Austrian Alps tours, things to do and tickets

The hills are alive with The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg. Enjoy a day trip visiting the breathtaking landscapes and locations where the famous musical, 'The Sound of Music,' was filmed. The English-speaking guide not only shows you the highlights of the film, but also the historical and architectural landmarks in the city, as well as a part of the picturesque lake district.

Visit Kehlsteinhaus, better known as the Eagle’s Nest, on a half-day tour from Salzburg. Journey through the spectacular scenery of Königsee River Valley and the Bavarian Alps to Obersalzberg, and then continue to the clifftop Eagle’s Nest by shuttle bus and elevator. After bypassing the crowds with a skip-the-line ticket, tour Hitler’s former retreat with a knowledgeable guide, and soak up the alpine views before returning to Salzburg.

Tour Salzburg and enjoy views of the surrounding countryside as you visit locations used in "The Sound of Music." Hear songs from the soundtrack and discover historical landmarks as you go.

Explore Hallstatt in the alpine region of Salzkammergut on a half-day tour by coach, departing from Salzburg. The 5.5-hour tour visits the historical village of Hallstatt for serene lakeside walks, views from a 7,000-year-old salt mine and a visit to Muhlbach Waterfall. Learn about the region’s historical details from a guide as you saunter through the picturesque village, and pass by Gosau Lake to soak up its tranquility and views of the Dachstein Mountains.

Experience hands-on cooking of Austrians most popular dishes such as Apple Strudel, Salzburger Nockerl and Speck Dumpling. In the lessons you will be given the opportunity to cook on your own while being carefully guided by an experienced chef. The classes are in small groups in an extremely fun and relaxed environment.

Discover Hallstatt on this day trip from Salzburg. Take a lakeside walk, enjoy scenic views of the region including the Mullbach Waterfall, visit the Bone House, and do the skywalk if you wish.

Explore the underground world of a centuries-old Bavarian mine on a half-day tour from Salzburg. Choose from a morning or afternoon experience, and travel along the snaking Deutsche Alpenstrasse through the picturesque Bavarian Alps. With a skip-the-line ticket, head inside Berchtesgaden Salt Mines to explore with a guide and see its underground sights by foot, mini-train and boat. Return to daylight for a short tour of Berchtesgaden before your return to Salzburg.

On this Salzburg Super Saver, three popular tours become one memorable Bavarian Alps adventure, offering you great value for money. With your professional guide, spend a day in the Bavarian Mountains, traveling through the Alpenstrasse. In the morning, visit Kehlsteinhaus, known in English as the Eagle’s Nest, Hitler's famous mountain retreat. Take the elevator up and enjoy spectacular alpine views from this historical spot. Your afternoon will be spent discovering the salt mines and visiting the Bavarian village of Berchtesgaden.

Marvel at mountain peaks, serene lakes, small villages, and magnificent alpine scenery on a day trip from Vienna to Hallstatt. Enjoy breathtaking views over the town from the incredible Skywalk.

Enjoy a unique evening in the breathtaking Baroque Marble Hall in Salzburg's Mirabell Palace. Listen to fine chamber music by great classical composers and let yourself be enchanted by the atmospheric melodies performed by renowned ensembles and soloists.

Salzburg Super Saver combines two half-day trips into one memorable day offering great value for money. Start the morning with a tour through the Bavarian mountains and visit the 450-year old Salt Mines before spending the afternoon discovering the film locations of the Sound of Music. The perfect choice if your time in Salzburg is limited.

Experience a Classical evening at the Hohensalzburg Fortress and let the sounds of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart enchant you. Enjoy a romantic meal and a truly incredible view of the city.

Visit Salzburg on a day trip from Munich. Famed for its old-world glamor, made more striking by the majestic backdrop of snow-capped Alps, explore Mozart’s hometown with an expert guide.

Trace the footsteps of Maria and the Von Trapps on this 4-hour original 'Sound of Music' tour from Salzburg. Traveling by minivan, witness some of the musical’s filming locations, including the Mirabell Gardens, the lakefront Schloss Leopoldskron that served as the Von Trapp home, and more. Plus, visit the Salzkammergut region to see the incredible lake-and-mountain scenery of the opening titles. Upgrade to include a 1-hour apple strudel cooking class and tastings in a quaint Alpine hut after your tour. Receive the personalized attention of a driver-guide on this private tour.

Culinary and musical delights high above the rooftops of the city – more than just a concert!
Enjoy a romantic dinner at Panorama restaurant located at world-famous Salzburg Fortress, followed by a Best of Mozart Concert with unforgettable panoramic views of the city and its surroundings.
Individual tables at dinner in the Panorama fortress restaurant! Your table will be allocated according to the number of people booked.
In case of fine weather and suitable weather conditions, the VIP dinner is served on the panorama terrace.

Up in the world famous fortress, high above the city of Mozart, a place where the archbishop welcomed his special guests, you will experience a top class classical concert.
Hear some of Mozart´s most popular works, like “A little Nightmusic”, as well as other great masters of music, performed by internationally renowned musicians.
During Advent and Christmas time you also listen to traditional Salzburg Advent and Christmas music.

Experience a Mozart concert with dinner in Salzburg and enjoy delicious specialties made according to original recipes from the musical genius's time. Listen to the wonderful music and admire the colorful costumes in a magnificent setting.

Experience a Classical evening at the Hohensalzburg Fortress and listen to the most popular pieces of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and his contemporaries. Enjoy an exceptional atmosphere and an incredible view of the city.

Combine a VIP-/Dinner & Best of Mozart Fortress Concert with a popular boat trip on the Salzach and discover Salzburg from its most beautiful angle. After the boat trip, you have an exquisite dinner in the Panorama restaurant at the Fortress Hohensalzburg. This unique evening concludes with a concert in the most magnificent chambers of the fortress.

DINNER menu classic Category 1
Mini bread rolls with 2 different spreads
Consommé of beef with semolina dumpling
Corn chicken supréme with rosemary potatoes and seasonal vegetables
Mozart dessert

VIP DINNER
Mini bread rolls with 2 different spreads
White wine soup with roasted Marcona almonds
Sous vide cooked short rips from local beef on truffled mashed potatoes and grilled tomato de Roma
or
Salzburger gold trout „müllerin art“ with rosemary potatoes
Salzburger Nockerl
Fluffy egg soufflé with vanilla cream and berries

*Vegetarian options are available upon request

This tour is a walking tour and an introduction to Salzburg by a local licensed tour guide. It is the ideal way to get to know the city of Salzburg and its main attractions.

During the one-and-a-half-hour walk, you get a basic understanding of the history and the sights of Salzburg, answers to your questions and personal recommendations, and suggestions for sightseeing and activities.

You will also receive a printed map of the city with an overview of the sights, but also recommendations for food and drink and information about day trips, so you can better find your way around the city on your own after the tour.

Each of our tour guides has attended one and a half years of training, passed a three-day exam and has years of experience as a guide in Salzburg.

A unique Mozart experience in the Baroque Hall of St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, Europe´s oldest Restaurant (est. 803 a.d.)

By visiting our performance you will be taken back to Mozart’s time. Enjoy an evening likely to have taken place in 1790 - in the baroque hall - lit by candles, having a 3-course-dinner based on historical recipes, listening to a concert with musicians in authentic costumes and the music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Enjoy the best arias and duets of Mozart´s most beloved operas "The Magic Flute", "Don Giovanni" and "Le nozze di Figaro" as well as the very famous first movement of "A Little Night Music".

And this music is most important to us. We celebrate it. Every single evening!