Top Ten Sights to See, Museums for a Rainy Day and the Sound of Music locations in the city.
These places are all accessible on foot within easy reach. You don't need an expensive tour guide.
Residenzplatz: I Have Confidence
Maria splashes the water in the Fountain at the marble horse on her way to the Von Trapps.
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Mozartsteg: Going on a Picnic
The bridge over the River Salzach is used when the children leave the city on their way to the picnic in the mountains.
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Kapitalplatz: I Have Confidence
Used in the I have Confidence sequence. Maria leaves the Abbey and catches the bus to go to the Von Trapps.
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Mirabell: Do Re Me Steps
Learning to Sing: The famous Do-Re-Me steps where Maria and the children sing. Also here are the staues and the tunnel through which they ran.
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Museum Der Moderne Terrace
Learning to sing: Following on from the picnic in the mountains, Maria teaches the children to sing with the city as the backdrop.
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Rock Riding School: The Festival
The venue for the Salzburg Festival. The Family sing So Long So Well just before they escape over the mountains.
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The Cemetery
Although in the film the cemetery was in the Abbey, the inspiration was this cemetery in the city.
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Nonnberg Abbey
The Abbey where Maria was a postulate in real life. Used where the children try to persuade Maria to return and other scenes.
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Salzburg Residenzplatz
The large square in front of the Dom. At the centre is the Horse Fountain and is flanked by the Residenz Palace and the Neue Residenz.
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Salzburg Museum
Located in the Neue Residenz bordering Residenzplatz. Towering above is the famous Carillon. Permanent and temporary exhibitions .
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Salzburg Fortress
Dominating the Old Town it is one of the best preserved medieval castles in Europe. Fantastic views of both the city and the mountains.
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The Fortress Museums
Dominating the Old Town it is one of the best preserved medieval castles in Europe. Fantastic views of both the city and the mountains.
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Rupertinum
Based in the centre of the old town iit is the setting primarily for graphic art and photography. Also home to the Generali Foundation Study Centre
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The Toy Museum
Famous for its collection of antique toys. Younger visitors are encouraged to become actively involved.
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Haus Der Natur
Salzburg’s most popular museum presents nature at its most exciting. Something for everybody.
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Georg Trakl Memorial Site
The memorial site and research centre is based in Georg Trakl's birthplace in Salzburg.
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Stiegl Brauwelt
Visit the Stiegl Brewery and see how beer has been brewed for over 500 years! Also restaurant and bar.
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Michael Haydn
A small and cosy museum celebrating the music of Michael Haydn. Limited opening times.
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Stefan Zweig Centre
The Stefan Zweig Centre is a small museum housed in the impressive Edmundsburg. It concentrates on Stefans life and work.
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Hanger 7
This unique building at Salzburg Airport houses the Red Bull collection of planes, cars and racing bikes.
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Salzburg Kapitalplatz
The large square behind the Cathedral with an amazing view of the Fortress. In front of the fortress is the impressive Horse Pond.
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Salzburg Mirabell Gardens
The beautiful Mirabell Gardens featured in the Sound of Music, the garden is free and a joy to walk around.
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Salzburg Dom Quartier
Comprising The Dom, Residenz Palace and St Peter's Abbey. Covers 1,400 years of Salzburg History.
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Salzburg St Peters Abbey and Cemetery
Visit the beautiful abbey church of St Peters and the tranquility of the cemetery in front of the rock face of the Monschberg.
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Museum Der Moderne
Worth a visit just for the best view of Salzburg from the terrace in front. Use the Monschberg Lift.
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Mozart Residence
The house where Mozart lived after moving from Getreidegasse. The museum has his forte-piano and many original documents.
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Mozart Birthplace
No 9 Getreidegasse is the Mozart Birthplace Museum and is where he was born in 1756. One of the most visited museums in Austria.
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Salzburg Getreidegasse
Getreidegasse is the main shopping street with traditional clothes and designer shops in 12th century houses that seem to go back for ever!
Read More >>Salzburg Horse Pond
Dating from 1693 it is where they washed the parade horses belong to the Archbishops. Also a location for the Sound of Music.
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Salzburg Cathedral
Salzburg Cathedral (Dom) is a beautiful Baroque building. Inside youe will find the baptisimal font where Mozart was baptised.
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Salzburg Alter Markt
Lovely square bordered by Medievel town houses. Here you will find Cafe Tomaselli, Konditorei Furst and the smallest house in Salzburg.
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Salzburg Christmas Markets
If you are in Salzburg in the period from late November to Christmas then the magical Christmas Markets are a must.
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A Day Out in Bavaria
In less than an hour from Salzburg you could be in the Bavarian Alps. Visit Bertchesgaten or fantastic Lake Konigsee.
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A Day Out in the Salzkammergut
A great day trip from Salzburg is the Salzkammergut. A land of lakes, mountains and pretty villages.
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If you have a full day in Salzburg …
With a full day at your disposal what should you do to make the most of your time? Here pick out some of the best choices so you can take
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If you only have a few hours …
To make the most of your time in this beautiful city, we have listed the must see sights.
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Things to do in Salzburg
Here you will find all the major concerts and other things to do in the City.
Read More >>Salzburg Lake District
The Salzkammergut. The land of Mountains, Lakes and wonderful towns like St Wolfgang and Halstatt.
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Salzburg Main Sights
We have included a location map for all of the Main Sights in Salzburg. See for yourself at your own pace. Enjoy your day.
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Sound of Music: Location Guide
We have put together a guide that takes you around the Sound of Music locations in the City. Go on, its free!
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Travel Information
Important information about visiting and travelling in Austria. What to do in an emergency, driving and more.
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Salzburg Weather
The weather in Salzburg is notorious for its unpredictability. Here we give you a month by month view of what to expect and what to wear.
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Salzburg: The Krampus
At certain times of the year you will encounter monsters roaming the street. Don't worry, they are not real. Here's the story.
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