Top Salzburg Sightseeing Tours

Get an in-depth look at Salzburg on your Austria vacation, and discover the historical treasures of the city’s old town. You’ll explore with your own private guide, on a tour that’s bookable for your sole personal group. Itineraries vary with the tour duration that you choose, but standout sights include the Mirabell Garden, Mozart’s Birthplace, and Salzburg Cathedral.

Optimize your time and get a comprehensive overview of Salzburg's attractions during a hop-on hop-off bus tour with 24-, 48-, and 72-hour options to fit your schedule. Listen to on-board commentary and hop off to explore further wherever you like. Select from two lines—yellow or blue—or combine them to see key sights such as the salt mines, the Eagle's Nest, and Hellbrunn Palace. Stop at places that interest you and skip those that don’t.

Follow the footsteps of Mozart and explore the heart of Salzburg on a guided walking tour through its historic old town. As you walk with a guide, visit iconic landmarks such as Mozart’s Birthplace, the Mozart Residence, Salzburg Cathedral, and Mirabell Gardens, which featured in "Sound of Music." Stories and legends about Salzburg’s history, culture, and musical heritage complete the tour.

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 gives a history-focused lowdown on Salzburg’s top attractions and architectural jewels. Free time in Mondsee, plus photos stops outside Schloss Leopoldskron and Schloss Hellbrunn complete the experience.

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.

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.

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.

Escape the crowds and enjoy Hallstatt at your own pace on a private day trip from Salzburg. With hotel pickup, scenic alpine routes, and up to four hours of free time in Hallstatt, this tour lets you explore, relax, and take photos without rushing. Flexible stops and a personalized schedule make this an easy, stress-free way to experience one of Austria’s most beautiful destinations.

If you are a Sound of Music fan, this is the self guided audio tour for you! I’ll show you around Salzburg, the magical and musical birthplace of Mozart, and while you won't be climbing every mountain, you will see a few of my favourite things from the film. There are plenty of highlights along the way, and some of them you can only get to on foot. I’m sure you’ll enjoy: • Splashing your hand in Maria's fountain • Singing Do Re Mi in the Mirabell Gardens • Running across the bridge like the Von Trapp children • Throwing tomatoes in the market square • Learning about the real Von Trapp family and the real "Uncle Max” • Hearing secrets from the production of the Sound of Music • Seeing the church where Mozart was baptised We’ll see most of Salzburg's less musical landmarks too, and you should have your bearings by the end of the tour.

See Salzburg's best bits by following a route designed around your interests on this fully personalized private walking tour. Instead of a fixed itinerary, your tour is planned using a pre-tour questionnaire, ensuring you focus on what matters most to you. Along the way, visit a mix of highlights and hidden gems, with possible stops such as Mirabell Gardens, Salzburg Cathedral, and Hohensalzburg Fortress.

This private tour is the perfect pick for fans of “The Sound of Music”. Set off in an air-conditioned vehicle on a trip that saves time and helps you check off multiple filming locations. During the tour, the driver-guide makes sure you don’t miss any prime photo stops, and best of all, the trip is private, which means no time wasted waiting for other travelers.

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.

Hallstatt and Saint Wolfgang make ideal day trips from Salzburg, but organizing transportation to visit independently cuts into valuable sightseeing time. On this tour, begin with pickup at your Salzburg hotel and visit both spots in one day by private luxury minivan. Delve into 7,000 years of history in UNESCO–listed Hallstatt with your guide, discover top attractions including Bad Ischl, and admire uninterrupted views over serene Lake Wolfgang.

Visit the pretty lake town of Hallstatt with minimum fuss on a private full-day tour from Salzburg. Enjoy a flexible trip tailored to your interests and the sights you want to see. Discover impressive photo stops, learn about everyday life in the town and the wider Salzkammergut region, and relax over lunch with traditional Austrian fare (own expense). The tour is available in English and German to suit your language preference.

Save time and combine two tours in a day—a visit to The Eagle’s Nest in the Bavarian Alps, and a trip to the scenic town of Hallstatt. Take the stress out of booking taxis, and enjoy a stress-free excursion with hotel pickup, drop-off, transfers between sites, and a guarantee to skip the long lines at the Eagle’s Nest.

