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DomQuartier Salzburg: A Baroque Masterpiece

Explore 1,300 years of art, music, and architecture in Salzburg's baroque heart, the former center of Prince-Archbishops' power.

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The DomQuartier Salzburg is a museum complex in the heart of Salzburg, Austria, encompassing the city's most important historical buildings: the Residenz palace, the Salzburg Cathedral, and St. Peter's Abbey. This unique museum tour allows visitors to experience 1,300 years of Salzburg's history, art, music, and architecture within the baroque heart of the city.

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Local tips

  • Allow at least 1.5 to 2 hours for a comprehensive tour of the DomQuartier.
  • Visit on a weekday to avoid the busiest times.
  • The Salzburg Card includes admission to the DomQuartier.
  • Wear comfortable shoes, as you'll be walking on uneven stone floors and stairs.
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Getting There

  • Walking

    The DomQuartier is located in the heart of Salzburg's Old Town and is easily accessible on foot from most central locations. From Residenzplatz, the main entrance is located at Residenzplatz 1, in the passageway to the inner courtyard of the Alte Residenz. Follow signs for DomQuartier.

  • Public Transport

    From Salzburg's main train station (Salzburg Hbf), take bus lines 1, 3, 5, 6, or 25 to the Rathaus stop. From there, it is a short walk to Residenzplatz and the DomQuartier entrance. A single bus ticket costs between €1 and €2.

  • Parking

    The closest parking option is the Altstadtgarage. From the garage, it is a short walk to the DomQuartier through the Old Town. Parking rates at Altstadtgarage vary, but you should expect to pay around €3.50 per hour.

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The DomQuartier Salzburg offers a unique journey through the Baroque heart of Salzburg, connecting the Residenz palace, Salzburg Cathedral, and St. Peter's Abbey. For centuries, these buildings were the center of power for the Prince-Archbishops, who transformed Salzburg into a Baroque masterpiece. The tour begins in the Residenz, the former palace of the Prince-Archbishops, showcasing lavish state rooms that reflect over 200 years of art and style, from the Renaissance to Classicism. The Residenz Gallery displays European paintings from the 16th to 19th centuries. Crossing the Cathedral Archway Terrace provides panoramic views of Salzburg's Old Town. The tour continues into the Salzburg Cathedral, a monumental early Baroque building. The Cathedral Museum displays treasures from 1,300 years of church history, including the Rupertus Cross, one of Austria's oldest Christian artworks. The DomQuartier also includes St. Peter's Abbey, the oldest monastery in the German-speaking world. Its museum displays art treasures from the abbey's collection. The DomQuartier is significant in music history; W.A. Mozart performed here as court musician. The DomQuartier presents a unique interplay of power, art, and architecture, allowing visitors to walk through the city's cultural heart and experience its rich heritage.

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