While exercise is good, being ferried around while taking in impressive vistas is far better. Skip the walk and take Festungsbahn Funicular for an aerial view of the surroundings.

This incline railway is often on the itineraries of visitors to Altstadt Salzburg. But Festungsbahn Funicular isn't the only drawcard in the area. Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Mozart's Birthplace, and Salzburg Cathedral are some other worthwhile sights nearby.

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Villa Carlton - Adults Only

City Centre Salzburg

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Oct 18 - Oct 24

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Salzburg (SZG)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

Oh my! The Villa Carlton was the best hotel! A quaint and fabulously decorated small hotel. The room and bathroom are very nice. Excellent bedding and towels. They offer a continental breakfast of fresh bread with coffee and tea. My husband is Gluten free and they made the effort to get him some GF bread. A short walk from the train station and a block from Mirabell Gardens. This hotel is a must.

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Hotel Sacher Salzburg

City Centre Salzburg

per person

Oct 18 - Oct 24

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Salzburg (SZG)

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)

a very nice hotel with great people BUT rooms are small and heavily overpriced for what they are

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Small Luxury Hotel Goldgasse

City Centre Salzburg

per person

Oct 18 - Oct 24

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Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Dallas (DFW) to Salzburg (SZG)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (427 reviews)

This is one of the best hotels I have stayed in and it is Ulrich who made the visit so memorable. Right from the moment you walk in you feel welcomed and that your comfort matters. She truly cares about her guests and goes out of the way to help if needed. The rooms are bright, colorful and spacious. Location is very convenient . Thanks Beatrice and Nico for greeting us with a smile at breakfast every morning!

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

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