
5 Destinations Straight Out of the Movies
Iconic movie locations you can actually visit.
There’s plenty to charm along Getreidegasse (meaning Grain Lane), starting with the traditional signs hanging from every shopfront and café on ornate black-and-gold wrought iron cornices. Whether you’re coming to the city on a day trip or planning an extended stay, you’re sure to spend a few hours wandering along this picturesque area of the old town. A particular highlight is the Christmas in Salzburg store at the eastern end of the street, a treasure trove of carefully hand-blown and hand-painted eggs hung from ribbons, perfect for Christmas or Easter decorations.
The street draws thousands of visitors a year for another reason, too: Mozart’s Geburtshaus (birthplace) at number 9. The family apartment in the ochre-yellow building has been faithfully reconstructed, with memorable items such as letters, family portraits and even Mozart’s own violin and clavichord.
Getreidegasse is in Salzburg’s old town. It’s a pedestrian-only area, accessible by foot or by bicycle, or alternatively by public bus – #21 and #22 both stop nearby.
Getreidegasse is a narrow street and often busy with locals and visitors. Most shops, cafés and restaurants are open Monday through Saturday; some places close on Sundays. Mozart’s Geburtshaus is open every day.
If you’re traveling with kids, a visit to the Spielzeug Museum is a must. From rooms containing antique toys and games like a rare toy carousel to more hands-on fun such as slides, marble tracks, kid-size cars, and a recreated old-fashioned toy shop, everyone visiting is encouraged to join in the fun.