Salzburg Old Town, Mozart, Mirabell Gardens Walking Tour 2-hour: Salzburg Old Town & Mirabell Gardens German Tour
ID: GYG562662-O-963957
Category:
Country: Austria
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Follow the Sound of Music and discover Mozart's legacy in Salzburg! See the highlights of the Old Town and visit Mirabell Gardens with a Licensed Guide, who will tell interesting history
Why is Salzburg known as the City of Music? Join our knowledgeable and funny Local Guide on a group walking tour of the Old Town to discover the history and cultural heritage of this charming city. See the most important monuments, churches and historical landmarks and enjoy live commentary in 1 chosen language. Discover the best of Salzburg!
Join our 2-hour group tour of Salzburg to visit the famous Mirabell Gardens and discover other highlights of the Old Town, including sites related to Mozart. We'll begin our walking tour in Kurgarten, only few steps away from the magnificent Mirabell Palace. Our Expert Guide will lead the group of up to 25 participants to the ornamental Mirabell Gardens and show us the locations where the Sound of Music was filmed. It’s a must-see for every fan of music!
Next, we'll head to the historic Old Town, admiring the views over the Salzach River along the way. We'll pass Mozart’s former residence and Mozart’s Birthplace at the notable Getreidegasse street. We'll see the university church Kollegienkirche and wander around the Residenzplatz, home to Baroque landmarks such as Salzburg Cathedral and the Residenz. You won’t miss hidden gems such as the Mariensäule fountain in Domplatz, and the Goldene Kugel and Kapitelschwemme in Kapitelplatz, which is also the best spot in the Old Town to see the hilltop Hohensalzburg Fortress from below. Don't miss out!
Highlights
- Explore the Old Town of Salzburg with a 5-Star Licensed Guide
- Visit the Mirabell Gardens, a filming location of the Sound of Music
- Learn about the life and music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
- See Mozart’s Birthplace, Salzburg Cathedral, the Residence, and more
- Enjoy a well-organized walking tour for a maximum of 25 people
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We recommend arriving at the meeting point 10 minutes early, as latecomers won't be able to join the group or receive a refund.
Our group tours are only in 1 language. Select your preferred language when booking
There will be a maximum of 25 participants
This tour is not suitable for people with disabilities
There is no luggage storage for extra clothing, umbrellas, large bags, scooters, etc. Pets are not allowed
Admission to Mirabell Gardens is free, entry to the palace is not included. The gardens are not green or lit up in winter, so it’s best to book a morning tour or visit in spring, summer or autumn when the flowers are in bloom & there is no snow
Public squares in the Old Town can get very crowded during special events such as musical performances, festivals, etc.
We're not afraid of the sun and rain, so the tour will take place as planned, regardless of weather, so please check the forecast and dress appropriately
It is a walking tour, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes.
Meet your guide near Salzburg Congress, Auerspergstraße 6, 5020 Salzburg, Austria (47.806925011053174, 13.04191803626334). Please wait under the flagpoles between the Congress building and Kurgarten.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
