Salzburg is one of Austria's most stunning federal states, renowned as the birthplace of Mozart and home to the UNESCO-listed historic city of Salzburg. The state encompasses alpine landscapes, glacial lakes, and some of the best ski resorts in the Alps.
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Salzburg is a compact, walkable city with excellent public transport. The Old Town is largely pedestrianized. Regional transport connects the city to Salzkammergut lakes, ski resorts, and neighbouring countries. The Salzburg Card includes unlimited city transit.
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Buy multi-day or weekly transit passes if you'll use public transport more than twice a day.
Keep small change handy for buses and shorter trips where contactless may not work.
Avoid rush hour (typically 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM) for a more comfortable journey.