Amongst Salzburg's four main screens, Das Kino is arguably the most atypical when it comes to its program. Whilst the other three cinemas churn out for the most part the same old Hollywood blockbusters, Das Kino busies itself with selecting films of interest from the world over, often shown in the original language. The only compromises made to modernity have been technical consolidation and the renovation and enlargement of its rather diminutive rooms a few years ago. To its credit, this cinema still dedicates its program to the wants of tireless film buffs. Hopefully it will maintain this position for years to come.
Kleider Bauer is a luxury boutique in Salzburg, which should be go-to for anyone who's looking to upgrade their wardrobe. The store has classy and versatile collections for men, women and kids, and and consists of trademark pieces such as the white blouse, wool coats, suits, weekend-wear and more, across some of the best known brands from across the world.
The well known Austrian label for costume design, Stassny, offers an extensive collection of children and adult fashion in the old town of Salzburg. Opposite the branch for adults, you can find sweet and nice models, which are not kitschy but very fashionable and beautiful. The individual outfits are beautifully crafted and therefore rather pricey. The costumes are mainly made of natural materials such as cotton and wool. A rich selection of child-orientated accessories complete the offer.
Toys are not just children's playthings, they can also cater to human beings' basic needs. The Toy Museum caters to these needs with a broad collection of dolls, teddies, puppets, wooden and pewter toys and a fine display of arts and crafts. This part of the museum is situated in St. Blaise Civic Hospital, built between 1556-1562 in the Mönchsberg. A visit here is great for both children and adults.
The Salzburg Marionette theater has been in existence for nearly a century. Established in 1913, the Marionette theater acts as a small opera house for great operas. Die Fledermaus by Johann Strauss is in the repertoire as are operas by Rossini and ballet by Offenbach. About 160 performances a year take place in the Baroque-style theater. But, the puppets on strings are not just stars in Salzburg, they perform all over the world from Paris to Tokyo.
It takes at least half a day to visit this museum in the center of Salzburg. On rainy days it gets very crowded, which can be a problem as the corridors are really narrow and some lead directly through the exhibition rooms. More than 80 rooms display exhibits including a reptile collection, an aquarium and an outer-space show. Some of the objects seem a bit old-fashioned in times of multimedia. But this place is really worth a visit, especially with children. If feeling exhausted after your visit you can grab a snack in the café on top.
The House of Literature is an events venue, home to a number of poetry groups, a meeting point for fans of literature and the scene of readings with internationally reputed authors. One of the biggest institutions for literature in Austria, it offers a diverse range of services. This wonderful old building was adapted some years ago for people interested in literary events, exhibitions or using the library and media library. A small café serving refreshments opens during events.
Located right next to the Salzburg Airport, Hangar-7 is by no means an ordinary hangar. In fact, this private hangar owned by Dietrich Mateschitz, founder of the energy drink company 'Red Bull', is one of Salzburg's prime attractions. Avant garde technology, passion for flying, appreciation of art, and culinary refinement come together in this fancy steel and glass structure. Besides hosting Mateschitz's private aircraft collection comprising an impressive assembly of vintage and contemporary aircrafts, Hangar-7 also houses some Red Bull Formula-1 racing cars. Two elegant bars, the Mayday and the Threesixty, the Carpe Diem Lounge and the unique fine dining restaurant, Ikarus, constitute the gastronomic space. Hangar-7 also hosts art exhibitions and is an exclusive venue for select events. It is easily accessible from the city center by bus and if you have a couple of hours of waiting time at the airport, just walk over and have a look around. Entry is free.
The famous trick fountains embellish the already serene grounds of Hellbrunn Palace with its elegance and grace. Flanked by stunning grottoes and vivid floating sculptures; and augmented with sudden spouts of water gently trickling down from the well-pruned shrubs that surround it, the Wasserspiele is a fine example of baroque extravagance. This magical fusion of water and eye-catching lights is as popular with the adults as it with the little ones.
Situated just to the south of Schlosspark Hellbrunn, Hellbrunn Zoo contains a variety of animals from all over the world. The main attraction are the wild vultures which are free to fly around but continually return to the zoo to be fed. Another highlight is the cheetahs' feeding time, whereby the cheetahs have to catch a piece of meat being propelled along the ground at a speed of 56.32 kilometers per hour (35 miles per hour). On certain occasions the zoo is open after dawn to allow visitors to observe the nocturnal animals.