All Salzburg Tours & Excursions in 2026

Many Salzburg tours receive rave reviews from guests, and these are tours with the highest ratings:

• The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
• Austrian Apple Strudel Cooking Class Including Lunch in Salzburg
• Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
• Salzburg Oldtown: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Licensed Local Guide
• Original Sound of Music Private Tour Salzburg

Salzburg tours average around US$65 per person, though you can find some with lower prices. Tours are typically small groups of 15 people or less, led by a knowledgeable local tour guide. If you are traveling with a group, a private tour can be a cost-effective way to get a curated experience with more flexible timing.

On the lower end of the price range, you can book tours such as Salzburg Oldtown: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Licensed Local Guide for around US$10 per person. From the Mozart Residence (Mozart-Wohnhaus) to the Mirabell Palace and Gardens (Schloss Mirabell und Mirabellgarten), you’ll get a guided primer to the historic city (and access to a local for recommendations). Pricier options tend to be customizable with a private guide, such as The Hills Are Alive (from around US$1,000 per group), which visits multiple locations from the much-loved movie The Sound of Music.

Salzburg tours tend to visit city highlights such as Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn), Salzburg Cathedral (Dom zu Salzburg), and Salzburg Old Town (Salzburger Altstadt). Day trips to the Bavarian Alps are also available if you’d like to travel beyond the city.

Consider a tour that visits as many attractions and landmarks as possible within the city—and includes memorable experiences. For example, book the Salzburg Super Saver: Original Sound of Music and Salt Mines Day Trip, and you’ll not only get a guided trip through the city of Do-Re-Mi, but you’ll also tour 450-year-old salt mines, drive through the Bavarian mountains, and more.

With just three days in Salzburg, you can see many of the city's renowned sites. Spend some time in the historic city center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, visit Mozart's home, and snap some photos at locations made famous by The Sound of Music.

September and October are lovely months to visit Salzburg, as you'll have cooler weather with vibrant gardens to explore. If you are looking to include a music festival or other cultural experience on your Salzburg visit, the summer is when the city shines.

Salzburg is very walkable, and having a car to visit is unnecessary. It is very compact, and the many gardens and the old town center are best seen on foot. Strolling between the city's landmarks is a great way to take in the architecture and grab some local treats.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Salzburg:

• Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn)
• Mirabell Palace and Gardens (Schloss Mirabell und Mirabellgarten)
• Salzburg Old Town (Salzburger Altstadt)
• Salzburg Cathedral (Dom zu Salzburg)
• Eagle’s Nest (Kehlsteinhaus)

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There are tons of great trips to take from Salzburg. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Hallstatt and Salt Mines Small-Group Tour from Salzburg
• Salzburg 8h Tour “The Sound of Music” Movie Locations & to Hallstatt
• Full-Day Minivan Tour From Salzburg to Hallstatt with 5 Fingers, Lakes & Mountains
• Salzburg Super Saver: Hallstatt & Original Sound of Music Tour
• Skip-the-Line: Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg

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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Salzburg. Here are some of the best Salzburg activities under US$25:

• Salzburg Oldtown: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Licensed Local Guide
• Sound of Music Exploration Game in Salzburg
• Cellar trip in Bad Ischl / Salzkammergut
• Stiegl Brauwelt Museum Ticket
• Salzburg Panorama Cruise on the Salzach River

There are tons of Salzburg activities to enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Amphibious Splash Tour on the Water & on the Land in Salzburg
• Skip-the-Line: Eagle’s Nest in Berchtesgaden Tour from Salzburg
• Private Horse-Drawn Sleigh Ride from Salzburg
• Bavarian Mountains Including Berchtesgaden from Salzburg
• Kickbike Tour - Discovering the City in a Fun and Active Way

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According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Salzburg:

• Hellbrunn Palace (Schloss Hellbrunn)
• Mirabell Palace and Gardens (Schloss Mirabell und Mirabellgarten)
• Salzburg Cathedral (Dom zu Salzburg)
• Hohensalzburg Fortress (Festung Hohensalzburg)
• Mozart’s Birthplace (Mozarts Geburtshaus)

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Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Salzburg. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg
• Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace
• Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg
• Salzburg 8h Tour “The Sound of Music” Movie Locations & to Hallstatt
• Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise

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