Salzburg Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour

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Description

Summary

Starts
Marktfrauen-Brunnen
Languages
German, Russian, English, Italian, French, and Spanish
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Skip the crowds and personalize your trip with this private Salzburg walking tour. Explore the hidden gems and historical treasures of Salzburg’s Old Town at your own pace. Plus, with convenient round-trip transport from your hotel, you can relax and focus on enjoying Salzburg’s unique charm.

Travelers who have booked this historical tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 62 reviews.

Kick off your Salzburg walking tour at the Marktfrauen-Brunnen, a small fountain near St. Andrew Parish Church. Your first stop is the stunning Mirabell Palace. Its baroque gardens is the backdrop of the famous “Do-Re-Mi” scene from The Sound of Music.

Next, visit Mozart’s Residence to learn about the composer’s life and impact on Salzburg. Your guide will share insights as you admire various monuments dedicated to Mozart around Salzburg’s Old Town. Afterward, head to Kollegienkirche, known for its simple white interior. It’s also the church of the University of Salzburg.

Continue your Salzburg walking tour to St. Peter’s Abbey and Salzburg Cathedral. See stunning frescoes, the grand organ, and the baptismal font where Mozart was baptized.

Finally, conclude your tour at Fortress Hohensalzburg. With skip-the-line tickets, you’ll take a funicular ride up and explore important rooms like the Golden Hall while learning about the prince-bishops who lived there. You’ll also explore museums like the Fortress Museum, Rainer Regiment Museum, Marionette Museum, and the Armory.

You can add an optional visit to DomQuartier Salzburg. This Baroque palace is also a UNESCO-listed site showcasing Italian architecture.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 6 languages: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, and Spanish.

The starting point for this historical tour is located in Salzburg. The exact address is Hubert-Sattler-Gasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria. The endpoint of the tour is located at Hubert-Sattler-Gasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

You can choose the tour length that best suits your schedule. This option makes it easier to fit the experience into your vacation plans.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Discover the best of Salzburg’s history on a private walking tour through the city’s old town. Whether you prefer a short tour or a full-day experience, the tour will be planned to fit your schedule and interests. Select your date and secure an extraordinary experience on this Salzburg walking tour before it gets fully booked!

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Included

(number of attractions depend on the option selected)
5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
All-inclusive skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg via funicular (6-hour option only)
Free entry to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey (3, 4, 6-hour options only)
Free entry to the Mirabell Garden (all options)
Pickup from hotel or accommodation in the Old Town
Private Walking Tour of Salzburg’s Old Town and Top Attractions
Regular tickets to Salzburg Cathedral (4 and 6-hour options only)

Destinations

Austria, Rainbow over Salzburg castleSalzburg

Map

Attractions

Stift St. Peter Salzburg / Erzabtei Sankt Peter, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaErzabtei / Stift St Peter Salzburg
Mozart Residence, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart Residence
Mozart's Birthplace, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaMozart's Birthplace
Salzburg Cathedral, Altstadt, Salzburg, AustriaSalzburg Cathedral
Photo of beautiful view of Salzburg skyline with Festung Hohensalzburg and Salzach river in summer, Salzburg, Salzburger Land, Austria.Fortress Hohensalzburg

Options

2-hour: Old Town Highlights
Duration: 2 hours: Visit Mirabell Garden and see the highlights of Salzburg's Old Town, such as Mozart's Birthplace, Kollegienkirche
,: and Salzburg Cathedral (outside only).
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ATSA008
4h: 3h + Salzburg Cathedral
Duration: 4 hours: Visit Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden along with Salzburg Old Town
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ATSA008
3h: 2h tour + Kollegienkirche
Duration: 3 hours: Visit the Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden along with Salzburg's Old Town.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ATSA008
6h: 4h + Fortress Hohensalzbrg
Duration: 6 hours: Visit Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey and Mirabell Garden
,: and see the highlights of Salzburg's Old Town.
Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language. ATSA008

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
Please note that the number of attractions depends on the opinion selected. The 2-hour tour excludes entry to the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey, Kollegienkirche, Salzburg Cathedral and Hohensalzburg Fortress.
Mirabell Garden may be partially closed in winter time.
Guided tours inside the churches during masses and scheduled events are limited. If entry is not possible, the guide will provide all information outside
Free entry to the courtyard of St. Peter’s Abbey excludes the abbey, church, cemetery and catacombs. Due to the abbey's rules, you can visit the church and cemetery only on your own, without a guide. Entry to catacombs costs 2 euro per person.
The regular tickets to Salzburg Cathedral will be purchased on the spot. The Cathedral is usually open from Monday to Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm, and on Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm, but this will vary because the church often organizes concerts and other events.
Skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg provide faster entry without queuing at the ticket office. This all-inclusive ticket includes access to all areas of the castle complex and a round-trip funicular ride. There may be a short line to ride a funicular.
Pickup service is available for accommodations / hotels in Salzburg Old Town. Please provide your full address when booking. The itinerary will be adjusted accordingly.
If you do not provide your address or your accommodation is more than 1,5 km away from the designated meeting point, the guide will meet you in front of the Marktfrauen-Brunnen (next to St. Andrew Parish Church), Hubert-Sattler-Gasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.
For the comfort of all guests, it is best to have 1 licensed guide per maximum of 25 guests. If there are 26-50 people in your group, we will provide the service of 2 licensed guides so that all guests can get the best experience, ask questions and hear the guide well.

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