Free cancellation
Activity Salzburg, Austria
Salzburg Highlight Tour with Fortress Hohensalzburg
4.5
(16 reviews)
2 h 30 min – 3 hours
Private tour
out of 5
16 reviews
About this activity
Visit the oldest and best preserved fortress Europe's and enjoy the fascinating views to the alps and to Salzburg.
Walk in the footsteps of the hard-working people of the Middle Ages and their rulers, who turned this fortress into a symbol of power.
This guided tour will give you the insider’s view of the city with tips on how to get the most out of your stay.
Great for your first visit to Salzburg! Get to know the best sites and the basic historic historical facts along with fun facts and anecdotes about Salzburg.
You will go to hidden gems that you will only see with a guide.
All guides are qualified and experienced guides and speak fluent English and German. Any other Language on request possible.
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Cultural Tours
Historical Tours
Walking Tours
Short term availability
Weather Dependent - Weather-Proof
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 h 30 min – 3 hours
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group
- Your group only
- People per booking
- 1–8
- Guide
- German, English
- Operated by
- Salzburg Experience
What is included
Included
- Included: Professional guide
- Included: Private tour
Not included
- Not included: Gratuities
- Not included: Entry ticket to the Fortress Hohensalzburg
- Not included: Entry ticket to Salzburg Dom
Itinerary
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15 min
Our Experience Guide will meet you right in front of Mozart Statue at Mozart square. A perfect place to start talking about the beginnings of Salzburg and the famous musician W.A.Mozart.
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Residenzplatz
10 min
Continue the tour to the Residenzplatz. The architecture changes all of a sudden. The small streets and the shops are replaced with big spacious squares, a big Residence fountain in the centre of the square, the Old Residenz and the New Residenz buildings. Most buildings hold precious treasures and art of Salzburg's history, definitely worth to visit.
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15 min Admission included
Take a look into the Salzburg Dom and find many frescos, altars and organs. The crypt holds many graves from the former Prince-Archbishops and even modern art in an 12th century apsis. On the way out find the baptismal where W.A.Mozart was baptized.
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10 min
Take a walk along the shopping street. Find beautifull wrought iron signs, arts and craft shops between famous name brands along the narrow street. Spoil yourself with a shopping spree in Getreidegasse after the tour.
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Passing by
Mozarts Birthplace is right in the centre of Getreidegasse. Most people stop in front of the big yellow house or choose to visit the Museum. Listen to facts about the Mozart family, their life and career, their faith and their heritage.
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Kollegienkirche (Collegiate Church)
10 min
One of the most fun places in Salzburg is the Farmers Market at the University square. This big, baroque church forms an impressive backdrop for the food stands. Do not hesitate to try the local cheese, sausages, fruits and pretzels with some local beer or fresh water.
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Passing by
The Old Market square is surrounded by shops and famous coffee houses. This is a place to enjoy the rest of your day after the tour with a cup of good coffee and freshly made apple-strudel.
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one hour Admission not included
At the end of the tour take the funicular to the top of the fortress Hohensalzburg and enjoy the view into Salzburg. From this over 900 year old fortress you can even view the Northern Limestone Alps and on a very clear day you can see the Eagles Nest in the far distance.
Your guide will show you hidden areas of the fortress and explain to you the fascinating history of this fortress by walking through the 15th century state rooms all the way to the tall tower.
Meeting point and pickup
You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.
Meeting point
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Guide will wait right in front of Mozart statue at Mozart square, 5020 Salzburg
End point
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Guide will end the tour at the Fortress Hohensalzburg or at any place agreed upon.
Pickup points
- Hotel Stein
- Hotel Bristol Salzburg
- IMLAUER Palais Mirabell
- Hotel Stadtkrug
- Hotel & Villa Auersperg
- Hotel Amadeus
- Hotel Gablerbrau
- Pension Kunstlerhaus
- Clemonte Boutique Hotel Salzburg
- Jufa Hotel Salzburg City
- Altstadt Hotel Hofwirt Salzburg
- Hotel Goldgasse
and 25 more pickup points
We pick up from all Salzburg Hotels near the historic centre
Using your ticket
Guide's name is Michaela or any other Experience Team Guide
Please call or send a text message:
- To your guide in case of any delays
- If you want a different starting time
Cancellation
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
| If you cancel | You get back |
|---|---|
| Less than a day before | 0% |
- The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.
Good to know
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Traveller ratings
4.5
out of 5 · 16 reviews
- 5
- 81%
- 4
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