Location: Salzburg
Top Things to do in Salzburg
The 10 Best Free Things to do in Salzburg, Austrian Alps
It’s been 200 years or so since he lived here, but Mozart is still very much Salzburg’s favorite son. Visit the composer’s residence and birthplace, then explore the Altstadt (Old City), taking in the baroque architecture. If your musical tastes run more "Raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens" than "Requiem in D Minor," catch one of the many Sound of Music tours and follow in the footsteps of the Von Trapps.
Restaurants in Salzburg
1. Schranne Market
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By lyho01
Farmer's market located right in front of St. Andrew Church. Only opens on Thursday. You will find products that you might not find in supermarkets. We managed to buy wild berries jam, sauerkraut from barrels and etc. there. We will go again the next time we are in Salzburg.
2. Petersfriedhof
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4.5 based on 1,154 reviews
This picturesque cemetery, much of which dates back to the 17th century, provides a secluded spot to escape the bustle of the rest of the city.
Reviewed By asmar77 - Istanbul, Turkey
The Petersfriedhof or St. Peter's Cemetery is - together with the burial site at Nonnberg Abbey - the oldest cemetery in the Austrian city of Salzburg, located at the foot of the Festungsberg with Hohensalzburg Castle.
3. Salzburg Cathedral
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4.5 based on 4,257 reviews
This uniquely-designed cathedral was constructed in the early 17th century and was the site of Mozart's baptism in 1756.
Reviewed By atulk885
Excellent sight seeing if you visit old town in Salzburg, Amazing things and you can actually relive the lifestyle in Salzburg ancient times with the help of audio visual guide , recommended !!!
4. Mirabell Palace and Gardens
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4.5 based on 6,905 reviews
This former palace now houses government offices. The gardens are where the von Trapp children sang "Do-Re-Mi" in the Sound of Music.
Reviewed By Baz-Protest - Belfast, United Kingdom
Beautifull gardens memories of sound of music A formal garden in traditional style fountains and flower beds smaller than we imagined Free entry Toilets in the grounds 50 cent coin only
5. St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter)
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4.5 based on 1,077 reviews
This medieval monastery has served as the home to monks for over 1,000 years.
Reviewed By DRR105 - Omaha, United States
While my husband and I were on a tour of Salzburg, we had some free time on our own, and were walking towards the funicular which climbs up to the Fortress, when we happened upon St. Peter's Church, Abbey, Cemetery and Catacombs. It was amazing! The self guided tour of the Catacombs was especially enlightening. For those who love history and old architecture and learning about different cultures, don't miss this beautiful hidden treasure of Salzburg.
6. Old City Hall (Altes Rathaus)
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4.5 based on 413 reviews
Reviewed By qasemahm - Dubai, United Arab Emirates
The old city hall is very nice old style, you will need around 2 hours to walk around the area which is full of history and old architecture
7. Franziskanerkirche
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4.5 based on 501 reviews
Reviewed By GroverR - Pensacola, United States
What it lacks in size compared to the Cathedral it makes up in height and design. It was originally the high vaulted section with the altar. An addition was made for more seating but it really gives the church an odd design. The best part is the original building with the high roof and tower. While the inside is beautiful with several side chapels and great stain glass, it is the vaulted ceiling and five support columns that make this a Salzburg MUST SEE. It is what distinguishes the church and makes it unique, along with is Gothic design in a Baroque city.
8. Alter Markt
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4.5 based on 486 reviews
The old marketplace and city center from centuries past.
Reviewed By PACSingapore - Singapore, Singapore
Enjoy your visit to the Christmas Market from Ginger bread house to Gluwine to pastry to sausage etc. surrounded by the Beautiful Building and shops around. This is a place must visit when you are at the Old Town area Easy to access via Local bus and tranasport. Lots of eateries and shop here.
9. Cemetery of St. Sebastian (Friedhof St. Sebastian)
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4.5 based on 324 reviews
Reviewed By 449sarahc - Boone, United States
People laugh at me, but I adore European cemeteries and this is one of the best I have seen. I went early and it was so peaceful and quiet - beautiful graves, statues, and paintings - the day was hot, so the shade was very welcome - stayed for about 1 1/2 hours.
10. Nonnberg Convent
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4.5 based on 413 reviews
Reviewed By AJ66 - London, United Kingdom
We walked to the Abbey from the Old Town, take the street past the Fenicular up to the Fortress and walk along the path up the hill for about 10 mins. The outside is exactly as it was in the SOM. Take a walk into the Church and wander through the outside to see all the graves of the nuns.
