Mozartplatz Square Tours and Activities

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, composer of such world-famous pieces of music as “The Magic Flute”, “Requiem” and “Cosi fan tutte”, was born in Salzburg in 1756. He is the city's most famous ever citizen, and is ably commemorated here at Mozart Square. The statue here was carved by the German sculptor Ludwig Schwanthaler, and unveiled in 1842, half a century after the death of Mozart.This is one of the most-visited places in Salzburg, and the square contains a number of places of interest. Mozartplatz 8 is where the composer lived for many years – there is a plaque on the wall here dedicated to his wife Constanze von Nissen. Antretter House is at number 4, and is currently the home of the Salzburg University Institute of Music – the Antretters were very good friends of Mozart.The picturesque square is also host to a delightful Glockenspiel, a decorative musical clock. This is framed by Mönchsberg Mountain in the background – this is a view which has been captured many times by photographers, and with good reason. Sit back and relax at one of the many cultured cafes which line the square. Take your coffee on the terrace and enjoy the sights of the many acrobats, musicians, and artists of different types who display their talents here.Salzburg Museum is also on Mozart Square, in the New Residence building. Enjoy the Gottfried Salzmann Hall exhibition, showing work from this eminent Austrian artist. The World of Children exhibit is an excellent way to encourage an interest in art from a young age and it is much loved by its many young patrons. The museum is open from Tuesday to Sunday.For a glimpse of some very well-preserved reminders of Salzburg's medieval past, spend some time exploring the lanes which run off Mozart Square. One example of this is Pfeifergasse. This was home to many of the most creative people in the city in times gone by, for example, the artist Sebastian Stief made Pfeifergasse 4 his home in 1839.Mozart Square is in the Salzburg Old Town. It is easily reached by bus from the central train station in the city. The area is mostly pedestrianised, making it a very pleasurable place to amble around and enjoy the architecture and design. The square is also just a five-minute walk away from other visitor favourites Getreidesgasse and Residenz.