When planning my ancestral trip for my mother and me, Salzburg was at the top of my list, as we’re both big fans of The Sound of Music. Having visited as part of a larger Austrian trip, I’ve learned exactly which attractions deliver—those magical trick fountains at Hellbrunn, and which ones you can skip—the Christmas…
Planning your first trip to Austria and wondering where to start? I took my mom on a trip to Vienna and Salzburg, two of Austria’s most famous cities, as part of our search for our ancestry. As I’d surprised and gifted her with this trip, I had to do so without breaking the bank. So,…
I took my mom on a surprise trip to Austria as part of searching out our family ancestry, which also took us to Slovenia, Germany, and Croatia. And while my family isn’t from Salzburg, I knew she was a big Sound of Music fan and decided to do a quick 2 day trip to this…
Looking for the best things to do in Salzburg, Austria? Salzburg offers a wide array of attractions, including iconic baroque architecture such as Mirabell Palace and the historic Altstadt, world-class Mozart museums, the imposing Hohensalzburg Fortress, stunning Sound of Music filming locations, and much more. But if you’re on a budget, don’t worry—I’ve got you…
If you’re a Sound of Music enthusiast planning a trip to Salzburg or an Austria-bound traveler who happens to love classic musicals, you’re in for an absolute treat. Salzburg has been enchanting visitors for decades since the 1965 film transformed its baroque palaces, Alpine meadows, and historic squares into the perfect cinematic backdrop for one…
Struggling with how many days you actually need to experience Salzburg without either rushing through Hohensalzburg Fortress and The Sound of Music locations, or wasting time with too much downtime in this quaint Austrian city? Having spent time exploring Salzburg with my mother as part of a broader Austrian itinerary, I know what it’s like…
Are you considering a trip to Salzburg but wondering if this Austrian city lives up to its reputation as the birthplace of Mozart and filming location of The Sound of Music? With its fairy-tale baroque architecture nestled beneath Alpine peaks and rich musical heritage, Salzburg promises an enchanting European experience, but is Salzburg worth visiting?…
Planning a trip to Austria but can’t decide between Vienna’s imperial grandeur and Salzburg’s fairy-tale charm? Trust me, I’ve been there. The struggle is real when you’re juggling time constraints, a limited budget, and that nagging fear of missing out on THE Austrian experience. Should you choose Vienna’s world-class museums and incredible palaces, or Salzburg’s…
Planning your Austrian adventure and wondering about the best way to get from Vienna to Salzburg? Should you take the train, rent a car, or consider one of the other transportation options? With only 156 miles between these two iconic cities, there’s a surprising number of options available that vary significantly in cost, travel times,…
I’m a massive fan of tourist passes, so when I visited Salzburg, I wondered, “Is the Salzburg Card worth it?” The answer is yes. It is one of the best tourist passes I’ve ever used! Having used it during my visit to Austria, for major attractions like Hohensalzburg Fortress and Hellbrunn Palace while navigating the city…
Planning a trip to Salzburg and wondering whether that massive fortress looming over the city is worth your precious vacation time? The Hohensalzburg Fortress, perched dramatically 1,778 feet above the city, looks impressive from afar, but standing in that lookout tower, gazing across the baroque Old Town to the north and the majestic Alps stretching…
Curious about Hellbrunn Palace’s famous “trick fountains” and that iconic Sound of Music gazebo when there’s so much to do in Salzburg? Having experienced the delightful chaos of Hellbrunn Wasserspiele (aka Water Games) firsthand with my mother—watching children squeal with joy as water shot up through stone seats while adults scrambled to stay dry—I can…
