Top Things to do in Salzburg Region
The 10 Best Nature & Parks in Salzburg Region, Austrian Alps
Discover the best top things to do in Salzburg Region, Austria including Der Gasteiner Hoehenweg, Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Wasserspiele Hellbrunn, Untersberg, Zoo Salzburg, Eisriesenwelt, Kitzsteinhorn, Krimml Falls (Krimmler Wasserfalle), Liechtensteinklamm, Gollinger Wasserfall.
Restaurants in Salzburg Region
1. Der Gasteiner Hoehenweg
2. Mirabell Palace and Gardens
Overall Ratings
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
3. Wasserspiele Hellbrunn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,464 reviews
Reviewed By J3919TFstevew
Wasserspiele Hellbrunn was a very interesting place Prince Archbishop entertained his gusts with little water sprays all around the garden and it was very impressive we had a great time
4. Untersberg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,021 reviews
Reviewed By S8424YSmarkc - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Great way to spend a few hours of a trip to Salzburg. Particularly at this time of year when there's plenty of snow at the top (but none in town). On a clear day, such as we had, the views were great and it's really nice in the sunny weather. Cable car up is pricey (EUR25 return), but it is free with a Salzburg Card (one of its many many benefits). Easy to reach from the town centre by bus. One of the bus routes (route 25) also goes via Hellbrunn and Salzburg Zoo, so it is very easy to combine all 3 into an excellent day trip (as we did).
5. Zoo Salzburg
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 526 reviews
Around 1500 animals and 150 species roam freely in the beautiful natural surroundings of this 34 -acre zoo enclosure, including white rhinos, jaguars and free-flying vultures. Visitors can gain a unique insight into the diversity of animal life in Eurasia, South America und Africa.
Reviewed By S8424YSmarkc - Cambridge, United Kingdom
Nice setting, with good views across to the Untersberg. Decent enclousres where the animals have better than usual space to roam. Great range of wildlife, split nicely by continent, including jaguars, snow leopards, lions, cheetahs, arctic wolves and brown bears. Well setup for children with plenty of educational gizmos. Easy to reach by bus (route 25) from Salzburg centre. Free access with a Salzburg card (which of course also includes the bus fares). Easy to walk between here and neighbouring Hellbrunn. And also easy to combine with a trip to the Untersberg (the cable car for which is also included on the Salzburg card).
6. Eisriesenwelt
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,636 reviews
Reviewed By lindasO4354QC - Delta, Canada
We visited this attraction in September 2019. Breath-taking. Definitely no photos to help preserve the ice. Fitness level required to hike up to the cave entrance plus climb stairs inside the cave (700!), Postcards available in the gift shop to help you bring home photos to show your friends. Dress warmly, you ARE in a cave full of ice.
7. Kitzsteinhorn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,860 reviews
The Kitzsteinhorn is legendary: it`s not just a glacier – it`s THE glacier. Salzburg`s highest ski area offers an unparalleleld Alpine experience 365 days a year. It`s here that the winter season begins. Starting in autumn, you`ll already find the perfect snow for a perfect winter sports experience. Whether you`re racing down pristine white slopes or the spectacular off-piste ski routes or on your board in the snowparks, the variety of choices you`ll find is unmatched.
Reviewed By Jungleride - Kent, United Kingdom
The Kitzsteinhorn cable car is a scenic 'must do' for anyone visiting Salzburgerland province of Austria. Located about 20 minutes from Kaprun, the cable car gives visitors an awe-inspiring trip to "Top of Salzburg at 3,029 metres" in three distinct legs - a gondola, then chairlift, finally a cable car. The views and scenery change throughout the journey, and you get to appreciate the truly amazing geography that has formed the Alps. The Gipfelwelt exhibition is located in a tunnel bored through the summit of the mountain, and it is an interesting display about the formation and geology of the Hohe Tauern mountains and glaciers. Caution here...at this altitude the air is thin and walking back up through the tunnel can suddenly leave you totally out of breath. The lifts are modern, competently operated and you feel completely safe as you're whisked up over cliffs, ravines, snowfields and people and animals passing by underneath.
8. Krimml Falls (Krimmler Wasserfalle)
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,424 reviews
Reviewed By MarcusHurley - Bristol, United Kingdom
We headed for Krimmler Waterfall, the largest in Europe and fifth highest in the world apparently. The journey should have taken about an hour but the traffic was so bad it actually took two but we parked up next to the exhibition centre and went inside. I actually bought the wrong tickets and paid €10.20 when we should have just paid €4 for the waterfall as we didn't intend to visit the exhibition. The path to the waterfall was well signposted and the huge cascade of water and plume of spray meant even someone with my navigational disabilities would struggle not to find it. There were plenty of souvenir shops along the way and the path was quite busy considering the rain. The trail meandered up the side of the hill with periodic diversions to a viewing area and I went to each of these so Deb could make her way up at her own pace. The views were, obviously, spectacular but the photos are sadly not - the spray meant I didn't want to expose the camera for too long so most were just snapshots and therefore binned. We got to the top of the path and went inside the cafe but the outer viewing area overlooking the falls was closed and the inside was hot, crowded and sweaty so we left. We walked down the hill, this time taking time to look at various plants Deb pointed out to me, some green and some yellow and possibly other varieties too! We went into the cafe at the start of the path and I reluctantly indulged in Sachertorte with a coffee while Deb ate salad.
9. Liechtensteinklamm
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 517 reviews
Winter closure - re-opening May 2021! Liechtenstein Gorge is certainly one of the longest, deepest, and most impressive gorges in the Alps. The mighty thunder of the waterfall, the moss-grown rocks in rich green, a legendary atmosphere, and sun rays that create a rainbow in the fine water mist. The unique natural spectacle in the Salzburger Land is known for an unforgettable trip of a special kind - an experience for the whole family. Over thousands of years, the thundering water falls and the rushing masses of water have cut more and more deeply into the mountain and have created a gorge. The rocks stand so narrow and high in places that only a small strip of the sky remains visible.
Reviewed By RamonA1866
During our Salzburg vacation we came across this gorge as a highly recommended place to visit and it's definitely worth your time. The way through the gorge is newly renovated and really nicely made, you get plenty of awesome views. The only minus is the amount of people. We came there early, shortly after opening. But when we reached the end and had to return the same way back, we had to pass a lot of people; of course many of them didn't wear masks though they are mandatory. I also didn't enjoy wearing them but try to stick to the rules. But either way, if you can, it's a great place to see.
10. Gollinger Wasserfall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 339 reviews
Reviewed By TheCrompies - Brisbane, Australia
The Crompies will usually hunt out a good hike or two while travelling but the idea of paying to go for a walk goes against Mr C’s morals (ethics? Personal philosophy?). The Golling Waterfall was only about 5 minutes from our farm stay and Mr C begrudgingly agreed to go even though there’s an entry fee. It was a short and easy walk next to the creek to the first view of the falls. It is a beautiful spot. The path is well maintained, you’d feel ripped off it wasn’t after paying to walk on it. The falls are impressive, not particularly high but powerful and fast flowing. It was a hot day and the air temperature change near the falls was a good opportunity for an impromptu science lesson for teen and junior Crompies. Unsurprisingly they were more interested in getting wet from the spray than learning about the cooling power of cold water. One of the best things about this waterfall is that you can get up close to it from the bridge across it and then see the source at the top. A great walk for a hot day. Did I mention you have to pay?
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