Salzburg 5 Day Itinerary

July 8, 2024

Salzburg 5-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival & Old Town Exploration

Morning: Check into your hotel. We recommend staying at Hotel Sacher Salzburg or Hotel Stein**.** for a comfortable stay.
Afternoon: Start your journey by exploring the historic Old Town (Altstadt). Visit Hohensalzburg Fortress and take a funicular ride up to enjoy panoramic views of the city.
Evening: Dine at St. Moikl’s Keller for traditional Austrian cuisine, especially the Salzburger Nockerln (Salzburg dumplings).
Tips: Remember to purchase the Salzburg Card if you plan to visit multiple attractions as it offers free public transportation and discounts on several sights.

Day 2: Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s Birthplace & Sound of Music Locations

Morning: Visit Mirabell Gardens, the iconic garden featured in The Sound of Music, and take a selfie with the famous Pegasus fountain.
Afternoon: Explore Mozart’s Birthplace and Museum Mozarts Wohnhaus to learn about the life of the renowned composer. Then, walk around the city to discover other filming locations from The Sound of Music.
Evening: Dine at Café Tomaselli, a traditional Austrian café established in 1704, or try contemporary cuisine at Wagner Stube.

Day 3: Day Trip to Lake District & Salt Mines

Morning: Take a train or drive to the beautiful Lake District (Salzkammergut) and spend the day exploring picturesque lakes like Wolfgangsee, St. Gilgen, and St. Wolfgang.
Afternoon: Visit Hallenbrunn Salt Mines to learn about salt mining history and slide down the salt mine chute.
Evening: Return to Salzburg and dine at Brauerei zum Bräuwirt, a traditional Austrian brewery with delicious food and live music performances.

Day 4: Monasteries & St. Peter’s Abbey

Morning: Visit the St. Peter’s Abbey and explore its Baroque architecture, including the famous monastery library with over 100,000 books.
Afternoon: Head to Nonnberg Abbey, a Benedictine monastery where Mozart’s mother was a nun, and learn about its history.
Evening: Dine at Rainerbeisl im Graben, known for its hearty Austrian cuisine and cozy atmosphere.

Day 5: Departure & Last Minute Shopping

Morning: Spend your last few hours in Salzburg doing some shopping, especially Mozart souvenirs or traditional Marionette figurines at Muenzhausen or Christkindl Market (seasonal).
Afternoon: Depart Salzburg with fond memories of your journey through this enchanting city.

Transportation: You can explore the city on foot, use public transportation, or rent a bike for a more active experience. Taxis and Uber are also available for longer journeys.

Things to Know: Salzburg is famous for its Mozart Festival in July and August, so plan your trip accordingly if you’d like to attend performances. Also, remember that most stores close earlier on Sundays and some public holidays.

Enjoy your trip to Salzburg!