The TouringBee audio guide serves as a handy mobile companion for a self-guided tour in Oxford. This tour is specifically designed for those looking to explore the city in a short span of time (2 hours). Simply follow the route on the app's map, which takes you from Mozart Square to the Capuchin Monastery, passing by the sights of the old town. You're guaranteed to see: Salzburg Cathedral, Mozart's Birthplace and Residence, Hohensalzburg Fortress, Mirabell Palace and Gardens, Historic Watermill, The best view of the old town. Once you've downloaded the tour, the app runs offline. The audio guide can always be heard clearly through your headphones. Enjoy captivating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. If you only have a few hours to explore Salzburg, make the most of it with the TouringBee audio guide. And you won't miss a thing.

Take a tour on your own terms with this self-guided experience in Salzburg. After booking online, you’ll download an app to your smartphone, which provides a visual itinerary and audio guide along with historical information and recommendations, too. Just note that entrance tickets to any mentioned attractions are payable at your own expense.

Admire medieval Salzburg from the water and discover one of the city’s top attractions on this 2.5-hour Hellbrunn Palace visit and Old Town river cruise. Hop aboard your sightseeing boat in Salzburg’s Old Town and cruise out onto the Salzach River with your guide. Gaze over the city’s medieval riverbanks on route to the 17th-century Hellbrunn Palace. Explore the Baroque palace and gardens at your leisure with your audio guide, and discover the water fountains for which the palace is famous. Afterward, transfer back to Salzburg by double-decker bus.

On this VIP evening program, you’ll enjoy a sumptuous dinner on a panoramic terrace overlooking Salzburg, followed by a Mozart concert at the hilltop fortress of Hohensalzburg. Enjoy an elegant, multi-course meal with seafood or veal, paired with a bottle of red or white wine. Then, settle back and relax as you take in centuries-old musical scores from the city’s famed composer. During the holidays, you'll also listen to traditional advent and Christmas music.

Escape the ordinary with our luxurious private tour, where you'll have a dedicated driver for the day, a long-distance driver who ensures your comfort throughout the trip. Explore awe-inspiring landscapes and remarkable attractions, creating incredible memories in the company of your private driver. This private day trip includes transportation from Salzburg to sightseeing stops in Mondsee, St.Gilgen, Hallstatt and back. All this in the comfort of a private car with an English-speaking local driver who knows the area and will be happy to share information with you. 1 to 3 people, we will provide a sedan or combi. 4 people, we will provide an MPV. 5 to 7/8 people, we will provide a VAN. If you prefer a larger vehicle and wish to ensure additional space during your trip, please choose a different number of travelers in the booking form according to this description. Our drivers are friendly and available at all times. If you have any requirements, just let us know.

Salzburg and the surrounding area are well-known as the Alpine filming locations for the beloved musical, "The Sound of Music," but tracking down exact shoot spots can be tricky without local knowledge. Keep things simple with a private tour that takes you directly to where the most famous scenes from the movie were filmed, including Nonnberg Abbey, the Mirabell Gardens, and the lakefront Schloss Leopoldskron—aka the Von Trapp family home.

Combine three of the Salzburg area's highlights on this full-day private tour. With your dedicated guide, visit the huge ice caves, Eisriesenwelt, located in Werfen. Move on to the Golling waterfalls, standing at 246 feet (75 meters), and the world's oldest salt mines, Salzwelten, in Hallein. This private tour includes round-trip hotel pickup and transportation from Salzburg.

Experience a private day trip from Salzburg to Hallstatt, including scenic stops in St. Gilgen and at Lake Wolfgang (Wolfgangsee). Enjoy a relaxed journey through the breathtaking Salzkammergut region, famous for its crystal-clear lakes, alpine peaks, and charming villages. In St. Gilgen, take a leisurely stroll along the lakeside promenade or simply enjoy the serene views at your own pace. The tour then continues to Hallstatt, one of the most beautiful and iconic villages in the world. You'll have 2.5 to 3 hours of free time to explore the historic old town, walk along the lake, visit the Bone House (Beinhaus), or discover hidden gems on your own. Please note: This is a self-guided visit in Hallstatt. Your driver also serves as a driver/guide, providing helpful information and local insights during the journey while allowing you full freedom to explore independently at each stop.