Top Activities on the Ground in Salzburg

Explore the historic city of Salzburg on a 2-hour walking tour. Led by an expert guide, learn the stories behind the city's architectural gems and famous residents, such as the Von Trapp family and Mozart. Pass St Peter’s Monastery, Mozart House and the Mirabell Gardens, when scenes from ‘The Sound of Music’ were filmed. You’ll also have the chance to explore the Baroque Old Town, dotted with stunning cathedrals and churches.

Make romantic memories in beautiful Salzburg during this dinner experience at Salzburg Fortress with Mozart concert. Take your seat with your significant other inside the 900-year-old Salzburg Fortress (Festung Hohensalzburg). Savor a delicious dinner of traditional Austrian dishes in the fortress’ spectacular surroundings. Afterward, enjoy a recital of some of Mozart’s most famous pieces courtesy of The Mozart Chamber Orchestra of Salzburg. Upgrade to a VIP experience and enjoy a special dinner menu.

Roll up your sleeves for an Austrian cooking class in Salzburg, and create two of the country’s beloved desserts: apple strudel and the signature soufflé of Salzburger Nockerl. Under the guidance of a chef, you’ll stretch pastry and mix ingredients as you learn about the food and chat with the rest of the group. As a bonus, a hearty bowl of goulash soup is served before you eat your creations. Numbers are limited to just five people for a small-group cooking experience.

Enjoy dinner in one of Europe’s oldest restaurant’s— St. Peter Stiftskulinarium. This picturesque setting is convenient to find, in the heart of Salzburg Old Town. The dishes are inspired by historical recipes from the 1700s, so you’ll try things that you wouldn’t usually make at home.  While you’re enjoying a three-course meal, you’ll be entertained by live classical concert performances.

Explore old Salzburg on foot on this small-group introductory tour with an historian guide. Stroll the medieval Getreidegasse, admire baroque squares, and see highlights including St. Peter’s Abbey and the Festival Halls. Pass Mozart’s birthplace as you hear about the composer’s childhood here, and learn about the von Trapp family, whose World War II story was immortalized in ‘The Sound of Music.’ Choose a tour that departs in the morning or afternoon to suit you.

Experience the baroque city of Salzburg at its most romantic with an evening of sightseeing, cuisine, and live music. Cruise the Salzach River through Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, dine by candlelight at the Salzburg Fortress’ Panorama Restaurant, then see Mozart’s most beloved works performed inside the historic castle. This Salzburg experience includes the option to upgrade for a VIP experience featuring a special menu, Champagne, and a souvenir program.

Relive your favorite scenes from the classic musical "The Sound of Music" on this Salzburg sightseeing tour. Visit filming sites around the city while your guide provides historical background on Salzburg’s top attractions and architectural jewels, including the gazebo where "Sixteen Going on Seventeen" was shot.

See the best of Salzburg with this combo, combining two top-selling tours at a discounted price. Begin your sightseeing with a 2-hour historical walking tour of the city’s Old Town. Then take the Original Sound of Music Tour in the afternoon and relive your favorite scenes from the classic film, shot around Salzburg. See top attractions including the Mirabell Gardens, the Salzburg Cathedral and more as you explore this vibrant Austrian city with an expert guide.

Discover the magic of the alpine region of Salzkammergut on this half-day coach tour of Hallstatt from Salzburg. A guide fills you in on the region’s history on the ride to Hallstatt, stopping for views the spectacular mountain ranges. At Hallstatt, you have ample free time to take a walk along a lake in a historic village, see the Muhlbach Waterfall, visit the museums and the famous "Bone House," and more. You can also opt to take a cable car ride to the Hallstatt World Heritage Skywalk.

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Journey through the stunning scenery of the Bavarian Alps on this half-day tour of the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler’s former mountain retreat, from Salzburg. Led by an expert guide, pass Hellbrunn Castle and the Konigsee River Valley as you travel to Obersalzburg. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, soak up incredible views from the top of the mountain. Your tour will conclude with transportation back across the border to Salzburg.

UNESCO–listed Salzburg is famous for its classical music heritage, and for live performance there are few locations to match the Marble Hall in 17th-century Mirabell Palace. With this ticket, take your seat in the Marble Hall and enjoy a recital in the classic tradition of Mozart. Marvel at the skill of the soloists and ensembles on stage, and admire the beautiful baroque architecture for which Mirabell Palace is known.

The first time that Easy Company part of the 101st. Airborne division reached the hills of Obersalzberg most of the buildings in that area where destroyed. If you visit this area today you will see that a lot has changed, the forest has taken over and a big parking place leads people straight up the mountain. This tour is here to provide you with far reaching insight of the historical locations hidden in the forest, see the ruins of Hitler's house and other WWII sights that will bring history to life. Then hike up from there to the Eagle's Nest and you will following the steps of the first American soldiers that got there by foot in May 1945. Even though the Eagle's Nest is one of the most visited places in Germany our tour will take us thru a more richer and less traveled path. The tour is a mix world history, exercise and incredible landscapes. I take pride in offering the best possible experience to deliver professional and safe guidance in the mountains with a relaxed atmosphere.

