Planning a trip to Salzburg?
Written by
Emma Harrison
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5 min read
Why visit Salzburg?
Salzburg is a city steeped in history and culture and is surrounded by the most breathtaking mountain scenery. This UNESCO-listed World Heritage site with its astonishingly rich cultural heritage is an absolute must-visit when considering the best city breaks in Europe.
If you are flexible with regards to when you visit, why not travel to Salzburg between late July through to the end of August where you can enjoy a world-class programme of cultural events at the annual Salzburg Festival?
Music is at the very core of this intriguing city, it’s the home of iconic film ‘The Sound of Music’ and it was the home city of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Music-lovers can also pay a visit to the house on Getreidegasse where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756. Add all the things you want to see and do in this storied Austrian city to your Pogo Pinboard.
‘Raindrops on roses, whiskers on kittens’, if you are visiting Salzburg and love ‘The Sound of Music’ then why not take a tour of the iconic filming locations from the film.
Tour highlights include Mirabell Gardens, where Maria and the children sang ‘Do Re Mi’ around the Pegasus Fountain and the majestic Basilika St Michael in Mondsee, where Maria and Captain Von Trapp got married towards the end of the film. The hills will most definitely be alive with these exciting tours - be sure to add it to your ‘See & Do’ list on your Salzburg Pinboard.
Don’t forget you can add screenshots and web links to your Pinboard or why not keep it in the Pocket section of your Pogo app - your one-stop shop for all your curated travel inspiration?!
Where to stay in Salzburg
With flights direct from London from just £221 in May and when it comes to hotels, we can’t help but think that a stay at the Hotel Bristol ticks all of the boxes!
It’s located opposite Mozart’s former home in the heart of Salzburg. It effortlessly blends timeless elegance and first class service with traditional charm and modern comfort. Book a two night stay from just £611 in May.
It’s a hop and a skip away from the ornate Mirabell Palace, where you can enjoy recitals from chamber orchestras playing in the opulent Marble Hall. Don’t forget to pay a visit to the fantastic Sketch bar for either coffee and a slice of almond Bristol cake or a glass of Austrian wine or two.
TOP TRAVEL TIPS
Here are our top three travel tips when planning a trip to Salzburg:
Make sure you add some time to your travel itinerary to visit the beautifully preserved old baroque town centre which is the epitome of charm and atmosphere. Take a stroll along the River Salzach and pay a visit to one of the city’s superb cafes where you can indulge in cake and some seriously good coffee. Add the cafes and restaurants you want to visit to the ‘Eat & Drink’ section of your Salzburg Pinboard.
If you are wondering how many days you need to spend in Salzburg, then we would advise three days is a great amount of time in order to do the city justice and experience it at a relaxed, leisurely pace. Why not upgrade your Pogo experience to Pogo Plus where you can take advantage of our AI-powered trip itinerary which will plot out what you can do each day (based on your interests and what you have pinned to your Salzburg Pinboard)
Depending on when you visit Salzburg, it’s wise to pack for the weather. If you are travelling between November and March, you may experience snow, so be sure to pack appropriate clothes. The snow can be magical, but obviously cold, so why not head on over to Pogo Pocket where you can create a packing check list to make sure you don’t forget those all-important hats, gloves and more!
