Altstadt Salzburg Travel Guide
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Visit Altstadt Salzburg
Popular places to visit

Mirabell Palace
See one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the world at this magnificent palace, originally built as a grand gesture of love.

Salzburg Cathedral
Step back in time to the eighth century at one of Salzburg’s most important historic sites and one of Europe’s most beautiful churches.

Fortress Hohensalzburg
Hop on a cable car and climb up to this mountaintop fortress, one of the biggest medieval castles in Europe.

Mozart's Birthplace
Learn about the life, family and work of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart via exhibitions in the rooms of the house where he was born.

Getreidegasse
Salzburg’s famous shopping street is known for its narrow, medieval houses as well as Mozart’s Birthplace and Museum.

Mozartplatz Square
This charming cobblestone square features a statue of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as the Salzburg Museum.
Things to do

Salzburg: Old Town, Mozart, & Mirabell Gardens Walking Tour

Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner

Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket

Salzburg History & Food Private Tour with Munich train add-on
Top hotels in Altstadt Salzburg

Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
Reviewed on 20 Jul 2025

Hotel Sacher Salzburg
Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Hotel am Mirabellplatz
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
Reviewed on 23 Jul 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
Reviewed on 4 Jul 2025

Hotel Goldener Hirsch, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Salzburg
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Salzburg

City Centre Salzburg
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Old City Hall to Mozartplatz Square – discover City Centre Salzburg, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Neustadt
If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.

Nonntal
Nonntal is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Domkirche and Erhard Church.

Mülln
When in Mülln, you can plan a visit to Augustiner Brewery and Mirabell Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Elisabeth-Vorstadt
Historical sites, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Elisabeth-Vorstadt. You might stop by Mirabell Palace or Mirabell Gardens while you're in the area.

Schallmoos
Schallmoos is well liked for many features, particularly its shopping, restaurants and historical sites. Though there may not be top sights in Schallmoos, consider stopping by Mirabell Palace or Mirabell Gardens, located nearby.