After private transport picks you up from Salzburg, head to Strubklamm Gorge for a day of canyoning adventures.  After a thorough briefing, you’ll jump, hike, swim, and climb through isolated areas that can only be visited with a qualified guide.  Snack on local chocolate and drinks halfway through the day. Don’t fuss over equipment rental as everything is provided, including climbing gear and a semi-dry suit.

Combine fun, adventure and history in one tour. Take your whole family or friends on an easy bike ride with a professional guide to discover some historical sites in the city center and then explore even more of the surrounding areas of Salzburg. Visit the Residenz Platz, the Salzburg Dom or stop in the Mirabell Garden. Take a ride along the river Salzach all the way to Palace Hellbrunn and Palace Leopoldskron. On the way stop at the palaces for some photos and stories, take a rest and then continue to Nonnberg Abbey. Enjoy the small side roads with beautiful houses, gardens and views of the Alps.

Looking for a fun way to stay fit while you travel and explore new places. Why not combine the two. Come join us on a sight-run around Salzburg's old town. We will take you on a 6km run through its history, scenic sidestreets and picturesque views with the stunning Alps as a backdrop. Runaway with me!

This walk will show you Salzburg from a different perspective, away from the crowds, in the nature, whilst never leaving the city. Visit sights that are only reachable on foot. The combination of Culture, History and breathtaking views makes you "feel" the city like a true local.

In Mozart's footsteps through Salzburg Although Mozart is famous to this day and no child can grow up in Austria without hearing his name, most of them will raise question marks when asked about his full name or his origin. For the real Mozart fans, this rally holds even more difficult riddles about Mozart's life and works. There are many rumors and legends surrounding his death and funeral that made Mozart immortal. Duration: 1 hour, length: 2.9 km

Join this tour for a full day Sound of Music Tour. Starting with a private walking tour through the old town of Salzburg you will learn a lot about the history of Salzburg. You will also see all the filming locations which are located in the pedestrian area and can not be seen on any other Sound of Music Tour. At lunchtime, you will join a cooking class and prepare your own apple strudel. While the strudel is baking you will be served goulash soup as lunch and then enjoy your apple strudel as dessert. After lunch, you enter one of our minivans to continue the private Sound of Music Tour. We will show you the back of the movie version of the Von Trapp Villa and bring you to the 16-going-on-17 gazebo. Afterwards, we will drive on a small countryside backroad and show you the real Austria, away from mass tourism. The final stop of this tour is the picturesque town of Mondsee where we will visit the wedding church before we head back to Salzburg.

The classic for all canyoning fans! The Strubklamm is one of the largest and longest canyons in Austria. With 17 jumps and long swimming passages you can put yourself to the test. What is special about this gorge is its sometimes extreme narrowness - in some passages with a width of 1 m, only sparse light penetrates to us through the almost 200 m high rock walls, while in other places the sun is reflected in the crystal clear water.

Why a City Quest? First of all, you are flexible. You can start the quest anytime, any day in case the weather or your plans should change. You don't have to stick to a tour start, but leave when it suits you. Second, you can do it at your own pace. With the quest you determine your day. Do you want to set a time record or take your time to visit museums, churches, etc., that's up to you. It is also possible to have lunch breaks, go shopping or just let the city work its magic. After pressing the start button you have 12 hours to complete the quest. We love the flexibility of a quest and we are sure you will too. You don't have to pick up or bring anything back. Our motto: Book and start immediately!

Visit the Werfen Ice Cave, the world’s largest ice cave, and Golling waterfall, on this private 6-hour tour from Salzburg. Ride a cable car and walk on Hochkogel Mountain to reach the vast cave system. Then, descend to see the frozen waterfalls and giant ice sculptures. Finish your trip with a visit to the Golling waterfall, one of Austria’s most scenic. Price is per vehicle, with private transport and Salzburg hotel pickup and drop-off included.

The Werfen Ice Caves (Eisriesenwelt) are a natural wonder but getting there on public transport can be fiddly. Pair this magical underground labyrinth with the 246-foot (75-meter) Golling Waterfall on this door-to-door private tour from Salzburg. Your package includes a minivan with space for up to eight travelers and your own personal driver/guide but excludes entrance fees.

Adventurous travelers will love getting out of Salzburg city for the day and exploring the beautiful gorges of the region. You don’t need to have any experience canyoning as your guides will show you what to do. Jump, abseil, slide, and swim through the canyons, admiring the natural rock and river formations along the way. A fun activity to enjoy with friends or your family.