City Centre Salzburg Travel Guide
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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.

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.

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.

Getreidegasse
Salzburg’s famous shopping street is known for its narrow, medieval houses as well as Mozart’s Birthplace and Museum.

Fortress Hohensalzburg
Hop on a cable car and climb up to this mountaintop fortress, one of the biggest medieval castles in Europe.

Mirabell Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Mirabell Gardens, a lovely green space in Salzburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Things to do

Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert

Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

Public 4h tour to filming locations of “The Sound of Music Movie“

Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner

Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg

Salzburg Cathedral: Organ Concert at Midday
Top hotels in City Centre Salzburg

IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
The staff was amazing. From checkin until checkout, amazing 5 star service. The room was updated, spacious, and comfortable. The room was spotless, sheets were clean and crisp. Bathrooms were huge and clean. Shower water pressure was very good. The room had lots of chairs to sit.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025

HYPERION Hotel Salzburg
Room makeover on first day not up to scratch. Small details but should be perfect for price paid for suite. Staff mostly very friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Hotel am Mirabellplatz
Hotel and room were great! Staff was friendly and breakfast was amazing. It was in walking distance to the Christmas markets, shops and sightseeing. Salzburg was wonderful.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

master Mirabell
The location was great and according to my daughters, the sofa bed was very comfortable. The bed & pillows in the main bedroom were so comfortable, and the underfloor heating in the bathroom was lovely. It was also a very straight-forward self Check-in process.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
Fantastic location and just wonderful staff!
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg
Room was cleaned daily. Bed was comfortable. Upon initial check in the gentlemen was not to pleasant and to be honest a bit rude, when I questioned him about staying an additional night, sure wish I got his name. On the flip side the next morning, there was another staff member (Sissi) which was ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Salzburg

Altstadt Salzburg
Historical sites, museums and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Altstadt Salzburg. Make a stop by Mozartplatz Square or Old City Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Neustadt
If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.

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

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.

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.
