Activities
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Things to do:
Around Salzburg
Music and Arts
Salzburg’s most famous musician, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, was born in the Getreidegasse. Many concerts are performed during the summer months. The prestigious Salzburg Music Festival takes place from end of July to beginning of September. Visit the art galleries and palatial residences in Baroque and Rococo styles.
Sightseeing
Mozart’s Birthplace and Getreidegasse, Residenzplatz and Old Market Square, Cathedral, Hohensalzburg Fortress, St Peter’s Benedictine Abbey, Christian Catacombs, Pferdeschwemme Horse Fountain, Schloss Mirabell and Gardens
Getting Around
It couldn’t be simpler than on foot! All the main sights are located close together in the old town on the left bank of the Salzach river.
The ‘SALZBURG CARD’ offers free entrance to museums and major sights plus city limit buses and can be obtained locally via our representative. Cost: 24hrs: €22; 48 hrs: €30; 72 hrs: €35 (prices based on 2009).
Shopping
• ’Alter Markt’ open market square sells local specialities • chocolates, including the delicious marzipan-filled Mozart ‘Kugeln’ and gingerbread ‘lebkuchen’ • wood carvings • petit-point embroidery • painted glass • decorative walking sticks • fringed silk scarves • dried flower and spice bouquets • fruit schnapps.
Pricing and information shown above is for guidance only and may vary. Latest pricing is available when booking online or given locally by your Inghams representative. Prices on scheduled airlines vary almost daily, and may go up or down at any time before you book.
Tours available from this resort
Alpine Explorer
3-centre holiday
Explore the magnificent and contrasting landscapes of the Slovenian and Austrian Alps whilst staying in these countries’ top resorts. Choose from two unique lakes and mountains 3-centre combinations to suit your taste. Your holiday will commence in either the Salzkammergut lakes region, made famous by ‘The Sound of Music’, or in the pretty village of Filzmoos. Cross into Slovenia to spend time in scenic Lake Bled or picturesque Kranjska Gora where the craggy Julian Alps surround Slovenia’s two favourite resorts. Finish off this unforgettable journey with 3 nights in the beautiful city of Salzburg, famous for its fortress and beautifully preserved old town and as the birthplace of Mozart. In each of these resorts, our Inghams representatives will be on hand with recommendations on how best to enjoy your holiday to the full.
