It is the playful lightness of Salzburg, a capital city in miniature, that makes Salzburg so distinctive. The silhouettes of the fortress, cathedral and church towers of the baroque city with many other sights on the northern edge of Alps together with the Salzburg’s beauteousness, were reasons why Salzburg has been officially appointed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Salzburg everyone will find something special – whether you want to attend our Salzburger Festspiele (classical concerts) or to visit one of our attractions, or explore the shopping of the city. If you decide to visit our city, we recommend you to take a little more time to enjoy the surrounding life and be captivated by unique atmosphere of the vivacious city and its charm.
Salzburger Festspiele (classical concerts)
Salzburger Festspiele are the most prestigious music festivals in the world that contribute greatly to the fame and glory of Salzburg and its attractions. The diversified programme of the festival is characterised mainly by the high quality of musical performance and the commitments of international artists. Learn more about the programme of the Salzburg Festivals at www.salzburgerfestspiele.at
Sights
The birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart offers many different attractions for all tastes:
- Fortress Hohensalzburg
- Mozart’s birth house / Mozart’s residence
- Getreidegasse
- Mirabell Palace and Mirabell Gardens
- Salzburger Residence
- Brewery in Stiegl’s Brauwelt
Day trips
Not only the city of Salzburg and its festivals have their picturesque appeal, but the countryside around Salzburg offers many interesting attractions and opportunities to spend the day.
- Castle Hellbrunn and water games
- Castle Burg Hohenwerfen
- Ice Caves in Werfen
- Grossglockner High Alpine Road
- Hallein Salt Mine
- Lake St. Wolfgang boating
- Schafbergbahn
- Animal Sanctuary in Gut Aiderbichl
Events
Not only the sights and festivals are an integral part of cultural life in Salzburg. Also funs of theaters and concerts come into this wonderful city to enjoy.
- State Theatre
- Small Theatre
- House Toi
- Scene in Salzburg/Big Art Group –modern performance
- ARGEkultur – Concert hall and cultural center
- Puppet Theatre
- The Cinema – Movie Cultural Centre
Shopping in Salzburg
Not only the Salzburger Festspiele and splendid sights are worth visiting, the city also offers much for shopping fans. Traditional boutiques with its dignified high-quality goods can be found here as well as international trademarks chains.
- Europark
- Outlet Center
- Getreidegasse
- Linzergasse