Magnificently set below a medieval fortress, Salzburg is one of Europe’s loveliest cities and the birthplace of Mozart. On the banks of the river Salzach and surrounded by mountains, Salzburg’s picturesque and historic old city is a recognised World Heritage site. On the left bank of the river between the Mönchsberg and Festungsberg lie a maze of narrow cobbled streets, arcaded courtyards and grand tall houses contrasting beautifully with the Cathedral and Residenz Palace from the Baroque, Rococo and Neo-Classical periods. Art galleries, gardens and museums are also plentiful. Additionally, the Salzburg Music Festival takes place every year in August and is the city’s premier event.
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Salzburg Music Festival
20 July to 30 August
Each summer, the fairy tale streets of Salzburg are alive with the sounds of Mozart at the Salzburg Festival. Featuring opera, concerts and drama, the Festival enjoys worldwide recognition as one of the most outstanding classical music events today. The Festival takes place in various venues throughout the city, but the main attractions are located around Cathedral Square.
Useful Information
Resort Code: ATSL
Languages spoken: English
Time difference: GMT+0
Currency: EUR
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from£569pp
- 60 rooms
The 100 year old Hofwirt has been newly renovated and is centrally located right on the edge of the pedestrianised area and only 10 minutes’ walk from the main sights of Salzburg.
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from£629pp
- 101 rooms
Combining modern features, tradition and a friendly atmosphere in a 19th century building, this historic city hotel is located in a quiet location close to the river and the pretty Mirabell gardens.
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from£668pp
- 140 rooms
The stylish and contemporary NH Salzburg City is located close to the river and the Mirabelle Gardens.
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from£579pp
Design hotel with modern style furnishings, centrally located only 5 minute walk to centre.
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from£599pp
- 120 rooms
An impressive and completely new hotel located directly next to the main city train station. Enjoy breathtaking views of the old town and surrounding area from the rooftop bar and terrace.
Travel and Transportation
| Departure day | To | Depart from |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday/Saturday Saturday Wednesday/Saturday Wednesday/Saturday |
Salzburg | Gatwick Birmingham Manchester Stansted |
Transfer approx. 15 mins by coach.
Supplements may apply on some flights
Self-drive is available
Car hire available: Yes
Evening resort bus service: Yes
Local bus services: <p><span>Thanks to the extensive city bus (Obus) system that’s been in place since 1940, users can access almost every corner of Salzburg, all from the comfort of a quiet, modern, and environmentally responsible vehicle. For those arriving to Salzburg by plane or train, the Obus line 2 brings you from the airport to the main train station, while line 10 will take you from the airport to the city centre. If you arrive or depart by train, lines 1, 3, 5 and 6 will all take you to/from the Salzburg city centre. </span></p>
Parking available: Yes
Resort Ski bus available: No
Inghams Plus
- Inghams Saver Plus: Save £50 per couple for Summer 2019 departures - whilst stocks last!
- Free Berlitz Guide Book
- Early Booking Offers at selected hotels
- Inghams Rep visiting service
Special Offers
Excursions
PRE-BOOKABLE
Mozart City Tour
Explore Salzburg Cathedral where Mozart was baptised and later became the court organist and concertmaster, see the Festival District where Mozart concerts are routinely held and visit St. Peter’s Abbey where it was for his childhood friend Abbot Hagenauer that Mozart composed the "Dominicus Mass". The Hellbrunn Palace is also on the stop-off list and the tour will also take you to Leopoldskron Palace and Frohnburg Palace - both locations used in the movie "The Sound of Music". The Highlight of the tour is the Mozart's Residence where you will learn interesting details about the life of the Mozart family.
Half day from £24 Summer 2019
Hallstatt
We travel through the stunning Salzkammergut Lake region to Hallstatt, Austria’s ancient salt mining town and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take a mountain train ride up to the entrance of the World’s Oldest Salt mines offering in its path a great view down to Hallstatt, alternatively take a leisurely lakeside walk and marvel at the houses clinging onto the mountainside, pass by the Mullbach waterfall and visit the local museum. A must see place includes the ‘Bone house’ behind the Catholic church, proving an interesting view into local family life.
Half day from £49 Summer 2019
Lakes and Mountains Tour
From Salzburg tour will pass Lake Fuschl with castle Fuschl, now a five star hotel, on its shores. Explore the little town of St. Gilgen, where Mozart's mother was born and enjoy a 45-minute boat ride to St. Wolfgang. There will be some time to explore the picturesque town or have a coffee break on the terrace of the famous White Horse Inn (Weisses Rössl) - coffee break in the White Horse Inn is optional and not included. We continue our journey along the Krottensee with castle Hüttenstein and drive along Lake Mondsee before we return to Salzburg.
Full day from £40 Summer 2019
Please note that we act at all times as selling agent for the suppliers of activities & excursions.
Things To Do
Art galleries, gardens and museums are plentiful. The 'Sound of Music' with Julie Andrews was filmed here 50 years ago and the music festival takes place every summer in August, flooding Salzburg hotels with eager music lovers.
Salzburg 24h Resort Card (From €28*, Book locally)
The great value ‘Salzburg Card’ is available on arrival from your Inghams Rep and offers:
- FREE admission to all of the city’s attractions (single entry)
- FREE use of public transport including Fortress funicular,
- Salzach ship service and the Untersberg cableway
- Attractive discounts for cultural events
- Reduced prices at a number of local attractions
Can be obtained locally via our representative.
(incl. Festungsbahn funicular, Untersbergbahn lift, Mönchsberg lift, Salzach River Tour I)
*Cost: 24hrs: from €28; 48 hrs: from €37; 72 hrs: from €43
City Bus
Thanks to the extensive city bus (Obus) system that’s been in place since 1940, users can access almost every corner of Salzburg, all from the comfort of a quiet, modern, and environmentally responsible vehicle. For those arriving to Salzburg by plane or train, the Obus line 2 brings you from the airport to the main train station, while line 10 will take you from the airport to the city centre. If you arrive or depart by train, lines 1, 3, 5 and 6 will all take you to/from the Salzburg city centre.
Evening resort bus service also available
Car hire available
Two Centres | You can book a 3 or 4 nights short break to Salzburg or combine it with a longer stay in a resort nearby. Popular choices include lake resorts of St. Gilgen, St Wolfgang and Zell am See, and the rural idylls of Filzmoos or Kitzbühel.
