Visit this picturesque town for mountain hikes, local wines, and more.
Fans of Mozart and The Sound of Music have long flocked to Salzburg, but even if you skip the pilgrimage to the composer’s birthplace or the movie’s setting, the Austrian city is worth a trip. Set against a meditative backdrop of the Salzach River and the Alps, it’s just a few hours away from both Vienna and Munich. The town center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and boasts charming cobblestone streets and quaint shops.
Here, what to see, eat, and do:
Where to stay:
Luxury meets whimsy at the centrally located Hotel Goldgasse. All 16 rooms feature accents like rustic wood beams, marble-floored bathrooms, and Smeg refrigerators. Visit the Gasthof Goldgasse restaurant downstairs for traditional Austrian fare.
On the other side of the Salzach is the family-run Hotel & Villa Auersperg. Built in 1900, it has a tranquil vibe, with 55 earth-toned rooms and a garden with a fountain and lounge chairs. Take a yoga class on the roof or unwind in the hotel’s sauna.
