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Salzburg
If you’re planning to go on a trip to Austria, then you should know that it’s not complete without visiting its Salt Castle: the city of Salzburg! Cut through the streets of this quaint and picturesque metropolis and revel in the serene atmosphere of the alpine landscape surrounding it. Marvel at the magnificent baroque architecture of its towering fortresses and exquisite palaces, romp around its gorgeous gardens, and get acquainted with the illustrious life and masterworks of the legendary Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. This city will surely have something that’ll make your trip to Austria worthwhile.
Top things to do in Salzburg
Salzburg City Card
Day Trip from Vienna to Melk, Hallstatt, and Salzburg
Hallstatt Day Tour from Salzburg
Mirabell Palace Concert in Salzburg
The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
Austrian Highlights: Hallstatt, Salzburg and Melk Abbey Tour
Salzburg Day Tour from Munich
Konigssee & Boat Trip & Berchtesgaden Tour From Salzburg
Salzburg and the Lake District Day Tour from Munich
Salt Mine and Original Sound of Music Tour from Salzburg
Hallstatt, St. Wolfgang , St. Gilgen private Day Trip Form Salzburg
Mozart Concert with Dinner in Salzburg
Hotels in Salzburg
Reviews of Salzburg activities
Quick facts about Salzburg
Local weather
℉℃Time zone
GMT +01:00
No time difference
Currency
Euro
1EUR = 1.00EUR
Official languages
German
Recommended trip duration
2 days
Flight time
12 hours
When departing from Los Angeles

FAQs about Salzburg
What is Salzburg best known for?
What is Salzburg best known for?
The city of Salzburg is known for being one of the shooting locations for the iconic movie “The Sound of Music” and the birthplace of Mozart. Beyond that, it’s home to an estimated 20 baroque churches that placed it in the UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site list in 1997. The city upholds musical tradition and stages over 4,000 cultural events yearly.
When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
When is the best time to visit Salzburg?
The best time to visit Salzburg is when the temperatures are mild between May and August. Some events to take note of when planning to travel to this destination are the Salzburg Festival in July to August and the Salzburg Easter Festival in March or April. If you wish to experience snow in Salzburg, visit sometime around December to March.
Where is the best location for tourists to stay in Salzburg?
Where is the best location for tourists to stay in Salzburg?
For history buffs, it will be wise to stay in the Old Town as it is within walking distance to most of the city’s historic sights. For couples or families looking for the right mix of relaxation and adventure, New Town is the best place to find accommodation as it is still centrally located but less touristy than Old Town.
