentioned including hedge theatre and garden are all worth exploring. Loved this post. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you Su. I am so glad you enjoyed reading the post. We love visiting heritage sites as well and getting to learn more about the local culture. Fell in love with Salzburg and can’t wait to return.
Salzburg is amazing, and the perfect day trip from Vienna. Everyone should definitely visit this stunning city in Austria.
Salzburg is just beautiful – it’s really the epitome of Austria. Is the easter egg store always there – like some X-mas store in certain cities? It’s so fun.
Yes those easter eggs are always there as well as a Xmas store. Fun isn’t it!
Exploring Salzburg by bike is smart since you can control where you want to go and for how long. And the city is so beautiful, you can just let yourself lost to the untouchable places. That’s what I’m going to do when I get a chance to visit Salzburg. And of course I can’t resist the chocolates!!
I am sure you are going to love exploring Salzburg by bike, just like we did. Happy travels.
I love that there is music everywhere you go there! So fitting for the home of the Sound of Music. The cathedral looks incredible, as well as listening to a classical concert in the birthplace of Mozart. Such a great list!
Thank you – glad you enjoyed reading the post.
I missed Salzburg during my recent trip to Europe. After your intro, it seems I have missed the chance to visit an amazing place. It will certainly in my bucket list for my next trip. Thanks for sharing.
Glad you enjoyed reading the post. I highly recommend a visit to Salzburg if you happen to travel to Austria. Thanks for visiting the post.
Last time I was in Salzburg it rained non stop so I saw a lot of the insides of things but not much else. I have to go back again and see a bit more, sounds like you had a great time exploring. I’m always up for a local beer as well.
I hope you the weather is better when you visit Salzburg next time. We loved exploring the city and enjoyed our visit thoroughly. Thanks for visiting the post.
Salzburg is my favorite town in Austria. I loved it rustic shopping street of Getreidegasse because of its unique sign boards. The views of Salzburg city from Hohensalzburg (Hohensalzburg Fortress) is amazing.
I completely agree Yukti. Those signboards add such an old-world charm to the shopping street. Thanks for visiting the post.
This post is amazing. I must say that I was in Salzburg in April and I totally loved the town. It is gorgeous and it has so many things to offer. Next time I should try to go to a classical concert in Schloss Mirabell or to watch the Marionette show.
Glad you enjoyed the visit to Salzburg – it is a beautiful Austrian city. Highly recommend attending the classical concert and the Marionette show.
Hello!
Hands down your post is absolutely awesome! You nailed it! I have been to Austria several times and Salzburg a few times however I still found some things in your list that I would be able to do next time I visit.
In addition, your pictures are outstanding! You really captured the essence of Saltzburg. Needless to say, your pins are spectacular and I saved every single one!
Hi Anna. Thank you so much for your appreciation. I am glad you found the post informative. There’s always so much more to explore in a destination, even if we’ve visited it earlier – that’s the beauty of travel. We look forward to returning to Salzburg during our next trip to Austria and explore it some more, especially the nearby countryside. Thank you also for sharing the pins – much appreciated.
It’s incredible that you powered through the major attractions in Salzburg in two days. I love staying active during a vacation, so the Monchesberg Walk and exploring the city on a bicycle is up my alley. Would love to try the Mozartkugel chocolate as they sound decadent as a post-hike snack 🙂
Luckily most of the attractions in Salzburg are located not too far from one another so visiting these attractions was certainly quite manageable in two full days. Those Mozartkugels are so delish! Thanks for visiting the blog.
Wow, you’ve done a lot of things in just 2 days. I wanted to visit Austria. And knowing you can do Salzburg in 2 days, is great. It reminds me of that movie, starring Maria.
We were lucky that we arrived in Salzburg early in the morning which gave us two full days to explore Salzburg. That definitely helped, plus purchasing the Salzburg Card helped us skip some of the lines at the tourist attractions. It is amazing how well Sound Of Music captures the spirit of Salzburg.
Salzburg is such a pretty city! I was there a few years ago but just for half a day. I remember visiting the Cathedral which was very impressive, but also the beautiful Mirabel Gardens. I would love to return and go up to the fortress as well.
I completely agree. We fell in love with charming Salzburg and I look forward to revisiting in the future. Thanks for visiting the post.
