Altstadt Salzburg Travel Guide
Salzburg
Visit Altstadt Salzburg
Popular places to visit
Mirabell Palace
See one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the world at this magnificent palace, originally built as a grand gesture of love.
Salzburg Cathedral
Step back in time to the eighth century at one of Salzburg’s most important historic sites and one of Europe’s most beautiful churches.
Fortress Hohensalzburg
Hop on a cable car and climb up to this mountaintop fortress, one of the biggest medieval castles in Europe.
Mozart's Birthplace
Learn about the life, family and work of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart via exhibitions in the rooms of the house where he was born.
Getreidegasse
Salzburg’s famous shopping street is known for its narrow, medieval houses as well as Mozart’s Birthplace and Museum.
Mozartplatz Square
This charming cobblestone square features a statue of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as the Salzburg Museum.
Things to do
Amphibious Splash Tour on the water & on the land in Salzburg
Public 4h tour to filming locations of “The Sound of Music Movie“
Skip-the-Line: Eagle's Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg
Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner
Salzburg Panorama Cruise on the Salzach river
Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg
Top hotels in Altstadt Salzburg
Hotel am Mirabellplatz
Second stay here in a year. Conveniently located to Palace, Fortress and Old Town. Will return!
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
Comfortable room with everything I needed. Helpful staff Lovely breakfast with big choice Room a bit hot for me
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
It’s a very nice hotel ideally located to everything. The breakfast was fantastic. The staff very helpful.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
The staff was great, but lacks cleanliness.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hotel Sacher Salzburg
Excellent 5 star hotel very well located, great bar , luxerious rooms , very confortable beds . Breakfast not included and very expensive.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Hotel Stein - Adults Only
Great, our room was perfect and the service staff was very nice.
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Salzburg
City Centre Salzburg
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Linzer Gasse to Old City Hall – discover City Centre Salzburg, a destination also famous for its shopping.
Neustadt
If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.
Nonntal
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Nonntal and you might want to plan a stop by Salzburg Christmas Market and Mozartplatz Square while you're in the area.
Mülln
When in Mülln, you can plan a visit to Augustiner Brewery and Mirabell Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Elisabeth-Vorstadt. You might stop by Mirabell Palace or Mirabell Gardens while you're in the area.
Schallmoos
Schallmoos is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Kartworld, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
