City Centre Salzburg Travel Guide
Salzburg
Visit City Centre Salzburg
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Mirabell Gardens
Explore the great outdoors at Mirabell Gardens, a lovely green space in Salzburg. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
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: Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting
Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
Hop-On Hop-Off: Salzburg City
Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour
Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket
Salzburg: Mozart Concert at Mirabell Palace
Top hotels in City Centre Salzburg
IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
"Wonderful breakfast. Perfect location between main train station in Salzburg and the old town. Very clean and big enough for our family. Expensive but worth it."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
IMLAUER Palais Mirabell
"Great place near the "gardens" lots of food choices nearby. Many tours start close to the hotel. Easy walking all over town and near the train. Friendly helpful staff. Fantastic place"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
HYPERION Hotel Salzburg
"Our recent stay at the Hyperion was incredible! The room was very clean, staff was helpful and attentive. When the turn down service came by and realized the mini bar had not been restocked, he right away left and came back with the necessary items we requested! The hotel is beautiful inside and ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu
"Hotel was clean and comfortable. A mini fridge and coffee in room staff was super Helpful with reservation and travel recommendations"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Leonardo Boutique Hotel Salzburg Gablerbräu
"Very central, comfortable, good breakfast."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
"I was disappointed with our stay,because the air conditioning not working.The room is directly to sun even the windows are open or fan is on still very warm and especially during the night is very uncomfortable.I informed the staff but the issue was not resolved during our stay for 3 nights."
Reviewed on 3 Jun 2026
Where to stay in City Centre Salzburg
Altstadt Salzburg
Historical sites, museums and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Altstadt Salzburg. Make a stop by Mozartplatz Square or Old City Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Neustadt
If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.
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 popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Kartworld, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
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.