Such rich history and culture! So much to see and do in this picturesque town of Salzburg. I especially like the Mirabelle Gardens and palace, it looks serene!
True – loved the architecture, surrounding and the cultural vibe of this city. Thanks for visiting the post Yeshi.
I’ve been to Salzburg several times, but only ever for work. So I’ve seen the airport, the train station, various petrol stations and the dealerships I visited. But never ever did I actually make it into town. And i so want to actually visit and explore Salzburg. I really need to bump it higher up my bucket list
Salzburg was a relaxing and charming stop for us during our travels around Austria. Hope you will get to explore it some more during your next visit. Happy travels!
Would love to visit Salzburg once! Thanks
I haven’t been to Salzburg yet, but ever since I’ve learned it’s The Sound of Music place, it’s been on my list. I absolutely loved the movie and the town looks charming.
It is a lovely city and we loved the sense of being surrounded by music as we explored the city – it added an extra charm to the whole experience.
I’m adding them to my bucket lists! Very helpful and informative! Thanks for sharing and I enjoy reading them. Being a parent of a musician this will be a great trip for us as a family!
I am glad you found the post informative. Wish you a lovely time in Salzburg.
I did a day trip to Salzburg two weeks ago and fell in love with the place. I’ve vowed to go back and spend more time there. The Mirabell Gardens are so pretty and we managed to enjoy a beer and get a Christmas decoration.
This sounds like so much fun! You managed to fit in so much music and performances into your time in Salzburg! You must have had a blast!
I would have been tempted to head straight out into that countryside (singing “the hills are alive…”) but you make the city look incredibly inviting too. <3
Glad you enjoyed reading the post. We had a splendid time in Salzburg before heading off to Hallstatt – would love to revisit this city again.
It is so on my bucket list! Beautifully written!
Hello Aditi, yet another outstanding post. I love that you have both things to do for the days I want to go all out and be active and things to see for the days I want to relax and take it slow. Thanks for sharing your experience on The best things to do in Salzburg, Austria in two days.
Thank you Lydia. Glad you enjoyed reading the post.
We did just a day tripfrom Innsbruck last Ictober. You certainly got more out if the trip. I am envious.
I hope to visit Innsbruck during our next trip to Austria. Thanks for visiting the post.
What a comprehensive guide on Salzburg, Austria! That Mirabellgarten is absolutely splendid. I’d love to visit there.
Indeed – Mirabell Gardens are splendid. Attending the concert at the Mirabell Palace was a highlight for us.
Wow Salzburg looks breathtaking! All I know about Austria is the Sound of Music. Mirabellgarten looks like it’s from a story book. Happy to see it really is that beautiful.
Salzburg is a beautiful city and we loved experiencing its unique culture. I look forward to revisiting this Austrian gem hopefully soon.
I visited Salzburg on multiple occasions and it’s one of my most favorite cities in Europe and the world. I have to say, I’m impressed how much you covered in just two days. Thank you for this lovely read and keep up the great work
I love the Sound of Music ! I must visit Salzburg some day ! The concert hall of Schloss Mirabell looks really beautiful too ! I most definitely want to catch a concert there !
I didn’t have your list when I went to Salzburg, so I missed Mirabellgarten and so many other spots. So I also missed out on the Hedge theater and seeing a concert in the palace. Looks like I need to book a return trip and take your list!
Glad you found the post informative Kate. I am sure you’ll enjoy visiting the Mirabell gardens next time around in Salzburg. Happy travels!
The neat thing about Salzburg is that you really can take in a lot in just two days, and that makes this article all kinds of useful.
I love seeing pictures of the mountains surrounding Salzburg. It looks so beautiful in spring with all the flowers and green. It’s nice to see that so many things can be done beyond hiking. I look forward to visiting Austria, especially Salzburg!
This is such a great guide. I love the charm of European towns, and Salzburg fits that bill. I will definitely be saving your post for my future visit.
This place is magnificent! I am also a huge fan of Sound of Music movie and the sceneries are like a dream. Saving your post for our future travel.
Salzburg looked so different when I visited it in the wintertime, filled with snow. Yet, equally charming, if not more! All the streets of the Old Town were filled with Christmas markets I remember and it was an amazing feeling to walk around. Even the Mirabell Gardens looked so different from what I see in your pictures. I absolutely fell in love, might think of returning in the summer!
