Mozart's house in the city of Salzburg © Tourismus Salzburg

Mozart's Birthplace & Residence in Salzburg

Experience Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart

On the tracks of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart in the city of Salzburg

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg in 1756. The house where he was born in Salzburg's Getreidegasse and the house where he later lived on Makartplatz are important places in the city of Mozart today that commemorate the life and work of this musical genius.

But Mozart's influence on Salzburg goes far beyond these two places. The airport and University of Music and Art are named after him, in the souvenir shops, all kinds of knick-knacks smile with the face of the city’s famous son next to the famous Mozartkugeln.

our tip

When it comes to the Mozartkugeln, people say: that only those in silver paper from Konditorei Fürst are the real, original Mozartkugeln that have been made individually by hand to this day.

Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg

A visit to the world-famous Getreidegasse in Salzburg leads directly to Mozart's birthplace, the highlight of any visit to Salzburg. In the historic Hagenauer Haus, Getreidegasse 9, visitors can experience the original living quarters of the Mozart family. The Mozart Museum presents unique memorabilia from Mozart's life, including his childhood violin and the clavichord on which he composed. Mozart's birthplace in Salzburg offers a fascinating insight into the early years of the musical genius.

Mozart's residence in Salzburg

Just a few minutes' walk away, on Makartplatz, stands the so-called Tanzmeisterhaus, later known as Mozart's Residence. The Mozart family lived here from 1773 to 1787. The museum offers deeper insight into the composer's later years.
Highlights at Mozart's Residence include:

Mozart's fortepiano
Letters and everyday objects
Multimedia presentation of the family's history

Whether it's Mozart's Birthplace or his Residence, both stops are part of a memorable cultural excursion in Salzburg.

Mozart concerts in Salzburg

Musical Mozart-Highlights

Fans of classical music will find treats for the ears in the Mozart city of Salzburg all year round, but the Mozart Week around the composer's birthday (27 January) is particularly popular. As part of the week-long festival, you can enjoy top-class orchestral, chamber and soloist concerts with outstanding Mozart performers.

Other classical music concerts focusing on Mozart include the Mozart concert series in the Residenz Palace, the Mirabell Palace Concerts and the Mozart Dinner Concert in Stiftskeller St. Peter.

Your holiday in the Mozart city of Salzburg

Let yourself be enchanted by the unique flair of the city of Mozart and follow in the footsteps of the child prodigy Wolfgang Amadeus! The team at Hotel Scherer will be happy to provide you with further information about your visit to Salzburg at any time.

The family-run hotel with its central location near the Mirabell Gardens is ideally located for Mozart fans and those who aspire to become one. To reserve your holiday in the 4-star hotel in Salzburg, send us your non-binding request today!

Frequently asked questions

Where was Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart born?

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in Salzburg in 1756. His birthplace is located on Getreidegasse and is now a museum.

What can you see in Mozart’s birthplace?

Mozart’s birthplace displays the original living quarters as well as personal items such as Mozart’s childhood violin and his clavichord. The museum offers insights into his childhood and early years.

Where is Mozart’s residence?

Mozart’s residence is situated on Makartplatz in Salzburg. The Mozart family lived here from 1773 to 1787.

What is the difference between the birthplace and the residence?

The birthplace showcases Mozart’s early years and childhood, whilst the residence offers insights into his later life and development as a composer.

Are there still Mozart concerts in Salzburg today?

Yes, concerts featuring Mozart’s works take place in Salzburg all year round. A particular highlight is Mozart Week, which takes place around his birthday in January.