Top Salzburg Cooking Classes

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.

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.

Get hands-on with two Austrian favorites: traditional Apple Strudel and your own freshly baked Salzburg pretzel. You’ll prepare both yourself while being guided step by step by an experienced chef. Our small-group classes are fun, relaxed and interactive, making it easy to enjoy the experience even if you have never cooked before. Stretch the strudel dough until it is paper-thin, shape your own fluffy pretzel and discover the little tricks behind these Austrian classics. The cooking school itself adds to the experience: it is located in one of Salzburg’s oldest quarters, where centuries-old houses are built directly into the city mountain. More than just a cooking class, it’s a delicious and entertaining way to experience Salzburg, meet other travelers and take a little piece of Austrian food culture home with you.

25+ million people have watched our strudel technique online — now it's your turn to master the art of making traditionel apple strudel yourself. Welcome to your Masterclass: 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 — then enjoy it warm from the oven with vanilla ice cream. Plus, you'll create a beautiful Austrian pastry of the day. Some guests say it's the most delicious souvenir they take home from Salzburg

25+ million people have watched our strudel technique online — now it's your turn to master the art of making traditionel apple strudel yoursel. Welcome to your Masterclas: 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 — then enjoy it warm from the oven with vanilla ice cream. Plus, you'll create mouthwatering pretzels - all served fresh from the oven with other delisious surprises to make it a complete dinner experience. Some guests say it's the most delicious souvenir they take home from Salzburg.

Discover one of Salzburg's sweetest traditions and create your own Mozartkugeln in a hands-on chocolate workshop. In a welcoming atmosphere, your host will guide you step by step as you make 10 Mozartkugeln using premium ingredients and traditional techniques. Wrap your handmade chocolates to take home, receive the original recipe and enjoy a memorable Salzburg experience. Perfect for couples, families, friends and chocolate lovers.

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.

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.

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.

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.