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Mirabell Palace and Gardens
Best time to visit
Early morning or late afternoon in spring and summer offers the softest light for photography and fewer crowds. Fall highlights vibrant autumn hues in the garden foliage.
Budget tips
The gardens are free to enter year-round while the palace offers a discounted combined ticket with other Salzburg museums. Visit on the first Sunday of the month for free palace entry.
Recommended for
Architecture lovers, Garden and nature enthusiasts, Fans of classical music and musicals, Romantic couples
Plan your visit
1-2 hours
About
Quick facts: A dazzling backdrop for scenes in a famous musical, this palace and garden combo offers a blend of Baroque architecture and lush greenery. The gardens boast over 25 precisely sculpted marble statues that narrate myths and legends.
Highlights: Row through the garden's enchanting Pegasus fountain basin where playful cherubs spout water all around. Catch vibrant floral displays shifting with the seasons, set against intricate mosaic pathways that tell their own story.
Insider tips
- Wear comfortable shoes to explore both the lush gardens and grand palace interiors.
- Snap your best photos near the Pegasus fountain and the Dwarf Garden statues for unique angles.
- Avoid weekends to dodge the tourist rush; weekdays in the morning are more peaceful.
- Skip the palace audio guide if you're short on time and focus on the garden’s layout and sculptures.
Have you heard of free walking tours?
After traveling to 30+ countries, there's one thing I wish someone had told me from day one, and it completely changed how I experience new cities.
Free walking tours. Yes, actually free. No credit card needed. No catch.
Local guide, 2-3 hours
Major sights, hidden gems, local stories
100% tip-based
Guides earn only tips, so they give their absolute best
You tip what feels right
At the end, just tip whatever you feel is right
I've done these in dozens of cities and they've been the highlight of almost every trip. If you're visiting Salzburg, Austria, do this on your first day. You'll thank me later.
