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.
This is your guide to Salzburg, Austria. Discover what to do and see, where to stay, and what to eat. 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.
There are three salt mines scattered around Salzburg, Hallein, Hallstatt, and Berchtesgaden, that you might want to visit. All three salt mines offer the same experience. What’s that experience? When it’s time to delve deep…
The story of the von Trapp family, as depicted in “The Sound of Music,” has captivated audiences for decades. The movie draws an estimated 300.000 visitors to my hometown of Salzburg every year, even though…
While Austrian main courses may become repetitive over time, the opposite is true for Austrian desserts. Austrian cuisine is renowned for its pastries and sweets, featuring a wide variety of cakes, tarts, and cookies found…
As a travel enthusiast, I know that one of the best parts of any trip is experiencing new cultures through their food. If you’re planning a visit to Austria for the first time, you’re in…
As a local tour guide of over a decade and an old town resident, I have to admit that Rupertikirtag is not my favorite event for reasons I will disclose later. However, as a visitor…
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…
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I’ve hand-picked the best places to stay in Salzburg. From inexpensive hostels to cozy boutique hotels and luxury hotels, my recommendations have got you covered.
