Things to do in Salzburg

Mirabell Palace and Garden is one of the most beautiful attractions in Salzburg. The palace is elegant and full of charm, with lovely architecture and a rich history that reflects the city’s cultural heritage. I enjoyed walking through the gardens, especially the colorful flower beds, neatly trimmed hedges, and graceful fountains. The famous marble statues and the view toward the fortress made the visit even more memorable. The palace itself was also impressive, with its refined rooms and peaceful atmosphere. Overall, Mirabell Palace and Garden offers a wonderful mix of beauty, history, and relaxation. It is a must-visit for anyone exploring Salzburg, and I would gladly visit again.

Fortress Hohensalzburg is one of Europe’s largest and best-preserved medieval castles, majestically overlooking Salzburg from Festungsberg hill. Built in the 11th century, it offers stunning panoramic views of the city, the Salzach River, and the surrounding Alps. Inside, visitors can explore fascinating museums, grand state rooms, and historical artifacts that showcase centuries of Austrian heritage. The fortress can be reached by a funicular or a scenic uphill walk. Its medieval architecture, towers, and courtyards create an unforgettable atmosphere. Whether you visit for history, photography, or the breathtaking scenery, Fortress Hohensalzburg is a true highlight of Salzburg and Austria.

Salzburg, the second largest city in Austria, is a veritable city of music. It is the hometown of Mozart. We visited Mozart's ancient residence and the Sculpture Square. The children here often hold various music-related activities.

Qianliang Hutong is a small alley in the center of Salzburg. Mozart's birthplace is on this alley. In addition, the second floors of the buildings on both sides of the alley are hung with various signs, which should be the more distinctive feature of this alley. The alley is neither wide nor long, and it takes less than a quarter of an hour to walk slowly. There are still mainly various shops on both sides. Of course, the famous Austrian Swarovski also has a branch here, and Salzburg's tax refund point is also near this alley.

Mozart Square is very small. The bronze statue of Mozart is the center of the square. There are cafes and candy shops around it. The square is very clean and quiet. You can also visit the nearby Wager Square.

The Hallein Salt Mine, located on the German-Austrian border, has a mining history of more than 400 years. You can change into miner's clothes, take a miner's wooden bench train down the mine, cross the German-Austrian border underground, take a boat trip to the brine lake, go down the long wooden slide, and watch mining introductions and movies. It is a perfect and rich European salt mining history. It is very beneficial to experience it.

Beautiful Palace with a spectacular park. The Christmas decorations made it looked even more magical.

Austria's Mondsee is a scenic spot with beautiful scenery. The surrounding towns are also very exquisite, like a paradise. The movie "The Sound of Music" was filmed here.

Driving to Salzburg, I passed by St. Gilgen and saw Lake Wolfgang again. It was so beautiful that I pulled over to the side of the road to see it~ The beautiful scenery at the beginning of the famous movie "The Sound of Music" was shot at Lake Wolfgang~ Lake Wolfgang was listed as a World Natural Heritage Site by the United Nations in 1997. You will never get tired of seeing it~