Best known for being the home of Mozart and the classic film The Sound of Music, Salzburg is where melodies and harmonies float through the air every day of the year.
With so many fantastic things to see and do, it can be tricky to know where to begin. To give you a helping hand, we’ve created a list of the absolute best things to do in Salzburg.
Graveyards are rarely cheerful places, but St. Sebastian’s Cemetery is darker than most. This place of rest is decorated in countless memento mori symbols (reminders that death is imminent).
With its multiple levels, curved towers, high turrets, and defensive gateways, the building’s white façade makes it look like something out of a fairytale. But step inside the fortress, and you’ll find it’s even more remarkable on the inside.
For one of the best Salzburg sightseeing opportunities, spend a few hours at St. Peter’s Abbey. The original building was constructed by Saint Rupert in 696 BCE and was used as a residence for the archbishops until 1110.
Bosna is a spicy type of sausage similar to bratwurst. It’s served like a hot dog – inside a long white bread roll that’s briefly grilled before being topped with onions, mustard, ketchup, and curry powder.
For one of the coolest things to do in Salzburg, visit Hangar 7. A one-of-a-kind attraction that combines aviation, art, and cuisine, Hangar 7 is an amazing place to spend a couple of hours as a family.
Image courtesy of Helge Kirchberger Photography/Red Bull Hangar-7
A casual walk through the city’s Old Town is something you’ve absolutely got to do during your visit.