{"id":1076,"date":"2018-03-28T13:50:41","date_gmt":"2018-03-28T20:50:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/lenkatraveler.com\/blog\/?p=1076"},"modified":"2018-03-28T13:54:57","modified_gmt":"2018-03-28T20:54:57","slug":"things-to-do-in-salzburg","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lenkatraveler.com\/?p=1076","title":{"rendered":"Things to do in Salzburg"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Salzburg, Austria<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Salzburg is one of the most renowned cities in\u00a0Austria\u00a0and Europe, and has a well-preserved old town centre full of beautiful baroque\u00a0architecture (a UNESCO World Heritage Site).\u00a0This charming Austrian town is most famous for being the birthplace of the classical composer Mozart, but has so much more in terms of historical\u00a0sights and fun attractions. Lets explore the\u00a0best things to do in Salzburg:<\/p>\n

Tip \u2013 Get the\u00a0Salzburg Card\u00a0for free admission to the main sights, discounts & free public transport.<\/p>\n

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Salzburg Fortress<\/strong> –\u00a0Otherwise known as Hohensalzburg Castle, this imposing Fortress sits in a dominating position on top of the Festungsberg Hill and has been a major\u00a0power hive for the rulers of Salzburg since the 1000\u2019s.\u00a0Since its inception, the castle has undergone many transformations, additions and expansions including a Funicular Cable Car leading from the bottom of\u00a0the Hill that allows easy access for tourists.\u00a0The striking white exterior of the building stands out, while there are many courtyards and walls to look down on the city of Salzburg from.\u00a0Inside, there are many rooms and wings to explore containing various artefacts and traditional decor; a large Aerophon (Organ) sits in the powder room,\u00a0while the Golden Hall contains many marble pillars and the Chapel is decorated with Stuccos and Ornate busts.\u00a0The fortress is without a doubt the number one attraction in Salzburg and a wonderful piece of history.<\/p>\n

Salzburg Old Town<\/strong> –\u00a0One of the largest UNESCO World Heritage sights by area, the Salzburg Old town or Altstadt encompasses many of the City\u2019s main sights and is full of\u00a0historical buildings, beautifully designed squares and quaint little side-streets leading off to forgotten corners.\u00a0The building style consists mainly of Medieval and Baroque architecture and the old town is just a great place to walk through.\u00a0The Old Town is a perfect starting place for your time in Salzburg and you could easily spend a day getting lost in the streets, admiring the sights, having\u00a0a coffee or maybe doing some shopping.<\/p>\n

Mirabell Palace and Gardens<\/strong> –\u00a0Salzburg is not short on historical buildings and gardens, but the Mirabell Palace is outstanding and is one of the finest in Austria.\u00a0Listed as a cultural heritage monument, the Palace was built in 1606 and was used mainly as a pleasure palace.\u00a0As well as the striking Marble Hall which is a venue for Palace Concerts, the Palace also has a wondrous set of gardens that can be explored at your\u00a0leisure.\u00a0The garden gives great views to Salzburg Cathedral and has a symmetrical design with emphasis on mythology including the Pegasus Fountain and lots\u00a0of other fountains, hedges, and themed gardens.\u00a0If you enjoy maintained Gardens and being in the outdoors, the palace is a brilliant place to visit.<\/p>\n

Mozart\u2019s Residence<\/strong> –\u00a0Wherever you go in Salzburg, the influence and fame of Mozart is apparent \u2013 Born in a small house originally, the family moved to what is now known\u00a0as \u201cMozarts Wohnhaus\u201d in Makartplatz.\u00a0The building was reconstructed as closely as possible to the original design after its destruction during World War II and is now open as a museum.\u00a0This fantastic museum contains biographies of the family members together with displays of their day to day life and how they would have lived.\u00a0For any Mozart fan this museum is a must.<\/p>\n

