Mozart's Birthplace is the yellow building at Getreidegasse 9 on Salzburg's most famous street, where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born on the third floor on 27 January 1756. The Mozart family lived in this Hagenauer house from 1747 to 1773, and since 1880 it has been run as a museum by the International Mozarteum Foundation, making it one of the most visited attractions in Austria. As of 2026 the permanent exhibition is fully open (closed 13-14 October for internal renovation) and follows Mozart's childhood, family life, and passion for opera across three floors in a visit of roughly one hour.
Original instruments from Mozart's estate, including his childhood violin (made by Andreas Ferdinand Mayr), his concert violin, and his viola
The clavichord on the second floor, said to be the instrument on which Mozart composed the opera The Magic Flute
Genuine portraits of Mozart and his family, including the striking unfinished portrait painted by his brother-in-law Joseph Lange in 1789
The historic third-floor living quarters where Mozart was born, alongside letters and documents about his family, friends, and patrons
Films, audio stations, interactive displays, and rotating special exhibitions that bring Mozart's music and life to life
Good to know
SeasonJuly-August and the Salzburg Festival period (late July to August) make the whole city and this museum extremely busy, with long queues. Summer hours extend to 8:30-19:00, so aim for early morning or late afternoon and book online where possible.
RulesThe Salzburg Card grants free entry, and the combination ticket with the nearby Mozart Residence (Mozart-Wohnhaus) is valid for 48 hours from validation. Confirm current prices, opening hours, and combi-ticket terms on the official website before visiting.
RulesThe birthplace is fully closed on 13-14 October 2026 for internal renovation and closes early at 1:00 p.m. on 24 December. Check the official notices for the latest schedule if your dates overlap.
CautionAround Getreidegasse and the Old Town, people in Mozart-era costume aggressively sell concert tickets. These are separate paid performances, not museum admission, so buy museum tickets only at the official counter or website.
SafetyGetreidegasse is a narrow, crowded pedestrian shopping street that attracts pickpockets. Keep bags in front of you and valuables in inner pockets.
MannersPhotography is restricted in some interior areas and quiet, respectful viewing is expected. The stairs are narrow with no elevator, so the museum is not well suited to wheelchairs or strollers.
Practical info
The museum sits in the Old Town pedestrian zone at Getreidegasse 9, about a 20-minute walk from Salzburg Central Station or a short bus ride to the Old Town. The permanent exhibition is generally open daily 9:00-17:30 (last entry 17:00), and 8:30-19:00 in July-August, but confirm current prices, hours, and closure dates on the official website before your visit.
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