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Salzburg State
Salzburg State
Salzburg State
Salzburg State
Salzburg State

Salzburg State Attractions

They say that the best things come in small packages, and this endearing city is no exception to the rule. From amazing tourist attractions to thrilling activities, there are loads of fun things to do in Salzburg State.

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Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

$99
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg
Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace

Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace

$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg

Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg

$99
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg
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Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna (incl. Boat)

Hallstatt Day Trip from Vienna (incl. Boat)

Activity duration is 12 hours and 45 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $166 per adult
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Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Vienna: Hallstatt, Salzburg, Alps & Lakes Day Trip

Activity duration is 13 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 371 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $115 per adult
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Adventure & outdoor

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From Salzburg: Hallstatt, St.Gilgen & St. Wolfgang Day Trip

From Salzburg: Hallstatt, St.Gilgen & St. Wolfgang Day Trip

Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 8 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $309 per adult*
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Shows & concerts

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Salzburg: Hallstatt and Sound of Music Tour

Salzburg: Hallstatt and Sound of Music Tour

Activity duration is 10 hours
9.2 out of 10 with 142 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $161 per adult
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Water activities

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Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

Activity duration is 5 hours
9.0 out of 10 with 144 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $125 per adult
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What to do in Salzburg State

Free Things to Do in Salzburg

Leave your purse in the hotel room. It's possible to have fun in Salzburg without surrendering a cent.

Friedhof St. Sebastian - If you plan to explore the region's history through its landmarks, jot this one down on your sightseeing list.

Mozartplatz Square - Amble down the streets and take in the atmosphere of this vibrant local haunt.

Mozart Monument - If you want to see a few of the more important or unique places in the community, this is a good place to start.

St. Sebastian's Church - Get an insight into the local beliefs at this holy site.

Kapuzinerberg Hill - Get set for vistas that'll leave you amazed at this natural landscape.

Mirabell Gardens - Whether you can distinguish your bamboo from begonias, you won't struggle to find beauty in this gorgeous display.

Things to Do in Salzburg State with Kids

Salzburg State is a wonderful place for a family getaway. Take the little ones along and enjoy these top family friendly experiences together:

 

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Panoramic view of Salzburg at winter morning

Salzburg Christmas Market

4.5/5(73 reviews)

During your trip to Salzburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Salzburg Christmas Market. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.

Salzburg Christmas Market
Mirabell Palace

Mirabell Palace

4.5/5(281 reviews)

See one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the world at this magnificent palace, originally built as a grand gesture of love.

Mirabell Palace
A formal garden with a statue, manicured lawns, and a castle in the background.

Mirabell Gardens

4.5/5(20 reviews)

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

Mirabell Gardens
Getreidegasse

Getreidegasse

4.5/5(89 reviews)

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

Getreidegasse
Upper Krimml Waterfall

Upper Krimml Waterfall

5/5(4 reviews)

Hike through the pristine alpine scenery of the Hohe Tauern National Park to see the impressive torrent of Austria’s highest waterfall.

Upper Krimml Waterfall
Fuschlsee

Fuschlsee

5/5(1 review)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Fuschlsee during your travels in Fuschl am See. Wander the lakeside and beaches while you're in the area.

Fuschlsee
Lake Zell

Lake Zell

4.5/5(22 reviews)

Explore the enchanting lakeside villages, sunbathe on a lido and hike alongside the icy water that lies between Alpine mountains.

Lake Zell
Salzburg Cathedral

Salzburg Cathedral

4.5/5(335 reviews)

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.

Salzburg Cathedral
Mozart's Birthplace

Mozart's Birthplace

4.5/5(285 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

Where to stay in Salzburg State

Find the best Salzburg State areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Salzburg State
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City Centre Salzburg

City Centre Salzburg is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Linzer Gasse and Old City Hall.

Altstadt Salzburg

Historic sites, museums, and live music are some highlights of Altstadt Salzburg. Make a stop by Mozartplatz Square or Old City Hall while you're exploring.

Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Neustadt

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

A cityscape with a river, a prominent hill, and a castle-like structure.

Elisabeth-Vorstadt

Historic 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.

Photo by Carson Hanks
Open Photo by Carson Hanks

Schallmoos

Visitors highly recommend Schallmoos for its abundant dining options, and you can make a stop by Kartworld while you're in town.

 

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Popular day trips from Salzburg State

Salzburg

Salzburg

Beautiful landscape and mountains of the Bavarian Alps in Germany. Perfect destination to go for a walk outside, to climb, hike or ride an e-mountain bike.

Berchtesgaden

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

Bad Gastein

Bad Gastein

Austria, Salzburg, Hof bei Salzburg, Drone panorama of Lake Fuschl in summer with Schloss Fuschl in background

Hof bei Salzburg

A church with a distinctive onion dome, a town in the valley below, and mountains in the background.

Bad Reichenhall

Panoramic aerial view of Salzburg outskirts snowy villages during sunset hour with clouds after snow storm in winter

Anif

Mountains ski resort Bad Hofgastein Austria - nature and architecture background

Bad Hofgastein

Frequently asked questions

What to do in Salzburg State on a sunny day?
What should I not miss in Salzburg State?
If you're eager to experience the best of this destination, slot these attractions into your itinerary:

  • Mirabell Palace and Gardens
  • Salzburg Cathedral
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg
  • Mozart's Birthplace

Are there cheap things to do in Salzburg State?
Treat yourself to a Salzburg Private Tour: Sound of Music City Exploration Game and put the cash you save toward more great experiences.
What can you do in Salzburg State for free?
You'll hardly have time to fetch your wallet out of your bag with so many great free attractions:

  • Salzburg Cathedral
  • St. Francis Church
  • Salzburg Christmas Market
  • Lake Zell

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