Salzburg

15 Best Salzburg Walking Tours

The old-town walks between the domes: Mozart’s birthplace on Getreidegasse, Mirabell’s gardens and the baroque core UNESCO listed whole. The city center fits in an afternoon and rewards a guide who knows which courtyard doors push open.

3.Salzburg Oldtown: Sightseeing Walking Tour with Licensed Local Guide

Discover Salzburg’s highlights on a 1.5-hour guided walking tour for under $11. Perfect for a quick, authentic intro to the city’s sights and stories.

★ 5.0

“Johannes told us great stories about Salzburg - it was balanced and funny and engaging.. highly recommended to appreciate this town and get oriented for the rest of our day out. Thanks very much !”

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4.Salzburg Old Town Walking Tour, Mozart, Mirabell Gardens

Explore Salzburg’s historic Old Town with this 2-hour guided walking tour featuring Mozart sites, Mirabell Gardens, and landmarks from The Sound of Music for $37.74.

★ 4.5

“Awesome tour ! Great quick knowledge of the area. Good amount of walking…not too much . Guide had great knowledge & I appreciate the fact she was a local .”

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5.Salzburg Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour

Discover Salzburg’s highlights on a private walking tour for a personalized experience of Mirabell Gardens, Mozart's birthplace, Salzburg Cathedral, and more.

★ 4.5

“Such a great introduction to Salzburg including all the big highlights, hints on when to time visits to the fortress and cathedral and many away from crowd restaurant recommendations. Igor included lots of little details that made the tour interesting and helped us get the…”

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6.Salzburg Private Walking Tour

Explore Salzburg's highlights on a private 2-hour walking tour, visiting Mozart’s birthplace, Salzburger Dom, and more with expert guides.

★ 4.6

“Our group tour guide was Thomas L..and he provided not only the history of this beautiful city but also interesting features of the architecture. He was fun too! We loved our tour in Salzburg!”

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7.Private Walking Tour of Salzburg

Discover Salzburg’s highlights on a private 2-hour walking tour with an expert guide. Perfect for first-timers seeking authentic sights and local tips.

★ 5.0

“In no time we learn all about the history os salzburg! It's a must attend tour and the guide is very very informative. Its super easy walk around the city n we visit most of the places”

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9.Salzburg Introduction Walking Tour

Discover Salzburg's highlights with this small-group walking tour led by expert guides. Explore Mozart’s birthplace, baroque squares, and Sound of Music sites for an authentic taste of Austria’s cultural heart.

★ 5.0

“This was a great introduction to Salzburg. Liza was a fantastic tour guide and even worked with us when our train was delayed and we ended up being 30 minutes late. She waited for us and still gave us an excellent tour. We learned so…”

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11.Salzburg: Life of Mozart Private Guided Walking Tour

Explore Salzburg through Mozart’s eyes on this private guided walking tour. Visit his birthplace, see historic sites, and enjoy an exclusive Mozart concert.

★ 4.9

“C'était vraiment TOP ! Le guide passionné par son job, plein anecdotes à raconter, sur Mozart (bien sûr) mais également sur la ville. Beaucoup de plaisir.”

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12.Salzburg Introduction Private Walking Tour

Discover Salzburg’s highlights on a private 2.5-hour walking tour, exploring Old Town, Mozart’s birthplace, and famous film locations with expert guides.

★ 4.5

“Liza was a wonderful and informative guide. It was extremely cold, frigid even, but she kept our spirits up and as we walked, looked for the sunniest spots to stop in.”

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13.Salzburg: 2-Hour Guided Walking Tour with a Photographer

Discover Salzburg’s charm on a 2-hour guided walking tour with a photographer, capturing stunning views and historic sites in an intimate small-group setting.

★ 5.0

“This is highly recommended. Edwin arrives on time and he is very academic and professional. He has a very good historic knowledge about the place and he will fill you with that. Edwin will point out the best spots as recommendation for your next activity…”

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14.Nuns and Nazis Walking Tour in Salzburg

Explore Salzburg's WWII history and the story of the Sound of Music with this engaging 2-hour walking tour led by knowledgeable guides for an authentic experience.

★ 5.0

“Leo gave us a tour on a rainy day (and it was cold), but he made it an outstanding experience anyway! The tour lasted over 2 hours, so plan accordingly. As a person who has watched and loved the Sound of Music since I was…”

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Mozart in marble halls, a fortress above and Hallstatt an hour east.