City Guide for Salzburg

Get prepared for your visit to Salzburg with the Free Walking Tour Blog written by a local, licensed Tour Guide. Topics range from Sightseeing to Day Trips to Food and Drinks.

A local’s Salzburg travel guide with advice on where to go AND what to do.

Things to See and Do in Salzburg

Photographer hiking Kapuzinerberg via the Imbergstiege in Salzburg

This is your guide to my hometown. Discover what to do and see, where to stay, and what to eat in Salzburg. Find out about Salzburg’s best day trip destinations and how to reach them. There is more to Salzburg than the Sound of Music and Mozart.

My name is Gerhard. I am deeply rooted in Salzburg Tourism and passionate about traveling and travelers. Passionate about meeting and guiding you. It’s my desire to share what I love and know about my city. I believe and hope that my knowledge in form of this Salzburg City Guide will prove useful to you on your journey.

Your Comprehensive Salzburg travel guide to help you plan better and explore more.

All Salzburg Blog Posts

  • The Austrian Lake District - Sankt Wolfgang Seeufer

    What to Do in St Wolfgang in the Salzkammergut Lake District

    Salzburg may be the second most famous Austrian city after Vienna, but it’s just a stone’s throw away from some of the countries most spectacular natural wonders. The Austrian lake district is one of them….
  • Schranne Farmers Market Salzburg

    Thursdays Must-Do: The Schranne Farmers Market In Salzburg

    The Schranne Farmers’ Market in Salzburg is a must-visit for travelers who visit Salzburg on a Thursday. It’s a chance to experience the local culture and taste the region’s freshest produce. This Salzburg Farmers market…
  • Man walking into the Salzburg Cathedral

    Discover Salzburg on a Budget: Best Low-Cost Hidden Gems

    In another article, I wrote about the Salzburg Card and how to use it. The Salzburg Card is the best deal if you want to save money while visiting all the sights.  I understand, however, if you are…
  • Austrian Street Food Sausages in Salzburg

    The Best Street Food in Salzburg and How I became the General

    Sausages are the most typical Austrian street food. Actually, sausages and the other delicacies available at the sausage stand are the only authentic Austrian street food. Sausage stands in Austria, however, are more than mere…
  • Rathaus and Mozartstatue on the main square in Sankt Gilgen

    Things to Do in St Gilgen: From Mountain Tops to Lakeside Spots

    Are you planning a trip to Salzburg and are looking for day trips? The Salzkammergut, Lake District, is one of three main areas to visit on day trips from Salzburg, and this article will tell…
  • Hellbrunn Castle in Winter

    Hellbrunn Palace: An Introduction to Salzburg’s Trick Fountains

    Hellbrunn might be the most visited place in the surroundings of Salzburg. On the one hand, that’s because of its proximity to the city and because the castle and the trick fountains are included in…
  • The most important Sight in Salzburg is Mozart Birthplace in Getreidegasse in Salzburg

    Where was Mozart born? – Mozart’s Birthplace in Salzburg

    Mozart was born in Getreidegasse in Salzburg, Austria, in the year 1756. The Mozart family rented the third floor of house number 9 and lived there until Mozart was 17 years old. When Mozart was…
  • Photographer hiking Kapuzinerberg via the Imbergstiege in Salzburg

    Salzburg in One Day: The Perfect Itinerary for Independent Travelers

    There are certain ingredients for the perfect day in Salzburg. In this article, I will give them to you. This article will help design your day from start to finish, so you don’t miss anything….
  • Hallstatt old Houses in Winter

    Salzburg to Hallstatt: How to go to Hallstatt from Salzburg

    Hallstatt is a small village in the Austrian Salzkammergut, located at the shore of the Hallstattsee. It is one of the most famous tourist attractions in Austria. In this article, you will find out how…
  • Gerhard Reus in the Schafbergbahn St Wolfgang

    Schafbergbahn: How to Take the Cog Railway, and Be Amazed?

    Have you heard of the Salzkammergut? The Salzkammergut is the Austrian Lake District, one of the most beautiful areas around Salzburg. You have probably heard about Hallstatt, which is the most popular day trip from…
  • Concert in Salzburg

    Where to find Concerts in Salzburg without Spending a Fortune

    Considering that the city of Mozart is most famous for classical music, it can be surprisingly hard to find quality concerts in Salzburg. If you know where to look, however, and with a bit of…
  • Girl enjoying the sunset from Capuchin Mountain in Salzburg

    How Many Days in Salzburg: Customizing Your Ideal Visit

    When traveling, time is precious. We don’t want to miss out on any of the must-see sights. After all, we are often going to visit the same place once in a lifetime. At the same…
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    7 Best Day Trips from Salzburg: A Local’s Guide to Top Spots

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    Salzburg in One Day: The Perfect Itinerary for Independent Travelers

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    The Definitive List of 100+ Things to Do in Salzburg

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    Where the Hills are Alive: The Sound of Music Locations in Salzburg

    Most Austrians have never seen the Sound of Music, but as a local guide with over a decade of experience, first navigating the streets on a bike taxi and now on foot, I’ve gone deep…
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