Salzburg Old Town Walk, Salzburg

Salzburg Old Town Walk (Self Guided), Salzburg

The mesmerizing old town of Salzburg is a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage Site and rightly so for its beautiful jumble of cobblestone streets, old churches, delightful squares and Medieval and Baroque buildings. This is one of the best-preserved old city centers north of the Alps and there are so many highlights. Stop by historic churches with spires and cupolas that dot the city skyline.

Visit Domplatz (Cathedral Square), at the center of which is a beautiful statue of the Virgin Mary. At Christmas, a huge market is held here. Go to Kapitelplatz, one of the biggest Baroque squares in the city and admire its old buildings, including the bishop’s palace. There is more Baroque splendor on display at Residenzplatz, a beautiful square with a fountain made of marble. This area hosts numerous concerts as well as screenings of big sporting events. Another notable square is Mozartplatz, a tribute to Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, a famous son of the city. This plaza is decorated with a statue of the composer.

Stop by Makartplatz where the Mozart family used to live, and tour their old house which is now dedicated to the musician's life and work. Witness more aged buildings at Alter Markt, the old marketplace which dates back to the 13th century. For shopping, head over to Sigmund Haffner Gasse, one of the city's oldest streets. Browse its many galleries, jewelry stores and luxury boutiques. A particularly intriguing Salzburg location is the medieval Steingasse Lane, which is where there are numerous brothels. They’re identified by little red lanterns in front of their main entrances. The oldest bordello is Maison de Plaisir which is said to have been in business during Mozart's time.
How it works: A discovery walk features a route using which you can explore a popular city neighborhood on your own. This walk, along with other self-guided walks in over 1,500 cities, can be found on the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" which can be downloaded from iTunes App Store or Google Play Store to your mobile phone or tablet. The app's built-in GPS navigation functions allow following this walk route with ease. The app works both online and offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.

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Salzburg Old Town Walk Map

Guide Name: Salzburg Old Town Walk
Guide Location: Austria » Salzburg
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Discovery)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Author: emily
Kapitelplatz,

2) Kapitelplatz, "Sphaera" Statue

Pferdeschwemme Fountain

3) Pferdeschwemme Fountain

Alter Markt 6, Bürgerhaus

8) Alter Markt 6, Bürgerhaus

Sigmund Haffner Gasse

9) Sigmund Haffner Gasse

Herbert von Karajan Platz

10) Herbert von Karajan Platz

Universitätsplatz, Kollegienkirche

11) Universitätsplatz, Kollegienkirche

Mirabell Garden Entrance

12) Mirabell Garden Entrance

Walking Tours in Salzburg, Austria

Create Your Own Walk in Salzburg

Create Your Own Walk in Salzburg

Creating your own self-guided walk in Salzburg is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Old Town Gift Shops

Old Town Gift Shops

Specialty shops make up an integral part of tourist life in Salzburg. We've compiled a list of gifts and souvenirs unique to Salzburg, that a visitor might like to purchase to reflect their visit. Located within the Old Town, the shops are all within a pleasant walk.

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Sound of Music Tour

Sound of Music Tour

A true mecca for music fans, Salzburg – the hometown of Mozart – has no shortage of visitors. The iconic blockbuster of 1965, The Sound of Music further added a great deal of popularity to the city. Set in Salzburg on the eve of World War II, the movie follows the lead characters – the Von Trapp family and their nanny, played by Julie Andrews – all around the city, capturing the idyllic...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.6 Km or 2.2 Miles
Salzburg Introduction Walking Tour

Salzburg Introduction Walking Tour

Austria's fourth largest, Salzburg is divided into "old" and "new". The Old Town, between the Salzach River and the Mönchsberg mountain, holds nearly all the charm and most of the tourist spots. The city went down in history primarily as the hometown of great composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, whose birthplace is now a museum and one of the main local attractions. Apart...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.8 Km or 1.7 Miles
Mozart Walking Tour

Mozart Walking Tour

Salzburg was Mozart's home for most of his brief life. He was born on Getreidegasse and baptized in the nearby Cathedral. He played his first big concert, at age 6, at the Residence Palace. He was the organist for the Cathedral, conducted the Prince-Archbishop's orchestra, and dined at (what is now called) Café Tomaselli. It was from Salzburg that he gained Europe-wide fame, touring the...  view more

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.4 Km or 1.5 Miles
Historical Religious Buildings Walking Tour

Historical Religious Buildings Walking Tour

Salzburg is listed as an UNESCO World Heritage Site and is home to countless cultural, architectural, and religious landmarks. The city features numerous historic places of worship, from small churches and abbeys to the impressive Salzburg Cathedral. Take the following walking tour to discover Salzburg's holy places and their history.

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.4 Km or 0.9 Miles