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About Salzburg Festival House

Welcome to the Salzburg Festival House page—your insider source for the venues that anchor Salzburg’s world-renowned festival district. From the grand Großes Festspielhaus to the intimate Haus für Mozart, we’ve got you covered with practical details, accessibility, and trusted partner recommendations to help you secure your seats and plan a smooth visit.

Whether you’re attending opening nights, Easter Festival programs, or intimate chamber performances, these venues form the heart of Salzburg’s festival district. Here’s what you need to know about seating, parking, transit, and nearby places to stay and dine.

Venue overview
The Großes Festspielhaus, inaugurated in 1960, is the flagship festival hall with a capacity of 2,179 seats, located at Hofstallgasse 1, 5020 Salzburg. The adjacent Haus für Mozart—formerly Kleines Festspielhaus—opened in 2006 after a renovation and offers around 1,495 seats (plus up to ~85 standing). Both venues host the Salzburg Festival and related programs, contributing to Salzburg’s status as a global cultural hub.

Seating and accessibility
Seating availability and the seating plan are regularly updated on the official festival materials. If you’re selecting seats, look for the official seating chart to choose your preferred great seats and the section you want. Secure your seats with our easy booking flow and avoid last-minute stress.

Parking
Convenient parking options include Altstadtgarage (Hildmannplatz) and Rot-Kreuz-Parkplatz, each offering ample spaces near the festival quarter. Arrive early to secure parking and stroll to the venues along Salzburg’s historic streets.

Transit
The nearest bus stop is Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz, with frequent service to and from the city center. In some periods, festival tickets can function as a public transport ticket, adding further convenience to your visit.

Hotels and dining
Nearby hotels include Hotel Goldener Hirsch (Getreidegasse 37) and Hotel Sacher Salzburg, both within walking distance of the festival venues. For a complete, value-driven stay, we highlight trusted affiliate partners offering convenient booking options and nearby dining experiences to complement your night at the festival.

Notable notes
The festival district features iconic venues such as the Großes Festspielhaus and Haus für Mozart, along with other celebrated spaces like Felsenreitschule. The Großes Festspielhaus hosted its inaugural performance with Der Rosenkavalier in 1960 and remains a cornerstone of Salzburg’s cultural calendar. Haus für Mozart carries its own history, reflecting a 2006 revival and renaming from Kleines Festspielhaus.

Good to know

Seating, Parking & Venue Information

  • Großes Festspielhaus capacity: 2,179 seats.
  • Großes Festspielhaus address: Hofstallgasse 1, 5020 Salzburg.
  • Großes Festspielhaus venue type: Large Festival Hall built for the Salzburg Festival; inaugurated in 1960.
  • Großes Festspielhaus seating chart/plan available: Seating Plan & Prices 2026 on official site.
  • Parking near Großes Festspielhaus: Altstadtgarage (Hildmannplatz) and Rot-Kreuz-Parkplatz (64 spaces).
  • Transit near Großes Festspielhaus: Nearest bus stop on Herbert-von-Karajan-Platz; festival ticket can serve as public transport ticket in certain periods.
  • Nearby hotels: Hotel Goldener Hirsch (Getreidegasse 37) and Hotel Sacher Salzburg are in/near the festival quarter.
  • Notable events: Inaugurated 1960 with Der Rosenkavalier; hosts Salzburg Festival and Easter Festival venues.
  • Haus für Mozart capacity: 1,495 seats (plus 85 standing; total ~1,580).
  • Haus für Mozart address: Hofstallgasse 1, 5020 Salzburg.
  • Haus für Mozart venue type: House for Mozart, rebuilt 2003–2006 from the Kleines Festspielhaus; opened 2006.
  • Haus für Mozart seating/chart: Sitings around 1,495 seats; seating chart referenced in official festival materials.
  • Parking/transit for Haus für Mozart: Closest parking often Altstadtgarage; access via Hofstallgasse; transit via nearby bus lines.
  • Notable events: Opened in Mozart Year 2006 with Le nozze di Figaro; part of the Festival district alongside Felsenreitschule and others.
  • Note on renaming: Kleines Festspielhaus was renamed Haus für Mozart after renovation (2003–2006).
  • Nearby hotels (examples): Hotel Goldener Hirsch (Getreidegasse 37) within walking distance; Hotel Sacher Salzburg nearby.