We are pleased to present a new Solo Travel Destination Post from Rosemary, a member of the Solo Travel Society on Facebook. Rosemary lives in the UK, and submitted the following report about Salzburg. Do you have a solo travel destination that you would like to recommend? Submit your description here, along with a few photos, and share it with fellow travelers!
Solo travel rating: 1 (1 is easiest, 3 is most difficult. Please see chart below)
Languages spoken: German, English
Getreidegasse, Salzburg's most famous shopping street.
Reasons to Visit Salzburg
Salzburg is an absolutely beautiful town. Due to its compact Old Town, it is easy to navigate on foot with no need for a car or public transport (unless you want to explore the mountains outside of the town).
Salzburg is known for being the birthplace of Mozart, and a trip to Mozart's Geburtshaus is a must-see! The town squares are lovely, especially Domplatz, located just behind the cathedral. There's a large chess board, market stalls, and St Peter's Abbey is just behind it. It's a peaceful spot for a wander.
You shouldn't miss Hohensalzburg Fortress. Even if you don't go in the fortress, the views across the town are spectacular. It's only an easy ten-minute walk from the town center. Getreidegasse is a beautiful shopping street with lots of little arcades and passages to explore. For fans of The Sound of Music, you can even take a themed tour to see the film locations!
For younger travelers (and even older ones with a youthful streak) I would recommend staying at YoHo International Youth Hostel. It is reasonably priced, offers a wide selection of rooms (private and dorms, including female-only), it's in a great location, and it shows The Sound of Music every night!
Cafe Mozart serves a great hot chocolate, and the bakery on Residenzplatz has great cakes!
Mozart's Geburtshaus
Mirabell Gardens with Salzburg Fortress in the background, previously submitted as a Pic of the Week.
Solo Travel Destination Rating System
Safety – 1 (1 very safe, 2 safe in most areas, 3 be cautious at all times.)
Language – 2 (1 English is first language, 2 English speakers easy to find, 3 English speakers rare)
Navigation – 1 (1 easy to navigate by transit or car, 2 poor transit, car necessary, 3 not easy to get around)
Culture – 1 (1 Similar to North America or Western Europe, 2 Different from above but relaxed and easy, 3 Challenging)
Average Rating – 1 (1 is easiest, 3 is most difficult)
