City Centre Salzburg Travel Guide

Salzburg

A garden with statues and a castle in the background.
A stone well with a hand pump, surrounded by shelves with jars and a signboard.
A large building with a green roof, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with red flowers and statues.
A garden with neatly trimmed hedges, a bench, and blooming roses.
A grand staircase with ornate carvings and a statue of a figure holding an umbrella.

Stay near popular City Centre Salzburg attractions

A historic building with ornate architecture, a well-maintained garden with geometric flower beds, and a castle in the background.

Mirabell Palace

9.0/10 (2,198 reviews)
See one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the world at this magnificent palace, originally built as a grand gesture of love.
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Things to do

Hop-On Hop-Off: including special Sound of Music Channel

Hop-On Hop-Off: Salzburg City

£26
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Hop-On Hop-Off: Salzburg City
Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg

£73
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Hallstatt Half-Day Tour from Salzburg
Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket

Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket

£17
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Salzburg: Hohensalzburg Fortress Admission Ticket
Vienna: Hallstatt and Salzburg Day Tour

Vienna: Hallstatt and Salzburg Day Tour

£86
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Vienna: Hallstatt and Salzburg Day Tour
Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour

Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour

£62
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Salzburg, St.Wolfgang & Salzkammergut Lake District Day Tour
Salzburg: Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting

Salzburg: Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting

£21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Salzburg: Stiegl Brewery Tour with Beer Tasting
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Top hotels in City Centre Salzburg

IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg

IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg

4.5 out of 5
Rainerstrasse 6-8 Salzburg Salzburg
The price is £297 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£297
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy 2 restaurants, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,100 reviews)
"Great hotel! A little costly for amenities, and outside the old town."

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2026

IMLAUER Hotel Pitter Salzburg
HYPERION Hotel Salzburg

HYPERION Hotel Salzburg

5 out of 5
Rainerstraße 4 Salzburg
The price is £218 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£218
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
HYPERION Hotel Salzburg
IMLAUER Palais Mirabell

IMLAUER Palais Mirabell

4 out of 5
Paris-Lodron-Strasse 1 Salzburg Salzburg
The price is £257 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£257
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (916 reviews)
"We were right next to the Old Town. Within minutes we could tour or explore anywhere."

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

IMLAUER Palais Mirabell
Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu

Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu

4 out of 5
Rainerstraße 12-14 Salzburg
The price is £156 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£156
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"We had a fantastic stay at Hotel Imlauer & Bräu. The staff were wonderful and made us feel genuinely welcome throughout our visit. The location was excellent - very close to Mirabell Palace and Gardens and within easy walking distance of Salzburg's main sights, while still being peaceful and quiet. ..."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 2026

Hotel IMLAUER & Bräu
Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich

Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich

4 out of 5
Wolf-Dietrich-Strasse 7 Salzburg Salzburg
The price is £208 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£208
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and clean"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2026

Altstadthotel Wolf-Dietrich
HOTEL andrä

HOTEL andrä

3 out of 5
Hubert-Sattler-Gasse 3 Salzburg
Fully refundable
The price is £154 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
£154
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Salzburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Mirabell Palace and Salzburg Christmas Market ...
HOTEL andrä
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Where to stay in City Centre Salzburg

Find the best City Centre Salzburg areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about City Centre Salzburg
Learn more about City Centre Salzburg
A historic city with a river, a castle on a hill, and several churches with domes.

Altstadt Salzburg

Historical sites, museums and live music highlight some of the noteworthy features of Altstadt Salzburg. Make a stop by Mozartplatz Square or Old City Hall while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A historic courtyard with a castle in the background, surrounded by lush greenery and a crowd of visitors.
Photo by Mark Wilkinson
Open Photo by Mark Wilkinson

Neustadt

If you're spending some time in Neustadt, Mirabell Gardens and Linzer Gasse are top sights worth seeing.

A cityscape with a river, a prominent hill, and a castle-like structure.

Elisabeth-Vorstadt

Historical sites, shopping and restaurants are some highlights of Elisabeth-Vorstadt. You might stop by Mirabell Palace or Mirabell Gardens while you're in the area.

A formal garden with geometric flower beds, a central fountain, and a historic building in the background.
Photo by Carson Hanks
Open Photo by Carson Hanks

Schallmoos

Schallmoos is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Kartworld, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

A castle on a hill surrounded by trees.
Photo by Pete Henley
Open Photo by Pete Henley

Riedenburg

Unique features of Riedenburg include the shopping and historical sites. Make a stop by Stiegl's World of Brewing or Leopoldskron Swimming Pool while you're exploring the area.

City Centre Salzburg Travel Guide

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