A Taste of Salzburg: From Mirabell Gardens to Mozart's Birthplace

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A Taste of Salzburg: From Mirabell Gardens to Mozart's Birthplace

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Salzburg audio tour: A Taste of Salzburg: From Mirabell Gardens to Mozart's Birthplace
This is a 1.9mi walking tour
It takes an average of 60 mins to complete.
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About the Tour

Salzburg is a city where history, music, and charming architecture blend into an irresistible cultural experience. On this walking tour, you'll explore the compact old town with its beautiful Baroque buildings, discover the legacy of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, and learn how salt brought wealth and independence to this picturesque Alpine city long before The Sound of Music made it world-famous.

The tour begins at the magnificent Mirabell Palace, originally built in the 17th century by Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich for his mistress and their 15 children. You'll stroll through the stunning Mirabell Gardens with its geometrical flowerbeds, mythological statues, and the famous Pegasus Fountain featured in The Sound of Music. As you walk, you'll enjoy perfect views of the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortress that dominates the city's skyline.

You'll cross the Salzach River via a bridge adorned with thousands of love locks, then wind your way through narrow medieval streets and hidden courtyards into the heart of Salzburg's Old Town. You'll discover wrought iron guild signs hanging above shops, sample Mozart's famous chocolate balls, and see the stunning Baroque cathedral where Mozart was baptized. The tour ends at Mozart's birthplace, where the musical genius was born in 1756 in a modest apartment that now houses a fascinating museum.

On this 60-minute tour, you'll have a chance to:

  • Visit St. Peter's Cemetery, the oldest cemetery in Salzburg, with its beautiful wrought ironwork and the graves of noble families
  • Discover the surprising story behind Mozart Chocolates (Mozart Kugel) and learn where to find the authentic original treats
  • See the Stieglkeller, where they've been brewing beer since 1492, the same year Columbus sailed to America
  • Explore the University area, founded in 1623, with its quiet green spaces and quirky modern art
  • Admire the Salzburg Cathedral, the fourth cathedral built on this site since 774, where Mozart's parents were married
  • Learn how to decode the traditional Austrian dirndl dress - and what the positioning of the apron ties means
  • Browse the Grünmarkt (Green Market), where locals shop for regional specialties, fresh produce, and traditional sausages

Whether you're a music lover, history buff, or simply seeking the charm of one of Europe's most beautiful cities, this tour offers a perfect introduction to Salzburg's treasures and traditions.

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Medieval History Music And Performance Local Legends Neighbourhoods Quirky

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Trudy Rollo

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I was born and raised in Britain, but left the UK in 1988. I fell in love with Austria when I came here in 2003 and have since made it my home. I grew up in Norfolk, but went to Scotland lots to visit my Dad's side of the family. I moved to Salzburg in 2007 and having worked in tourism for many years, I became a licensed Austria Guide in 2010. I always said I wanted to live in the hills and now the hills really are alive!

Preview Location

Location 43

Residence Square

Beyond the fountain is St Michael's church and left of that a small archway that leads to the main shopping street - head through it.

To the left is the old residence, to the right the new residence with the bell tower - both residences of the Prince-archbishops and both no... Read More
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Major Landmarks

  • Mirabell Palace

  • Mirabellgarten

  • Pegasus Fountain

  • Mozarteum University Salzburg

  • Salzburger Marionettentheater

  • Salzburg State Theater

  • Mozart Residence

  • Dreifaltigkeitskirche

  • Linzer Gasse

  • Steingasse

  • Steinterrasse inspired by Senns

  • Salzach

  • Fortress Hohensalzburg

  • Café Bazar

  • Hotel Sacher Salzburg

  • Polizeiinspektion Salzburg - Rathaus

  • Marko-Feingold-Steg

  • Mönchsberg Elevator

  • Red Bull World Salzburg

  • Getreidegasse

  • Grünmarkt

  • Kollegienkirche

  • Great Festival House

  • House for Mozart

  • Felsenreitschule

  • St. Peter's Abbey

  • St. Peter Stiftskulinarium

  • Friedhof St. Peter (Petersfriedhof)

  • Goldene Kugel

  • Salzburg Cathedral

  • Residenzplatz

  • Salzburg Carillon

  • Salzburg Residence

  • Mozartplatz

  • Cafe Konditorei Fürst

  • Café Tomaselli

  • Mozart's Birthplace

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Getting There

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  1. Start location
    Mirabellplatz 4, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
  2. Total distance
    3km
  3. Final location
    Getreidegasse 9, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
  4. Distance back to start location
    634.1m

Directions to Starting Point

In front of the Mirabell Palace in Mirabell Square - opposite the St Andrews church, which has a car park around and underneath it. Many buses stop here or very close by - 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 21, 25.

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Tips

Places to stop along the way

My favourite Strudel can be found at Cafe Würfelzucker. I enjoy lunch at Zirkelwirt. I love the cakes at Cafe Fingerlos. The Green Market for pretzels or fish specialities and a glass of bubbly or typical sausages and a beer. The Stiegl and the Augustiner beer halls with summer gardens.

Best time of day

Try to do the tour as soon after you arrive as possible as there are lots of tips of things to do and it will help you make the most of the city. St Peter's cemetery and the Mirabell Gardens are closed in the evening.
The city will be busier between 11am - 5pm. The green market is on Mon - Sat. Shops are closed on Sundays and public holidays. In winter some landmarks are covered to protect them from the bad weather and the Mirabell Gardens are restricted. My favourite time is early morning so you are finished in time for morning coffee and strudel!

Precautions

Please beware of cyclists and cycle trails. The cyclists have a law unto themselves and take no prisoners! Be aware too of taxis, horse and carriages and segways even though you are in a pedestrian zone. Although I consider Salzburg a very safe city - I could walk home at midnight by myself without thinking about it, I always suggest to zip up bags and make sure wallets are in a zipped up pocket.

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4 Dec 2025

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