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

  • On the Train from Vienna to Salzburg

    The Best Way to Travel Between Vienna and Salzburg

    Heading from Vienna to Salzburg? The train ride between these two Austrian cities is not just a mere transfer. Fast and convenient, the train stands out as the go-to mode of transport but I will…
  • 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…
  • Original Bosna at Balkan Grill in Getreidegasse

    Austrian Fast Food and Where to Find it in Salzburg

    In this article, I will tell you about the three most popular Austrian fast food dishes and where to find the best Austrian street food in the old town of Salzburg. Original Bosna at the…
  • The Taste of Austria: 9 Traditional Austrian Dishes to Try

    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…
  • Hallway with Mozart grafitti at the yoho hostel

    The Best Hostels in Salzburg (according to a Local Receptionist)

    A hostel is much more than just an inexpensive place to stay. They are a way of traveling and a way to make friends. Because I usually stay in hostels when I travel, and because…
  • Couple Hiking to the Eagles Nest in Berchtesgaden

    How to Hike Hitler’s Eagles Nest in Berchtesgaden, Germany?

    The eagle’s nest is located in my favorite area for day trips from Salzburg. Most people visiting the eagle’s nest, stay in Salzburg, and do the eagle nest as a day trip. The eagle’s nest…
  • String Puppet Museum

    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…
  • Salzburger Nockerl: Everything you need to know about the Sweet Treat

    Salzburger Nockerl is a traditional dessert from my hometown of Salzburg in Austria. Despite its popularity, however, it’s not a dish the locals order regularly. I had only had Salzburger Nockerl twice in my life,…
  • Pet-friendly hotels in Salzburg

    Pet-Friendly Hotels: Discover Salzburg with your Furry Friend

    When it comes to finding pet-friendly hotels in Salzburg, there are many options to choose from. But some are more accommodating than others regarding our furry friends. Here are my top picks for dog-friendly hotels…
  • Mountain Lake Cottage Obersee Berchtesgaden

    Day Trip to Bavaria: How to Visit Lake Königssee from Salzburg?

    My German guests told me that Berchtesgaden and Lake Königssee are not only known in the area but are widely considered the most beautiful nature destination in all of Germany. Thinking about it, I can…
  • Spa and Wellness Hotels in Salzburg

    5 WONDERFUL Spa and Wellness Hotels in Salzburg

    Did you know that Salzburg is not just steeped in history, culture, and beauty but also a destination for spa and wellness? As someone who loves spas, I can attest that Salzburg offers some of…
  • 24 hour bus ticket for public transport in Salzburg

    Public transport in Salzburg – How to get around Salzburg?

    In this article, you will learn everything about public transport in Salzburg and how to use it most effectively. Because Salzburg is small and walkable, you may not need any public transportation. Therefore, the transportation…
These posts are probably worth your time. Straight from a local guide.

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    Salzburg Card Secrets: The Complete Guide to Salzburg Cards

    The Salzburg Card allows you admission to most of the attractions in Salzburg at a fixed price. There are 24 hours, 48 hours, and 72 hour Salzburg cards, allowing you free admission within those timeframes. You can visit all the museums, head out…
  • Königsseeschifffahrt

    7 Best Day Trips from Salzburg: A Local’s Guide to Top Spots

    You can explore the essentials of Salzburg in a day or two. If you are a curious traveler, you could keep going and won’t run out of new discoveries in the old town. However. If…
  • 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….
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    The Definitive List of 100+ Things to Do in Salzburg

    Salzburg is small. You could see the main sights in a day or even half a day. However, there are many more things to do in Salzburg than just the essentials. We need the details…
  • String Puppet Museum

    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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    The 15 BEST Hotels in the Old Town of Salzburg

    Are you looking for the perfect place to stay while visiting Salzburg? Salzburg’s Old Town is one of Austria’s most precious gems and showcases the country’s best-preserved architectural and cultural monuments. A stay in the…

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