Salzburg is the fourth largest city in Austria. It is the birthplace of Mozart as well as the setting for parts of the musical ‘The Sound of Music’. Salzburg is on the Salzach River banks, north of the Alps, with plenty of lakes around it.  It is in the temperate zone meaning drizzle and winds are a possibility at any time. The population of this city is about 150,000. Visitors to Salzburg come for music and theater, as well as the beautiful architecture and scenery.

What to See and Do

This baroque city is listed as a listed UNESCO World Heritage Site and its attractions are world-famous. A lot of the sights can be seen just by walking through the historic city center, including the Carrillon, the Residence, cathedral, Mozart Square, the Franciscan church, Hofstallgasse, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Horse Pond, and St Peter's Monastery.  Many of the street names commemorate the events and people who helped shape Salzburg’s history so keep your eyes open while you are strolling around and you will see plenty of intriguing and interesting points of interest.  There are some stunning parks and palaces you can visit, including Hellbrunn Palace with its Christmas market or summer fountains, and, depending on the time of year you visit, Aigen Palace, Leopoldskron Palace, or Mirabell Palace with its gorgeous Marble Hall. In addition to these attractions, there are plenty of museums and galleries. Stroll around the Baroque Museum, Toy Museum or Cathedral Museum, or check out Mozart’s Birthplace.

Getting Around

Although you can easily explore the city on foot, you also have the option of horse-drawn carriage, bus, bike, or even river cruise. Consider climbing the Mönchsberg or Kapuzinerberg if you have the energy, to be rewarded with an amazing view over the city as well as the Untersberg and Gaisberg backdrop.  There are also sightseeing tours available if you would like to explore the surrounding countryside and nearby towns. Although some people only visit for a long weekend or a few days, there is enough to do in this area to keep you busy for a week or longer.

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