Who said that city breaks are only for couples, solo travelers or groups? Some cities – and Salzburg is certainly one of them – are perfect for a vacation with children. Numerous attractions that will amaze children, excursion destinations for both young and old, and fantastic events make the City of Mozart a versatile holiday spot. Let us also introduce you to the best playgrounds in Salzburg.

What do children want to see when they are on a city vacation? There is usually not much interest in old castles and palaces, but if there is a nice big playground nearby, parents can take their time sightseeing and taking pictures. This is the case at Hellbrunn Palace, whose park has an 8,000 m² play area. Incidentally, the large Salzburg Zoo is located next door. Well, if that’s not a nice coincidence…

Not far from the hotel if you want to visit the Haus der Natur with your family. In Salzburg’s most popular museum, children are not only allowed to see with their eyes – many interactive games about nature, technology and the underwater world await them here.

Hohensalzburg Fortress offers an exciting children’s holiday program in summer. And thanks to the special children’s audio guide, guided tours are anything but boring.

If the weather doesn’t play along, there is also the largest toy collection in Austria: little tinkerers and adventurers can puzzle their way through the adventure worlds of the Toy Museum. Whether scientific, historical or technical: discover many other museums for children in and around Salzburg.

When traveling with children, trips into nature are always a good idea on a city trip. For example to the Krimml waterfalls. In addition to the impressive waterfalls, there is also an underwater adventure world, exhibitions for children and an aquapark. In short: welcome to the Krimml Water Worlds.

What would a visit to Salzburg be without getting to know the origins of the city? Two salt mines in the surrounding area promise family fun galore: at the Salzwelten Hallein, you can travel right into the heart of the mountain, while a magical salt room and a salt cathedral await at the Berchtesgaden salt mine.

The children’s opera is certainly one of the highlights on Salzburg’s event calendar, but it’s not the only event for kids. Be sure to check out the events and activities for the upcoming months and start planning your family holiday in Salzburg from home.

In addition to an active program, comfort and a good night’s sleep are, of course, also important for a city break with the family. After all, everyone should be well-rested and refreshed to explore the city. That’s why at Hotel Amadeus, we offer apartments ranging from 40 m² to 60 m², with space for four to six people. Each apartment is equipped with separate bedrooms, allowing both parents and children to enjoy their privacy.

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