Hellbrunn Castle<\/strong>–\u00a0Located in the southern Morgz district of Salzburg, Hellbrunn Castle or Palace is surrounded by a beautiful park and also has the Salzburg Zoo close by.\u00a0Created in the 1600\u2019s as a residential villa much like Mirabell Palace, Hellbrunn has a lively yellow rendering and its front fa\u00e7ade is fully symmetrical.\u00a0The main attraction of Hellbrunn Palace however is the gardens and trick fountains.\u00a0The gardens are simply magical and contain many different Grottos, Fountains and Water Automats.\u00a0What people love most is the water features that try and trick you such as the seats with holes in that spurt water on the unsuspecting guest when you sit\u00a0down \u2013 Its loads of fun and during the summer months a wonderful outdoor space to enjoy.<\/p>\n

Salzburg Cathedral<\/strong> –\u00a0A fine example of a Baroque Cathedral, the Salzburg Cathedral is located in an enclosed square next to the Salzburg Residenz and St.\u00a0Peter\u2019s Abbey, creating a lovely historical area to visit.\u00a0This Cathedral has been demolished and rebuilt several times from its initial creation in 774 and now stands as a striking piece of architecture; the front\u00a0facade has dual bell towers and outside sits the Marian Column in the middle of the \u201cDomplatz\u201d. Although a relatively simple design, it is still striking\u00a0while its interior is magnificent.\u00a0The interior is fairly simplistic too, and has many columns, knaves, a beautiful organ and detailed frescos in the dome.<\/p>\n

Neugeb\u00e4ude<\/strong> –\u00a0The Neugeb\u00e4ude or New Residence is a beautiful building in its own right and has halls decorated with Stuccos from the 1600\u2019s and also hosts the\u00a0Salzburg Museum but the main draw is the musical Glockenspiel.\u00a0This wonderful arrangement of 35 bells was created in the 18th Century in Antwerp and shipped over to Salzburg where it took several years to tune and\u00a0setup correctly (Or to the best of the clock makers ability who installed it!). These amazing musical pieces play at set intervals during the day and\u00a0perform beautiful renditions of Classical numbers such as the Menuett by Mozart and Tochter Zion by Handel.\u00a0Not only can you sit and admire this classical display, but guided tours of the bells and mechanisms are available too.<\/p>\n

Getreidegasse<\/strong> –\u00a0This famous and popular street runs for a stretch in the old town and is a standout destination for shopping.\u00a0The narrow street has many buildings packed together that stretch far back and have beautiful designs and quaint little windows.\u00a0Many passageways and courtyards spring from the main street and create romantic areas to explore, while small details like the wrought iron guild signs\u00a0give Getreidegasse extra charm and character.\u00a0Shops include fine Jewellery, fashion, antiques, traditional costumes, and many boutiques.\u00a0There is also a mouth-watering selection of eateries and cafes to enjoy, and several historical buildings and points of interest.<\/p>\n

Toy Museum<\/strong> – Located close to \u00a0Mozartplatz and Mirabell Palace, this fantastical place will provide hours of fun and wonder for children and adults alike.\u00a0Split into two sections \u2013 The \u201cmuseum\u201d part contains various historical displays of old toys and games, while the \u201chands-on\u201d part contains different\u00a0interactive rides and activities such as a marble run, a mini race-circuit, and an imitation shop where children can learn how an old shop looked and\u00a0worked.\u00a0With seasonal and special themed activities too, you can be guaranteed to always find something different and entertaining in this brilliant museum.<\/p>\n

Mozartplatz Square<\/strong> –\u00a0Buried right in the centre of the Old Town, Mozartplatz is a peaceful square dominated by an ornate Bronze statue of the square\u2019s namesake that was\u00a0unveiled in the presence of his sons in the 1800\u2019s.\u00a0Aside from the statue, there is also several museums and attractions directly on the square including the Salzburg Museum, the Traklhaus and The\u00a0Salzburg Christmas Museum.\u00a0Furthermore, just off of the square, are two more adjoining squares that are worth exploring \u2013 The Residenplaz and the Domplaz.<\/p>\n

