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Mozart Residence (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is Mozart Residence?

68%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 68% Kids-Friendly: School-age children enter on a family ticket, can join themed youth tours and watch short Mozart films, yet fragile objects, little hands-on content, and strict quiet rules may bore them soon.

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Positives:

  • Free entry for toddlers: Children under 6 enter free, so the 3-year-old won’t add to your cost.
  • Stroller-friendly access: Barrier-free entrance via Theatergasse makes bringing a stroller easy.

Challenges:

  • Narrow rooms: Some original rooms are compact. A large stroller may be tight—consider a baby carrier.
  • Limited seating: Few benches in the exhibit. Plan breaks ahead if young kids need rest.
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What is Mozart Residence?

  • An 18th-century Baroque townhouse that served as Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s family residence from 1773 to 1780
  • A museum preserving original manuscripts, family correspondence and period furnishings in eight restored rooms
  • A historic landmark restored after wartime damage, showcasing a preserved Baroque façade and reconstructed interiors

What is so special about Mozart Residence for with kids?

  1. Explore eight restored rooms with original Mozart furniture.
  2. Visit the fairytale-like Magic Flute House in the garden.
  3. Enjoy free entry for a 3-year-old and reduced rates for older kids.
  4. Let kids listen to music and watch films in the audio-visual collection.
  5. Join a fun guided tour made just for children.

Recommended visit duration: 1–2 hours

Why 1–2 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time to see the rooms, visit the Magic Flute House and enjoy the audio‐visual collection without rushing.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in Mozart Residence

Self-guided apartment tour:

Walk through Mozart’s restored living rooms and see original furniture, desks and family portraits.

Tip: Pick up the free museum leaflet or download the audio guide before you start.

Magic Flute House visit:

Explore the wooden cottage in the garden where Mozart composed The Magic Flute.

Tip: Let children play composer and take family photos by the little house.

Audio-Visual Collection:

Listen to Mozart’s music and watch short films in the dedicated media room.

Tip: Choose the kid-friendly playlists and bring a quiet pair of headphones.

Family-friendly guided tour:

Join a special tour designed for children aged 6–14 with interactive stories.

Tip: Book the tour online in advance and arrive 10 minutes early to collect the child’s activity sheet.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Mozart Residence

  1. Buy tickets online: Reserve the family ticket on the museum website to skip the ticket line.
  2. Combine with Mozart’s Birthplace: Upgrade to a combined ticket for a small extra fee to visit both homes.
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Reviews of Mozart Residence

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Seimen Burum

Seimen Burum

Oct 2025

The Mozart family lived here from 1773 to 1787 but W A Mozart left the place in 1781 to live with his wife Constanze in rented apartments in Vienna. I missed an impression of the original decorations of the 18th century but that may be due to the fact that the house was largely destroyed by a bomb in 1944. It was later meticulously reconstructed true to the original plans. There were some inter...

Hari Narayanan

Hari Narayanan

Oct 2025

Unless you view Mozart with Utmost devotion, this place is entirely skippable.. Almost half the artifacts displayed has no relevance to Mozart.. For most, this mueseum for a 15 Euro it will appear a rip-off. Save this money and attent a Mozart Concert in town or in Vienna instead

Cheryll Dela Cruz

Cheryll Dela Cruz

Sep 2025

We been there last May and the place is just normal. Its an old building and you can see a small sign with Mozart woonhaus on it with austrian flag. Its a museum but we didnt go inside for the tour. Its easily accessible to public transportation in Austria and its also nearby like 5 min walking to the Mirabelle palace garden

S W

S W

Sep 2025

I was curious about "the" music genius. It's worth buying a city pass that works for 24 hours - clock starts after entering the first place. We found the city pass very convenient and saved money for all the places we planned to go in the city, just walk to the door and show them the tickets on my phone. This place was not very exciting, but it fulfilled my curiosity. It didn't take us too much ti...

Aurora Roberti Pagni

Aurora Roberti Pagni

Sep 2025

Nothing too interesting if you aren’t really a music fan… had I known this I would’ve skipped this to save some money and I’d have gone straight to the birth house, which was very interesting indeed. Enjoyed the free app with the guided tour.

When is the best time to visit Mozart Residence (Salzburg, Austria)?

In summer, visit at opening time to avoid heat and crowds. In winter, afternoons are quieter and the warm interiors feel extra cozy.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Museum admission (family ticket)EUR 30
Family guided tour for kidsEUR 20
Total EstimatedEUR 50

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Address: Makartplatz 8, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

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About Mozart Residence

Opening Hours

Monday:9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Tuesday:9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Wednesday:12:00 – 5:30 PM
Thursday:9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Friday:11:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Saturday:9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Sunday:9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

Official Website

Phone Number

+43 662 87422740

Average price

US$ 20.62
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Average price

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