We loved visiting Salzburg as well. It is a very charming city. I’d love to visit it in winter next time around -sounds magical.
The mountains surrounding Salzburg are the most appealing to me! Looks like a wonderful place to visit in summer
Indeed – no wonder the famous song from Sound of Music which filmed in Salzburg had the lyrics – the hills are alive with the sound of music…..
It sounds like you and your hubby had a great time! Austria is beautiful, and I hope to visit someday. I like that your post had the right mix of outdoor and indoor activities to do. I would recommend your two days guide on the best things to do in Salzburg, Austria.
Thank you, Lydia – glad you enjoyed reading the post.
Thanks for the awesome suggestions! Headed to Salzburg in September with my partner, his mom and my mom and I can’t wait. I love those view from the fortress!
Thank you. I am sure you will have a lovely time in Salzburg – Happy travels!
I haven’t seen much written about Austria that I can remember but I know it’s such a beautiful country. I’d love to visit here and think it would be the perfect spot for a vacation. I’m guessing the crowds are on the lighter side for a European destination, which I would totally love. I feel like this would be the perfect county for a road trip after visiting Salzburg.
Austria gets pretty busy too in the typical peak season but it didn’t seem overwhelming even though we’d visited in summer. Exploring Austria by taking a road trip would be a lovely experience for sure. Thanks for visiting the post.
Starting off I thought, “There is absolutely nothing that could lure me to Salzburg. Or Austria, for that matter.” I’ve been put right in my place!
I would LOVE to see a marionette show and tour the beautiful castle! Most of all I want to walk down Getreidegasse, shopping until I drop. I can just imagine getting wrapped up in the magic of it all. <3
Glad you enjoyed reading the post – Salzburg is lovely!
I am definitely including Salzburg in my bucket list. You have explained it so nicely. I will definitely visit the salzburg cathedral. All the pictures are so perfect, it looks like a real paradise on earth.
Thank you. Glad you enjoyed reading the post.
Ah, lovely Austria. The Salzach River seems to be a great place for canoeing and leisurely boating. And those mountains as seen from Hohensalzburg Fortress—-I think those are adventure paradises for us!
I’d love to visit Salzburg, because of the Sound of Music and because it’s gorgeous! It seems like there are great spots to wander and explore. Beautiful!
Indeed – Salzburg is a charming city and we loved exploring its alleyways and experiencing its culture. Thanks for visiting the post.
That’s a lot of things to do in a small place like Salzburg. I am intrigued by its beauty, especially the Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Hohensalzburg Fortress, and of course Mozart’s Birthplace. You were lucky to come across a performance at the Hedge Theater in the Gardens. I need to see this beauty soon, probably next summer.
We loved visiting Salzburg and look forward to returning soon – it’s a beautiful city and an amazing cultural experience. Thanks for visiting.
I’ve been to Vienna once and I was really impressed. Salzburg seems to have the same charm, and I love that it is so green. You definitely inspired me to visit the place
Glad the post inspired you to visit Salzburg.
What a beautiful place. This will be put on my bucket list for sure. I have a child who loves music so she’d feel right at home here. Your photos are amazing and I just can’t get over how gorgeous the river, gardens, and architecture are.
So glad you enjoyed reading the post. I absolutely loved the feeling of music being everywhere in Salzburg – it such an amazing cultural experience. It’s so nice to hear your child loves music – I am sure then Salzburg would charm your family as well.
I adore Austria as a country, but I’ve never been to Salzburg. I flew there last year but didn’t get the chance to visit the city properly (drove to Flachau straight away). It looks like there’s so much to do there though – the cathedral looks beautiful! If I ever fly there again, I’d make sure to spend at least a day here 🙂 Thanks for your tips
Glad you felt inspired to visit Salzburg after reading the post. It’s a lovely city to visit -we had a memorable time during our two day stay at this Austrian gem.
Oh yes! I would also love to visit the land of Sound of Music. Salzach river looks so beautiful- would love to take a walk along there. Also love the idea of a picnic in the park. And yes, Hallsatt is definitely on my travel list!
Glad you enjoyed the post Hayley. I look forward to returning to Salzburg – hopefully soon. Loved it there.