Altstadt Salzburg Travel Guide
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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 Christmas Market
During your trip to Salzburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Salzburg Christmas Market. Amble around this family-friendly area's picturesque gardens or experience its great live music.
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.
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.
Mozartplatz Square
This charming cobblestone square features a statue of Salzburg’s most famous son, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, as well as the Salzburg Museum.
Fortress Hohensalzburg
Hop on a cable car and climb up to this mountaintop fortress, one of the biggest medieval castles in Europe.
Things to do
Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert
Salzburg: Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting
Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
From Vienna: Hallstatt Mountains and Lakes Tour
Public 8h tour to sites of "The Sound of Music Movie" & Hallstatt
Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour
Top hotels in Altstadt Salzburg
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
The staff was wonderful and helpful. Luggage storage available before check in and after check out. Breakfast was a wonderful variety of items. Quiet area and great location. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
The room was very clean! Breakfast was amazing, lots of varieties and great coffee. The staff was very friendly. It was a group of 5 of us vacationing from the U.S. and we instantly felt welcomed! A member of our group fell and broke her wrist coming home from dinner. The staff was very helpful and ...
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel Altstadt
Fantastic location, charming property, very old but maintained. Very good breakfast spread. Overall a great place to stay for 3 nights which we did in Salzburg.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Sacher Salzburg
Outstanding hotel. Excellent location. Great food!
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hotel Stein - Adults Only
We had a wonderful day at hotel Stein. Salzburg is such a lovely city and the hotel is nicely situated to see all the wonderful sites. Hotel staff went above and beyond. Arman provided us with great service and great recommendations. We would totally stay here again.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Altstadthotel Kasererbräu
Very clean room. Staff were extremely helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend staying here in Salzburg!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Salzburg
City Centre Salzburg
Gourmet restaurants interesting history and top sights from Linzer Gasse to Old City Hall – 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
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Nonntal and you might want to plan a stop by Salzburg Museum and Salzburg Christmas Market while you're in the area.
Mülln
When in Mülln, you can plan a visit to Augustiner Brewery and Mirabell Gardens, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Riedenburg
Unique features of Riedenburg include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by Leopoldskron Swimming Pool or Freibad Leopoldskron while you're exploring the 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.
