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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Kapitelplatz 6, Domplatz, Salzburg, AT A-5010
The archbishop's art collection from the 17th century is the cornerstone of this museum, which is a part of the cathedral. On display are exhibits of religious art, icons, and objects dating back to the Middle Ages.
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Museumsplatz 5, Salzburg, AT 5020
Giant crystals and live exhibits bring natural history to life. The Haus de Natur showcases everything from dinosaurs to sea life, all under one roof.
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Museumsplatz 1, Salzburg, AT A-5020
There's an exceptional collection on the city's cultural background here. On display are artifacts dating back to the 15th century. Art objects are exhibited in the gallery, which is housed in a 300-year old building, including the Dürnberg beaked pitcher and a Gothic painting. BUS: 1,49 or 95
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Residenzplatz 1, Salzburg, AT A-5010
This museum opened in the early 1920s and is located inside the Residenz. Exhibiting 16th through 20th century art, it showcases works from Austrian, Dutch, and Italian artists.
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Wiener Philharmonikergasse 9, Salzburg, AT A-5020
Contemporary and modern in feel, the Rupertinum houses works by such artists as Kokoschka and Klimt. Also featured are traveling exhibits and photographic art. The museum is best known for its collection of 20th century art.
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Mirabellgarten 3, Salzburg, AT A-5020
Located in the Mirabell Gardens, this museum displays European art, and exhibits works from the 17th and 18th centuries, including artists such as Straub and Bernini. BUS: 2,5 or 55
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Bürgerspitalgasse 2, Salzburg, AT A-5020
Forget the marbles and remote control cars, this museum is a dream come true! Toys, toys, toys and more toys, dating from the 15th century to present day, are on display. See Old World merry-go-rounds, Legos, and vintage railroad trains. The museum stocks it all, and each exhibit will make you wish you were a kid again. Admission price also gets...
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Nonnberggasse 2, Salzburg A-5020
Founded around 700 AD, this convent contains numerous examples of fine Christian art. Particularly noteworthy is the statue of John the Baptist, the prophet whose ministry set the stage for that of the Messiah, Jesus of Nazareth, in the first century AD. There's also a series of exceptional paintings depicting the crucifixion and resurrection of...
Category: Museums - Salzburg Attractions & Activities
Address: Monatsschlösschen Hellbrunn, Salzburg, AT
Regional and traditional folk dress and customs are on display here. Three levels showcase Salzburg's religious, ethnic, and cultural heritage. BUS: 55
