City Centre Salzburg Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit City Centre Salzburg
Popular places to visit
Mirabell Palace
Built as a gift and as a monument to love, this fantastic palace remains hugely popular – especially with couples getting married!
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
A cathedral since the 8th century, the current structure is acknowledged as one of the most beautiful churches in Europe.
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.
Mirabell Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Mirabell Gardens, a lovely green space in Salzburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this romantic area.
Mozartplatz Square
The statue of Mozart, one of the most celebrated musical geniuses the world has ever seen looks down on the square where he lived.
Activities
Public 4h tour to filming locations of “The Sound of Music Movie“
Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour
Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg
Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg
Our pick of the best City Centre Salzburg Hotel Deals
IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
We had a great stay! The hotel staff was excellent!
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
HYPERION Hotel Salzburg
This place is great if you are doing the OG Sound of Music Tour as the meeting point is only a few minutes walk. Staff was wonderful and the breakfast buffet was great. Wonderful stay and we would stay again if back in Salzburg!
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
This hotel was in a good central location for public transport, shops, cafes, bars, airport access and generally a great base to explore Salzburg city and the beautiful Salzkammergut region. It was clean and the breakfast options were fantastic with plenty of food choices. The room was quite warm ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
NH Collection Salzburg City
Clean, modern and comfortable. The reception staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
IMLAUER Palais Mirabell
I had a very nice stay at this centrally located, quiet hotel during the Christmas season. I had a large room, and it was very clean.The staff members were nice, and they were very friendly, and helpful too. This was a good hotel, at a good value, and I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Hotel Sacher Salzburg
Excellent breakfast, amazing selection
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around City Centre Salzburg
Altstadt Salzburg
Historical sites, museums and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Altstadt Salzburg. Make a stop by Mozartplatz Square or Old City Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Neustadt
If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.
Mülln
When in Mülln, you can plan a visit to Augustiner Brewery and Mirabell Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Nonntal
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Nonntal and you might want to plan a stop by Salzburg Christmas Market and Mozartplatz Square while you're in 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.
Schallmoos
Schallmoos is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Kartworld, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
