Stroll charming Getreidegasse shopping street
Salzburg Altstadt, Austria • 
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Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
13°C – 23°C, warm temperatures with occasional rain showers; suitable for sightseeing, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 23°C, warm temperatures with occasional rain showers; suitable for sightseeing, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Value for money
Medium
Prices are higher, but experience is generally positive.
Prices are higher, but experience is generally positive.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Romantic Stroll
Couples found the ambiance perfect for a romantic walk, enjoying the shops and cafes.
Charming Street
Visitors loved the historic architecture and unique guild signs. A must-see for couples!
Excellent Shopping
Couples enjoyed the variety of shops, finding unique gifts and browsing local crafts.
Overcrowded Streets
Couples noted it was very crowded during peak season, making it hard to enjoy.
Tourist Traps
Some felt many shops catered too much to tourists, with inflated prices.
Expensive Coffee
Couples found that the cafes, while charming, were a bit overpriced for coffee and treats.
Hours of operation
Monday
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Tuesday
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Wednesday
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Thursday
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Friday
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Saturday
09:30 AM - 06:00 PM
Sunday
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Take a stroll across Getreidegasse.
Embark on a walking tour around Getreidegasse.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
LOW
-4-4°C
February remains cold, with average temperatures around 0°C. Precipitation is slightly lower than January, with occasional snow.
February remains cold, with average temperatures around 0°C. Precipitation is slightly lower than January, with occasional snow.
Open
Some shops may still operate on reduced hours.
Some shops may still operate on reduced hours.
Not recommended
February continues to offer a quiet shopping experience with potential for winter sales. Cold weather and limited shop hours may be considerations.
February continues to offer a quiet shopping experience with potential for winter sales. Cold weather and limited shop hours may be considerations.
March
MEDIUM
0-10°C
March marks the transition to spring, with average temperatures around 5°C. Rain becomes more common as snow decreases.
March marks the transition to spring, with average temperatures around 5°C. Rain becomes more common as snow decreases.
Open
Shops resume regular hours, and new spring merchandise becomes available.
Shops resume regular hours, and new spring merchandise becomes available.
Recommended
March offers milder weather and a livelier atmosphere in Getreidegasse. It's a good time to visit before the peak tourist season.
March offers milder weather and a livelier atmosphere in Getreidegasse. It's a good time to visit before the peak tourist season.
April
MEDIUM
4-15°C
April brings warmer temperatures averaging 9°C. Rainfall increases, and the city experiences more daylight hours.
April brings warmer temperatures averaging 9°C. Rainfall increases, and the city experiences more daylight hours.
Open
All shops are fully operational, showcasing spring collections.
All shops are fully operational, showcasing spring collections.
Recommended
April provides pleasant weather and a vibrant shopping experience in Getreidegasse. It's an ideal time to visit before the summer crowds arrive.
April provides pleasant weather and a vibrant shopping experience in Getreidegasse. It's an ideal time to visit before the summer crowds arrive.
May
MEDIUM
10-20°C
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall; pleasant for outdoor activities.
Mild temperatures with moderate rainfall; pleasant for outdoor activities.
Open
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
No significant restrictions; most attractions operate normally.
Recommended
May offers comfortable weather and manageable crowds, making it an ideal time to visit Getreidegasse.
May offers comfortable weather and manageable crowds, making it an ideal time to visit Getreidegasse.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Take bus lines from Salzburg Hauptbahnhof or other stops near Altstadt to reach Getreidegasse. Bus lines 3 and others stop near Salzburg Rathaus and Ferdinand-Hanusch-Platz.
Train
Recommended
Arrive at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof, a major hub for regional and international trains, then walk approximately 1.7 kilometers (20 minutes) to Getreidegasse.
Walking
Recommended
Getreidegasse is a pedestrian zone; walking is the primary way to explore the street and its surroundings.
Bike
Cycle along the Salzach River paths to the Altstadt, where bike racks are available.
Car
Use parking garages like Altstadtgarage A and B, accessible via Neutorstraße, or other options like Mirabell Congress Garage and P+R Messe.
Taxi
Taxis are available at Salzburg Hauptbahnhof and Ferdinand-Hanusch-Platz, offering a direct route to the edge of the pedestrian zone.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
