Altstadt Salzburg Travel Guide

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Mozart\'s Birthplace featuring heritage architecture, a city and a church or cathedral

Popular places to visit

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Salzburg Cathedral

4.5/5(22 reviews)

The spiritual heart of Catholic Salzburg has had its fair share of turbulence—and of genius—throughout its 1200-year history.

Salzburg Cathedral
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Mozart's Birthplace

4/5(13 reviews)

Learn about the life, family and work of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart via exhibitions in the rooms of the house where he was born.

Mozart's Birthplace
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Fortress Hohensalzburg

4.5/5(16 reviews)

The medieval fortress that stepped out of the fairy-tale and onto one of Salzburg's brooding forested mountains.

Fortress Hohensalzburg
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Old City Hall

Find the heart of the city in Salzburg’s 14th-century town hall, featuring a beautiful Rococo façade, magnificent original clocktower and refurbished interior.

Old City Hall
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Getreidegasse

4.5/5(11 reviews)

Salzburg's prettiest street is a long line of top-class shops and boutiques with old-time signs which thread together a fascinating history.

Getreidegasse
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Mozartplatz Square

5/5(1 review)

Mozart was born and grew up a stone's throw from the square that bears his name, which now has a memorial to the maestro as its centrepiece.

Mozartplatz Square

Activities

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Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner

AU$124
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner
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Salzburg Cathedral: Organ Concert at Midday

AU$15
Per adult
Salzburg Cathedral: Organ Concert at Midday
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Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket

AU$22
Per adult
Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket
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Mirabell Palace: in-App Audio Tour in Salzburg

AU$13
Per adult
Mirabell Palace: in-App Audio Tour in Salzburg
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Salzburg On the Traces of Mozart Private Tour

AU$409
Per adult
Salzburg On the Traces of Mozart Private Tour
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Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg

AU$128
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg
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Our pick of the best Altstadt Salzburg Hotel Deals

Altstadthotel Weisse Taube
Altstadthotel Weisse Taube
4 out of 5
Kaigasse 9, Salzburg, Salzburg
The price is AU$274 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
AU$274
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (569 reviews)
"Nice location but much construction at this time. No fridge in room ."

Reviewed on 15 Jun. 2024

Altstadthotel Weisse Taube
Altstadthotel Kasererbräu
Altstadthotel Kasererbräu
4 out of 5
Kaigasse 33, Salzburg, Salzburg
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely old hotel, very comfortable, excellent breakfast, staff was friendly and helpful, and the location was perfect for seeing places of interest."

Reviewed on 13 Jun. 2024

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Arthotel Blaue Gans
Arthotel Blaue Gans
4 out of 5
Getreidegasse 41-43, Herbert von Karjanplatz 3-4, Salzburg, Salzburg
The price is AU$322 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
AU$322
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free casino shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (575 reviews)
"The staff is excellent! I cannot say enough about that. However, I would not recommend having a car. Public transport or taxi is easier to reach the hotel. Also, the beds themselves are very hard, but you can ask the staff to put down a mattress cushion - they are glad to do it. Food there is ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2024

Arthotel Blaue Gans
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
5 out of 5
Rudolfskai 28 / Judengasse 15, Salzburg, Salzburg
The price is AU$415 per night from 17 Jul to 18 Jul
AU$415
per night
17 Jul - 18 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Popular attractions Salzburg Christmas Market ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (630 reviews)
"Lots of really nice amenities. Very pleasant hotel right in the middle of the old town area. Room on 3rd floor had view of beautiful courtyard within the hotel. The restaurant and bar were both very good with excellent service. Highly recommend if staying in Salzburg"

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2024

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Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg
Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg
5 out of 5
Getreidegasse 37, Salzburg, Salzburg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$597 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
AU$597
per night
14 Jul - 15 Jul
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Salzburg Christmas Market and Salzburg ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (348 reviews)
"Lovely hotel and excellent staff. Thank you!"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg
IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
4 out of 5
Rainerstrasse 6-8, Salzburg, Salzburg
The price is AU$384 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
AU$384
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Walkable distance to most of attractions especially a very short walk to mirabell garden, friendly staff offering professional customer services, room is clean, bar restaurant is nice too."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2024

IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Salzburg

Mirabell Palace and Gardens showing a city, a castle and flowers

City Centre Salzburg

4.5/5(50 area reviews)

Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Mirabell Palace and Gardens to Mirabell Gardens – discover City Centre Salzburg, a destination also famous for its shopping.

City Centre Salzburg
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Nonntal

5/5(1 area review)

Nonntal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Nonnberg Abbey and Domkirche.

Nonntal
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Mülln

When in Mülln, you can plan a visit to Augustiner Brewery and Mirabell Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Mülln
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Schallmoos

4/5(5 area reviews)

Schallmoos is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and historical sites. Though there may not be top sights in Schallmoos, consider stopping by Linzer Gasse or Mirabell Palace and Gardens, located nearby.

Schallmoos
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Elisabeth-Vorstadt

4/5(30 area reviews)

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Elisabeth-Vorstadt. You might stop by Mirabell Palace and Gardens or Mirabell Gardens while you're in the area.

Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Leopoldskron Palace which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and bird life

Riedenburg

Unique features of Riedenburg include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by Leopoldskron Palace or Stiegl's World of Brewing while you're exploring the area.

Riedenburg

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