The Best 3 Day Guide to Salzburg: Sights, Bites, & ShopsA short train ride from Vienna, Salzburg is its quieter, elegant, and charming counterpart. Nestled near outdoor adventures, home to musical and Classical history, as well as a host of divine restaurants, it is a must-see on any trip to Austria. Cover video © Austrian National Tourist OfficeAuthorsvisitaustria
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Day 1: Salzburg Classics!

Mirabell Gardens
"Doe a Deer!" After a tour indoors, step out into the perfectly manicured palace gardens. Redesigned in the late 1600s, the gardens feature geometric layouts, the Pegasus Fountain, a Hedge Theatre, and the Dwarf Garden. These gardens were featured in the "Do-Re-Mi" scene of The Sound of Music.
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Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
For a more unique experience, check out a live Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace. Hear symphonies played, turning back time to the classics!
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Zwettler's Wirtshaus
Right in Salzburg's Old Town, Zwettler's Wirtshaus is known for its amazing traditional Austrian dishes such as goulash, Wiener Schnitzel, spaetzle, and Salburger Nocken (each worth trying here).
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Cafe Konditorei Fürst
For a sweet treat, try the famous, small chocolates from Salzburg: Mozartkugel (Mozart ball). They are made of a pistachio marzipan center surrounded by nougat and dark chocolate. Created in 1890 by confectioner Paul Fürst in honor of Mozart, the original handmade version is wrapped in blue-and-silver foil! (Not the red or gold foil, a common misconception, those are mass-produced).
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Day 2: Outside Downtown

Joseph Brot • Salzburg Bio Bäckerei
A more modern bakery with delicious Krapfen, croissants, and banana bread! The coffee here is smooth & simply exquisite, too! A perfect pairing.
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Hellbrunn Palace
A short drive or bus ride (#25) takes you to this Austrian castle, home to the Sound of Music conservatory (entry is free). To visit the folk museum, palace, and fountain garden, you have to buy tickets for €15 each. But, no visit in Spring or Summer is complete witout these stops :)
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The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
If you're looking to see more Sound of Music sites in real life, this is the tour for you! Head out of Salzburg to the south to Mondsee, to visit the famous basilica, castles, and Alps scenery! Worth every penny, especially alongside a knowledgeable guide.
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SPORER - Erlesene Spirituosen u Weine
Try a bit of their delicious homemade schnapps as an aperitif before dinner!
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Apple Strudel & Prezel Cooking Class incl. Dinner & Music
Or take a souvenir of Austrian cooking home with you... This class will teach you to make Austrian apple strudel & pretzels! Hosted in an old cave with an engaging head chef, this memory (the smells, the flavors, the laughs) will be one that lasts!
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Day 3: Salzburg Send Off!

Restaurant Zirbelzimmer
A stellar breakfast place that has been preserved since 1866. It is a must to come here and try the traditional Sacher-Torte for breakfast! Definitely a spot to write home about!
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Kollegienkirche
Next door, step inside the Kollegienkirche — one of Austria's finest Baroque churches and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Designed by Johann Bernhard Fischer von Erlach, its all-white interior, with no paintings to distract from the architecture, creates a breathtaking sense of light and space. A beautiful contrast to the more ornate churches nearby.
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Golden.Soul
A modern, clean-finish concept store and coffee shop. Look for basics with a twist here!
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Eibl. Kajetanerplatz
The shopping experience begins with a glass of Prosecco or an espresso! Each piece is chosen with a fashion-forward approach, combining the classics with personality. You'll be sure to find a souvenir you'll wear time and time again here
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Nostalgie Salzburg
For postcard lovers and vintage enthusiasts, this charming shop is filled with unique finds — from antique postcards to one-of-a-kind collectibles.
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Gifts & Things - Souvenirs und Geschenkartikel
A well-stocked souvenir shop in the heart of the old town for a range of Salzburg keepsakes.
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Salzach
Walk along the river for a breath of fresh air, mountain views of the surrounding landscape, and viewpoints of historic Salzburg! It's the perfect way to wrap up a trip to Salzburg, relax for a moment, and take it all in. (It also divides the new and old town.)
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Augustiner Bräu Mülln
A proper Salzburg send off calls for a biergarden – Augustiner Bräu Mülln dates back to 1621! (So they definitely know what they're doing!) The property and spaces are massive, meaning its a great display of tourists and locals all sharing the same traditionally brewed pints!
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Salzburg Stays

Arthotel Blaue Gans
Salzburg's oldest guesthouse, operating since 1350, Arthotel Blaue Gans layers centuries of history with a gallery's worth of contemporary art woven through every corridor and room. Its individually designed rooms set medieval vaulted ceilings and ancient beams against clean modern furnishings, and a wine archive in the historic cellar sits beneath it all, directly opposite the Festival Hall, steps from Mozart's Birthplace, and within easy walking distance of the Cathedral, Hohensalzburg Fortress, and the city's main museums.
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Hotel Rosenvilla
A quietly refined boutique stay in a building dating back to 1500, with a garden terrace, bike rentals, and a breakfast buffet that guests consistently rave about. A solid, welcoming choice for families, with the old town just a short walk or bus ride away.
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