it was a fun start in the city to do this mini Questo
Explore Salzburg.
Discover Salzburg through local stories and clues hidden in the places around you. Pick a walking adventure and explore at your own pace.
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Muy padre , mucho caminar
Great to learn about Mozart…:))
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A city walk. With a plot twist.
Don’t just visit Salzburg. Play it.
Turn a walk into an adventure with the Questo app. Follow a story, explore real places and solve puzzles along the way.
Find places worth noticing
Look closer at landmarks and corners you might otherwise walk past.
Step into a story
Uncover local stories or take on a fictional mission. You choose the adventure.
Solve it together
Follow clues, connect the dots and share that “we got it!” moment.
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Places to discover in Salzburg
Follow clues through real places and discover the stories behind them. Here’s a glimpse of Salzburg.
Mozart Residence
The Mozart Residence, officially known as Tanzmeisterhaus, stands at Makartplatz 8 in Salzburg as a testament…
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Salzburg Cathedral stands as one of Austria's most magnificent and architecturally significant religious…
Discover this placeMozart's Birthplace
Mozart's Birthplace at Getreidegasse 9 stands as one of Europe's most important musical heritage sites, the…
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The people behind the places
Your city has stories. Meet its storytellers.
Discover Salzburg through the eyes of the people creating its quests. Their curiosity becomes your next adventure.
Quests are reviewed and play-tested before they become paid experiences.
Your city. Your stories. Someone’s next adventure.
Know a corner of Salzburg worth discovering? Build a quest, earn when people play, and help turn your city into a playground.
Questo City Stories Index
Salzburg, measured on foot.
Explore its stories, places and walking data, and see how Salzburg compares with other cities.
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Where next?
Find a city nearby to play with your family and friends.
A walk with a plot twist
Look up.
Lean in.
Play along.
Find a quest. Follow clues in the app. Discover the city as you play.
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Choose your quest
Pick a city, a story and your language.
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Explore and solve
Follow the app. Find clues in the streets.
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Go at your pace
Stop for coffee. Pick up where you left off.
Name the creature.
I’m a majestic beast, swift and bold,
In fields of green, my tale unfolds.
A noble creature, with hooves that prance,
A symbol of freedom in every glance.
I can move swiftly, by day or night,
Chasing the wind, my spirit takes flight.
Though I may be pure, like snow, of course,
Can you guess what I am with my grace and force?
Before you head out
Your Salzburg questions.
What can I do in Salzburg with Questo?
How many outdoor city games are available in Salzburg?
Do I need to book an activity in Salzburg in advance?
What are some fun walking games in Salzburg?
Salzburg offers treasure-hunt style walks where you follow puzzles, clues through Mozart’s birth house, Mirabell Gardens, the fortress and old town—perfect if you like exploring on foot but with a twist.
What should families do in Salzburg with kids?
Go for one of the family quests (“The Last Song in Salzburg” is great). Kids get to solve riddles, explore gardens, climb to fortress views, and take fun breaks. It’s more engaging than just wandering.
Looking for a romantic thing to do in Salzburg—any ideas?
Yes—take a stroll through the Altstadt at dusk, follow a quest that goes past the Salzach River, Mozart’s Residence and Mirabell Gardens. Watching the fortress light up across the rooftops makes it really sweet.
How long do quests take and how do I start one?
Most quests take between 1-1.5 hours depending on pace. To start: pick your quest in the app, head to the starting point (e.g. a square or landmark), and follow the clues.
How are these quests different from normal tours?
Instead of being led, you lead: you make discoveries, solve puzzles, pause where you want. It’s more interactive, more playful, and you'll notice things a normal guide tour might skip over.
About the destination
About Salzburg
From mystery games in Residenzplatz to clue-filled adventures along the Salzach River and through Getreidegasse, each quest blends sightseeing with immersive storytelling. You will visit Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mirabell Palace, Mozart’s Birthplace, Salzburg Cathedral, and hidden gems like St. Peter’s Cemetery — all at your own pace, with no guide required.
Perfect for couples on a romantic stroll, families with kids, groups of friends, or solo travelers, Questo turns "things to do in Salzburg" into live, interactive adventures. Start anytime, pause for strudel or coffee, and experience Salzburg’s history, music, and beauty in a way you will never forget.
