Salzburg is one of Austria's most stunning federal states, renowned as the birthplace of Mozart and home to the UNESCO-listed historic city of Salzburg. The state encompasses alpine landscapes, glacial lakes, and some of the best ski resorts in the Alps.
Bars & pubs
Where locals drink.
Augustiner Bräustübl
Salzburg's legendary beer hall in a former monastery. Though it closes around 23:00, the cavernous halls and chestnut garden create an unbeatable evening atmosphere. The 1L stone tankards of Märzen beer are a once-in-a-lifetime experience.
Augustinergasse 4-6, 5020 Salzburg
Rockhouse Salzburg
Salzburg's premier live music venue hosting rock, indie, electronic, and world music acts. Two floors with a main stage and bar areas. Attracts both international touring acts and local artists. The go-to venue for live music in the city.
Schallmooser Hauptstrasse 46, 5020 Salzburg
Jazzit Salzburg
Salzburg's dedicated jazz club presenting live jazz, blues, and soul performances most evenings. Intimate setting with good acoustics. Popular with a sophisticated local crowd and visiting music lovers.
Elisabethstrasse 11, 5020 Salzburg
Oval: The Club (Europark)
Salzburg's largest nightclub located inside the Europark shopping center complex. Features multiple rooms with electronic, R&B, and commercial dance music. Popular with a young local crowd on weekends.
Europark Shopping Center, Südbahnstrasse 40, 5020 Salzburg
Die Weisse Brauerei Bar
The bar area of Salzburg's famous wheat beer brewery. Excellent house-brewed beers and a lively local crowd. A sociable, unpretentious evening option that stays open until midnight.
Rupertgasse 10, 5020 Salzburg
Imlauer Sky Bar
A stylish rooftop bar on the 7th floor of the Imlauer Hotel offering 360-degree panoramic views. Cocktails, wines, and light bites in a sophisticated setting. Best at sunset with views over the fortress and Alps.
Rainerstrasse 6-8, 5020 Salzburg
Pepe Cocktails & Mexican
A vibrant bar and Mexican restaurant in the Steingasse nightlife alley. Great cocktails—especially margaritas—and a lively atmosphere that gets busy from 22:00 onward.
Steingasse 3, 5020 Salzburg
220 Grad (Evening)
Salzburg's hipster café becomes a popular early-evening hangout with craft beers and cocktails. Closes earlier than bars but great for 17:00–20:00 post-sightseeing drinks.
Chiemseegasse 5, 5020 Salzburg
Café Bazar Terrace
The riverside terrace of historic Café Bazar is one of the best spots for early-evening drinks with fortress views. Sophisticated without being stuffy.
Schwarzstrasse 3, 5020 Salzburg
Hotel Stein Rooftop Bar
The famous rooftop terrace bar of Hotel Stein with perhaps the best view in Salzburg—looking across the Salzach to the Old Town, fortress, and mountains. Open to non-guests. Book ahead for good seats at sunset.
Giselakai 3-5, 5020 Salzburg
Nightlife tips
Stay safe and have fun.
Most venues warm up after midnight — earlier arrivals get easier entry and shorter queues.
Carry ID, even if you look older — bouncers check at most venues.
Plan your ride home before you go out — last transport runs earlier than the clubs close.