Top Salzburg Classes & Workshops

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.

Learn how to make Austria's most popular treats, apple strudel and pretzels, in this hands-on cooking class right in the heart of Salzburg. Guided by a chef, learn the techniques to make two delicious baked goods at home and ask for practical tips. Then, enjoy your creations alongside a hearty bowl of goulash (stew), all while listening to live music from a soprano.

Create your own authentic Mozartkugeln and experience one of Salzburg's most beloved traditions. In this hands-on workshop, your host will guide you step by step as you craft 10 handmade Mozartkugeln using premium ingredients and traditional techniques. Wrap your chocolates to take home, receive the original recipe, and leave with a memorable Salzburg experience to share long after your visit. Perfect for chocolate lovers, families, couples and friends.

Most "Sound of Music" fans can picture the film’s iconic settings, but don’t know where to find them in real life. This half-day trip takes you straight to the locations, allowing you to relive your favorite scenes from the musical without advance planning. Visit film sites around Salzburg, hear the need-to-know history of Salzburg’s top attractions, and visit nearby Mondsee to explore.

UNESCO–listed Salzburg is famous for its classical music heritage, and for a 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 tradition of Mozart and his contemporaries. Marvel at the skill of the soloists and ensembles on stage, and admire the beautiful baroque architecture for which Mirabell Palace is known.

Make romantic memories in Salzburg with a dinner-and-concert experience at Hohensalzburg Fortress. The experience is popular in Salzburg, and tickets book quickly. After securing your preferred date online and in-advance, simply make your way by funicular to the 900-year-old fortress for a dinner of traditional Austrian dishes, and enjoy a recital of Mozart’s famous works, performed by the Mozart Chamber Orchestra of Salzburg. VIP upgrade options are also available.

See the underground world of Obersalzberg’s salt mines on a half-day trip from Salzburg. Venture along the scenic Alpenstrasse, winding through the Bavarian Alps. Then, descend into the 500-year-old salt mines. Listen to the mine’s history and lore as you explore on foot, by boat, and by mini-train. After a stop at the charming village of Berchtesgaden, your tour concludes back in Salzburg.

If you want to visit Hallstatt without the hassle of public transportation, opt for this half-day trip from Salzburg instead. Simply relax on the journey through the alpine Salzkammergut region, then enjoy free time in Hallstatt. How you spend it is up to you; stroll past Lake Hallstatt, visit the Bone House (entry extra), or snap photos from viewing platforms. Just note: The Skywalk is closed until summer 2026.

The holidays are usually filled with good food, and this Christmas cooking lesson in Salzburg combines food and fun to give you a rewarding cooking experience. Test out your skills making traditional Austrian apple strudel and Vanilla Kipferl cookies. Get into the holiday spirit with others as you make these delicious treats. Plus take a lunch break to slurp down some hot goulash soup. If you don't eat all the cookies you've made, you're also welcome to take them home with you at the end of the day.

Mozart concerts at Salzburg’s Hohensalzburg Fortress are popular and often sell out in advance. So, grab your ticket online, and then travel to the panoramic hilltop perch on your preferred date to enjoy the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. As the city twinkles in the evening darkness, you’ll hear treasures from the composer’s collection of works and solos from internationally renowned performers.

Reconnect with nature on a 3-hour guided forest walk near Salzburg, where the woodland comes alive with stories of local trees and plants. Starting at the Aigner Park dog park, venture into the forest to discover edible and medicinal plants while learning their traditional uses. Engage in sensory awareness practices to deepen your understanding of the ecosystem. At a serene creek, craft your own pine resin salve, gaining insights into its historical applications. The experience concludes with a leisurely stroll back through the enchanting woods, perfect for beginners and families who cherish the outdoors.

25+ million people have watched our strudel technique online – now it's your turn to experience the real magic in person. In a beautiful villa right by Mozart's Bridge, with breathtaking views of Salzburg's Fortress, you'll stretch apple strudel dough paper-thin by hand, fill and roll it yourself – before enjoying it warm from the oven with vanilla ice cream. Plus a lovely Austrian pastry of the day. Here, tradition meets joy - and you leave with skills, recipes and memories to last a lifetime.

Fans of "The Sound of Music" should not miss this special guided tour. Follow the von Trapp story to several filming locations of the classic film, including the gazebo and wedding church. Learn about the real von Trapp family and Austrian culture as you travel, plus enjoy incredible views of Wolfgangsee Lake and Salzburg.

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.

Spend a memorable Christmastime in Salzburg with dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg, followed by a classical music concert. This special evening out in the Austrian city is a great way to experience its culture, history, and cuisine. Dine in style at the Panorama Restaurant, with some of the best views of the city. Listen to Mozart and traditional Christmas carols in a beautiful historic room.

Spend the afternoon exploring the beautiful Bavarian Alps on a tour from Salzburg. Led by a local guide, take a walk around Königssee (King's Lake), see Castle Hellbrunn, and spot the historic Eagle’s Nest, once a residence of Adolf Hitler. On the journey back to Salzburg, stop to explore the charming village of Berchtesgaden before returning to your original departure point.

Explore the vibrant nightlife of Salzburg with an exciting pub crawl around four city hotspots. Hop from pub to pub, enjoying welcome shots, reserved tables, and happy hour deals at each venue. Make new friends, get local insight with your guide, and try Austrian favorites like Märzen beer. Plus, this tour includes the added benefit of skipping lines and free entry to the city's largest club.