Overview
Laid out in 1606, this Baroque palace and garden became world-famous as the location where Maria and the children sang 'Do-Re-Mi' in The Sound of Music. Geometrically arranged flower beds, fountains, Greek mythological statues, and a rose garden frame Hohensalzburg Fortress in the background — Salzburg's most photogenic spot. The palace's Marble Hall hosts regular classical concerts. Gardens free, open year-round. About 10 minutes on foot from Salzburg main station.
💰 Tickets
As of 2026, both the gardens and the palace interiors (Marble Hall, Angel Staircase) are FREE. The Marble Hall may be closed to visitors during weddings and events.
🎟️ Check ticket prices →Opening Hours
Gardens open daily from about 06:00 until dusk (around 21:00 in summer). Palace interior Mon-Sat approx. 08:00-18:00; Marble Hall Mon/Wed/Thu 08:00-16:00, Tue/Fri 13:00-16:00.
🚇 Getting there
From Salzburg Hauptbahnhof take trolleybus (Obus) 1, 2, 3, 5 or 6 to the Mirabellplatz stop (about 5 minutes), right in front of the palace. It is also a 15-minute walk down Rainerstrasse.
⏱️ How long to visit
About 1 hour is enough to see the gardens and palace interiors.
🌅 Best time to visit
Early morning is best for photos with Hohensalzburg Fortress in the background. Midday gets crowded with Sound of Music tour groups.
Travel Tips
Photographing the fortress from the garden gives you Salzburg's best shot. Summer evening concerts in the Marble Hall are also highly recommended.
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🇰🇷 Tips for Korean Travelers
Practical info for Korean travelers heading to Salzburg, Austria from Seoul (ICN).
Korean Passport · Visa
Check visa rules for Austria on the Korean MOFA travel advisory site before flying — visa-free, visa-on-arrival or e-visa rules change often. Keep at least 6 months of passport validity.
Flight from Incheon (ICN)
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Attractions near Mirabell Palace & Gardens
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Things to Do in Salzburg
Sound of Music Tour
Salzburg's most popular tour, visiting filming locations from 'The Sound of Music' by bus and on foot. Stops include Mirabell Gardens, Schloss Leopoldskron, Mondsee Church, and the Hellbrunn gazebo.
Hohensalzburg Fortress Concert
Attend a Mozart chamber concert in the Golden Hall (Goldene Stube) of Hohensalzburg Fortress. Take the funicular up and enjoy classical music with stunning night views of Salzburg from the fortress.
Untersberg Mountain Hiking
Take the cable car to 1,853m on Untersberg mountain south of Salzburg, then hike the summit trail. Enjoy 360-degree panoramas of the Alps, Salzburg, and Bavarian Germany.