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 localโ€™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. Itโ€™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

  • 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…
  • Michaelskirche, Salzburger Dom, Festung und Neue Residenz

    Salzburg’s Highlights: 15 Must-See Places You Can’t Afford to Miss

    Are you planning a trip to Salzburg and wondering what the Must-See Sights in Salzburg are? Donโ€™t worry. We got you covered. No matter if you join the Free Walking Tour or not, Salzburg is…
  • 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…
  • View from Mozartblick in Sankt Gilgen

    Walk from Fuschl to St Gilgen – Hiking the Salzkammergut Lake District

    The more I explore places around Salzburg, the more I appreciate when places are still off the beaten path. As much as I love being among fellow travelers and as much as I am dedicated…
  • Five Star Superior Hotel Salzburg Mรถnchstein

    3 Beautiful Fairytale Castle Hotels in Salzburg

    Are you a lover of castles and majestic buildings? Do you want to create magical moments in an ornate palace fit for a king or queen? Then Salzburg might be the best place for you…
  • Interior of the Church of Saint Peter in Salzburg

    22 Churches in Salzburg: A Guide to the City’s Sanctuaries

    If you have been to Salzburg, you know that the old town is small. It’s just about 1.5 kmยฒ. How many churches can there possibly be in the old town, you ask? In the old…
  • View from the Kitzsteinhorn

    The Top of Salzburg: A Guide to Kitzsteinhorn from Salzburg

    Kitzsteinhorn is advertised as the top of Salzburg. While it is not the highest mountain in the province of Salzburg, itโ€™s close to it, and itโ€™s the highest mountain you can reach by cable car. But…
  • Free Walking Tour Postcard

    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…
  • Backpackers at the Ceconi Weather Station at Alter Markt in Salzburg

    Best Time to Visit Salzburg: A Seasonal Travel Guide

    Salzburg is beautiful all year round, but the best time to visit Salzburg depends on what youโ€™re looking for. If youโ€™re looking for perfect weather and lots of tourists, high season (Juneโ€“August and December) is…
  • 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…
  • Salzburg Christmas Shop Decoration Souvenirs

    Celebrating Christmas in Austria: The Full Cultural Guide

    Christmas in Austria is the coziest time of the year. Christmas is when everything slows down, and the tradition of Advent, the heartwarming sights and smells of Christmas, and the “Silent Night” carol all come…
  • Budget Hotels in Salzburg

    The Best Budget Hotels in Salzburg that don’t Sacrifice Quality

    Are you looking for an affordable way to experience Salzburg? Look no further! I have scoured the city to bring you a list of budget-friendly hotels that won’t break the bank. Whether you’re a student…
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    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 wonโ€™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

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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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    The 15 BEST Hotels in the Old Town of Salzburg

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