Hangar 7<\/strong> –\u00a0This fantastically designed building is not your typical hangar, but does contain many aeronautical artifacts.\u00a0Situated next to the main Salzburg Airport (Keeping in with the theme!), the \u201cHangar\u201d contains several bars, a \u00a0cafe, a Michelin Star restaurant, and\u00a0outdoor lounge, several motorbike and Formula 1 exhibits, and an amazing display of aeroplanes ranging from a Cobra Helicopter to an Alpha Jet\u00a0Aircraft.\u00a0Hangar 7 is just a fun and exciting place to see, not only for the amazing architecture of the hydrofoil dome, but also the well-presented displays and\u00a0swanky social areas.<\/p>\n

Mozarts Birthplace<\/strong> –\u00a0As one of the most visited museums in the world, the birthplace of this legendary Classical Composer is a must see sight in Salzburg.\u00a0The city has various museums, monuments and places dedicated to Mozart, but his birthplace is definitely the defining one.\u00a0The sight is easily accessible as it is in the Old Town, and a full tour of the displays etc should take around an hour.\u00a0The museum contains everything Mozart, from details of his childhood life, to musical instruments he owned and composed his famous symphonies\u00a0with.\u00a0It really is a treat to gain such a detailed insight into Salzburg\u2019s most famous residence life.<\/p>\n

St. Peter\u2019s Abbey<\/strong> –\u00a0Not to be confused with Salzburg Cathedral, the Abbey dedicated to St. Peter was originally constructed over old Christian remains in 696 by Saint\u00a0Rupert and has stood in some form ever since.\u00a0This Benedictine Monastery is the oldest in the German-speaking era and also holds the oldest Library in Austria.\u00a0The architecture has changed over the years to suit the various fashions of the eras, and now has a combination of Romanesque and Renaissance styles.\u00a0A very decorated and ornate religious building, the Abbey also has Catacombs that are open to the public, a lovely Cemetery, The Long gallery which\u00a0includes many large paintings, and also an extensive Library with over 100,00 volumes (Unfortunately the Library is only accessible by very selective\u00a0guided tours). If you are interested in historical buildings, St. Peter\u2019s Abbey is an interesting place to visit whilst in the Old Town area of Salzburg.<\/p>\n

The Eagles Nest<\/strong> –\u00a0This Third Reich era building was constructed as a mountain getaway high up near the town of Berchtesgaden in Germany and although it is not in\u00a0Salzburg itself, is easily accessible as a day trip.\u00a0Today the building stands as a restaurant and tourist site and attracts many visitors, not only for the architecture of the building and its historical\u00a0significance, but mainly for the unbelievable views of the Bavarian Alps.\u00a0To reach the summit where the Eagles nest is situated, it takes around two hours on foot from the Obersalzberg area \u2013 You will then be rewarded with\u00a0some stunning views of the mountainous countryside beneath you.\u00a0To enter the building\/restaurant, you walk through a long 124m underground tunnel and descend into a lift that takes you a further 124m inside.\u00a0Although not a well published site, the Eagles Nest is still an interesting place to visit and great for hiking.<\/p>\n

Gaisberg Mountain<\/strong> –\u00a0Lying in the eastern area of Salzburg, this mountain is the perfect place to try your hand at some adrenaline filled activities or a hike.\u00a0There is a bus link from outside Mirabell Palace so if you do not have a car, the mountain is still accessible.\u00a0If you love the outdoors and outdoor activities, Gaisberg will be your dream \u2013 There is over 20km of well-marked trails ranging in length and difficulty,\u00a0and a host of outdoor activities including Paragliding and Mountain Biking.\u00a0To experience a different side to Salzburg\u2019s historical centre, get out of the town and explore the expanses of the Gaisberg!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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