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Festspielhaüser(Grosses Festspielhaus, Haus für Mozart) and the Felsenreitschule are the two Festival Halls that form the main stages of the Salzburg Festival. The Festspielhaüser is located on Hofstallgasse Lane. Felsenreitschule was the main festival venue in the movie ‘The Sound of Music’. Initially, the two buildings within Festspielhaüser, erected by Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich, were used as horse stables used by the Austrian military. In 1925, the buildings were used for staging production for the first time for the Salzburg Festival. Grosses Festspielhaus, also known as the Great Festival Hall, was built between 1956 and 1960. It is exclusively used for the Salzburg and Easter Festival, Osterfestspiele. The hall is decorated with paintings and sculptures, and is huge with a capacity of 2170 people. Known for its frescos, Haus für Mozart is the small Festival Hall. It also houses many beautiful artworks including paintings and sculptures.Felsenreitschule is another Festival Hall consisting of small niches and arcades cut into the Mönchsberg mountain. Many plays and theatrical performances are staged here. It can house at least 1500 people. Read More

Franciscan Church is one of the oldest churches in Salzburg. Other attractions in the church include the Hand of Refuge at the entrance, the big church bell called Marienglocke, the ‘Madonna with a Child’ painting detail on the high altar, and the Josephskapelle. It was built in the 8th century, with the first church on the site being erected by St. Virgil. Constructed between 1468 and 1498, the tower of the church forms an important part of the city’s skyline. The original nave of the basilica and the Late Gothic chancel with adjoining vaulting are two features that combine the Romanesque and modern architectural elements in the church. Four out of the nine chapels at the Franciscan Church are blessed by different Archbishops. Read More

Museum for Natural Science and Technology

Haus der Natur is a 7000-square-meter science museum in Salzburg. Beautifully curated exhibitions and displays are distributed into two buildings on eight levels. It also has an all-interactive Science Centre where visitors can conduct experiments. It was originally founded by Eduard Paul Tratz in 1924 as the “New Natural History Museum”. The aquarium containing 38 display tanks, the reptile zoo containing many live lizards and snakes, and the natural history displays are some of the main attractions in Haus der Natur. Read More

Mönchsberg Lift is a 60-metre-long lift located in Anton-Neumer-Platz. The terrace of the Mönchsberg lift is famous for its scenic views. Visitors can find Restaurant M32 within the same building, where they can enjoy appetizing meals, selecting from a menu of various fine foods. This modern electric lift can carry up to 17 people per cabin (a total of 3 cabins) within 30 seconds. It has been in operation since 1890. The lift leads straight up to the Museum of Modern Art, known for its exquisite display of international artworks from the 20th and 21st centuries. Read More

Mozartplatz is a square in Altstadt's old town. The plaza's focal point is the centrepiece statue of world-famous composer Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, to whom Salzburg was the hometown. Mozartplatz is home to Imhofstöckl, the tourist information office, and the Salzburg Museum. Formerly known as Michaelsplatz, The square's proximity to Residenzplatz and the Salzburg Cathedral makes it a popular tourist destination. When Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich originally built the square, the centrepiece was a Baroque fountain of St. Michael. Read More

The Museum of Modern Art in Salzburg is a collection of exquisite modern art housed in two different buildings, one of which is called the Rupertinum. It is located in the old town of Altstadt.The museum showcases international and Austrian works of contemporary and classical modernism. It was opened in 1983 as the Salzburg Museum of Modern Art and Graphic Collection. First erected by Prince Archbishop Paris Lodron, the building was used as a centre for the education of priests and students up until 1984. Its foundation as a museum is owed to the generous donation of his artworks by the Salzburg art dealer Friedrich Welz. The Rupertinum is famous for its early-Baroque style architecture. The artworks showcased here include , sculptures, paintings, graphic prints, and photography. The Generali Foundation Study Centre was moved into the Rupertinum in 2016. Read More

Nonnberg Abbey, situated on the eastern foothills of Festungsburg beneath the Salzburg fortress, is a Benedictine monastery and the oldest nunnery in the German-speaking world. It was also a prime shooting location for the academy award-winning movie, "Sound of Music". It was founded by Saint Bishop Rupert between 712 and 715. The Abbey’s Gothic period-inspired architecture and exquisite collection of wall paintings and miniatures attract many tourists. In addition, the nuns of the collegiate church of Nonnberg Abbey are famous for their early morning Gregorian chants and the small ceramics manufactory they run. It is also a must-visit for all ‘Sound of Music fans as some of the most pivotal scenes take place inside the abbey. Read More

The Old City Hall is the former town hall where the municipal government was located before it moved to Schloss Mirabell. Altes Rathaus features attractions such as the Hall of Pillars, the City Gallery, the Bürgergarde collection, the Kulstrunk Panorama and the meeting rooms. The building, with its Rocco Facade and iconic Bell Tower, has 800 years of eventful history. It was built in the 14th century, and the first Mayor or “Khuezlturm”, was appointed soon after. The Town Hall gradually lost significance with the beginning of the Prince-Archbishops' era. It was used for a variety of purposes, such as dance events. The city clerk, midwife and preacher also had their quarters here. Read More

Red Bull Hangar-7 is an aviation museum located at the Salzburg Airport. It houses a unique collection of historical aircraft fleets from the Flying Bulls and Formula 1 race cars. The museum not only has aircraft but it also features a restaurant, two bars, a cafe and an outdoor lounge. It was inaugurated in 2003. It is not only the still-airworthy aircraft collection that attracts tourists, but also the unique architecture of the building. Hangar-7 also offers event space for art displays and exhibitions. Visitors can enjoy a variety of different foods at the four eating establishments that the building contains, which include Restaurant Ikarus, two bars and a cafe. Hangar-7 also has an Outdoor Lounge which serves as a meeting and resting point for guests. Read More

Residenzplatz is a stately square in the centre of Salzburg’s Altstadt (old town). It is located among prominent landmarks such as Salzburg Dom Cathedral and the Bishop’s palaces. The historic square is now a popular venue for many sports and music events and attracts scores of tourists. It was , formerly known as Hauptplatz. The richly decorated and mesmerising Residenzbrunnen Fontana, or the Residence Fountain, stands in the centre of the square, overlooking the beautiful townhouses and Prince-Archbishop Wolf Dietrich’s baroque-style architecture. Read More