Altstadt Salzburg Travel Guide
Salzburg
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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.
Salzburg Christmas Market
During your trip to Salzburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Salzburg Christmas Market. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
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.
Mozartplatz Square
This charming cobblestone square features a statue of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as the Salzburg Museum.
Fortress Hohensalzburg
Hop on a cable car and climb up to this mountaintop fortress, one of the biggest medieval castles in Europe.
Things to do
Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
Public 4h tour to filming locations of “The Sound of Music Movie“
Salzburg Cathedral: Organ Concert at Midday
Salzburg: Stiegl Brewery Museum Entry Ticket & Beer Tasting
Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour
Salzburg: Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting
Top hotels in Altstadt Salzburg
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
Good location. Nice hôtel
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
Very nice location. Convenient to sightseeing and shopping. The valet is a nice option, since parking garages have terrible reviews for self park. The breakfast was very good.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
Spacious and clean very modern.
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Hotel Sacher Salzburg
Superb hotel in a great location. Excellent Bar & Grill.
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Hotel Stein - Adults Only
Great room
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg
Good location, reception staff and housekeeping staff first class. Pity about the rude doorman, but overall experience good.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
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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 Museum and Salzburg Christmas Market 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.
Riedenburg
Unique features of Riedenburg include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by Leopoldskron Swimming Pool or Freibad Leopoldskron while you're exploring 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.
