Salzburg Old Town Highlights Private Walking Tour, Salzburg

About this activity

Experience the heart, history & heritage of Salzburg on a private tour of the Old Town. Visit the Mirabell Garden and see Mozart's birthplace. Extended options: Kollegienkirche, Salzburg Cathedral & Hohensalzburg.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests.

2h: Old Town Highlights

Visit Mirabell Garden and see the highlights of Salzburg's Old Town, such as Mozart's Birthplace, Kollegienkirche, and Salzburg Cathedral (outside only)

3h: Old Town & Kollegienkirche

Visit the Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey and Mirabell Garden along with Salzburg's Old Town

4h: Old Town, Kollegienkirche & Salzburg Cathedral

Visit Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden along with Salzburg's Old Town

6h: Old Town, Kollegienkirche, Cathedral & Fortress

Visit Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden along with Salzburg's Old Town

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At a glance

Duration: 2–6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Operated by: Rosotravel - Salzburg Tours

Ages: Youth (0–6 years) · Adults (7–99 years)

What is included

Included

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

Not included

Not included: Entry to Mirabell Palace and St. Peter's Abbey
Not included: Free entry to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey (in 2-hour option)
Not included: Regular tickets to Salzburg Cathedral (in 2 and 3-hour options)
Not included: All-inclusive skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg via funicular (in 2h, 3h, & 4h option)
Not included: Pickup from hotel or accommodation outside the Old Town
Not included: Entrance fees: Catacombs

Itinerary

Stop 1

5 min

Meet your guide in front of the Marktfrauen-Brunnen (next to St. Andrew Parish Church), Hubert-Sattler-Gasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.
Schloss Mirabell & Mirabellgarten

30 min

Your guide will take you to see fabulous Mirabell Palace. It’s a complex of historic residence built by prince-archbishop Wolf Dietrich with baroque pleasure gardens. This former palace now houses government offices. The gardens are where the von Trapp children sang "Do-Re-Mi" in the Sound of Music.
Mozart's Birthplace

40 min Admission not included

Your Private Guide will introduce you to local history and culture, from music to arts and beyond. Salzburg is best known as the birthplace of Mozart and you will see his former residence, birthplace, and many monuments dedicated to this great Austrian composer.
Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus)

Passing by

Next, see from outside where Mozart lived at the so-called then "Dance Master's House". You can explore and learn more about him in our other specially dedicated tours. Possible to visit in our other tours.
DomQuartier Salzburg

Passing by

The tour is fully adapted to your needs so despite the fact that the tour itinerary doesn’t cover this attraction, it might be visited on your request. If you wish your private guide could take you there in an extended version of the tour. The transformation of this place began over 400 years ago. The masterpiece in Italian-style Baroque gem was created and put on a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Kollegienkirche (Collegiate Church)

40 min

The Kollegienkirche is the church of the University of Salzburg and part of the UNESCO World Heritage. Its interior will astonish you with its clean, white design and you will learn about its famous organ.
Erzabtei Stift St. Peter Salzburg

25 min

Another highlight of this extended tour will be a visit to the courtyards of a medieval monastery complex that has served as the spiritual heart of Salzburg for more than 1,000 years.
Salzburg Cathedral

one hour Admission included

The 17th century Baroque cathedral, which stands on the site of a church built in 774, has witnessed the most important events in the city’s history. Entrance tickets are included in this tour, so you can step inside and admire its beautiful interior with stunning frescos, huge organ, and the baptismal font in which Mozart was baptized. You will also visit the cathedral museum, which houses amazing sacred art and other treasures.
Fortress Hohensalzburg

2 hours Admission included

With the all-inclusive skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg you can take an exciting funicular ride up the hill and explore the historic castle and its museums without waiting in line at the ticket office. Your licensed Private Guide will tell you about the prince-bishops who lived here and show you their princely chambers, including the Golden Hall, Golden Chamber and Bedchamber. You will also see the treasures of the Fortress Museum, Rainer Regiment Museum, Marionette Museum and Armory.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Meet your guide in front of the Marktfrauen-Brunnen (next to St. Andrew Parish Church), Hubert-Sattler-Gasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.

End point

Meet your guide in front of the Marktfrauen-Brunnen (next to St. Andrew Parish Church), Hubert-Sattler-Gasse, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.

Using your ticket

Know before you go:

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.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

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
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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.

Options

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
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
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
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