Excursions around Salzburg
Whether nature, culture or history - the most beautiful excursion destinations in Salzburg offer unforgettable experiences for every taste.
Excursions in Salzburg - the best tours in the surrounding area and beyond
The city of Salzburg is not only known for its baroque historic centre, Mozart and the Hohensalzburg Fortress - it is also the perfect starting point for exciting excursions in Salzburg and the surrounding regions. Thanks to its central location in the heart of Europe, its easy accessibility by train, car and plane and the short distances to the Bavarian Alps, the Salzkammergut or even Tyrol and Upper Austria, Salzburg is ideal for day trips and short breaks. International highlights such as Munich, Berchtesgaden or even the Slovenian border can also be reached quickly from here.
With Salzburg Sightseeing Tours, visitors can book a variety of tours that offer an unforgettable view of the region's nature, culture and history.
Sound of Music Tour
The legendary "Sound of Music Tour" takes you to the original locations of the world-famous film. Participants visit Leopoldskron Palace, Mirabell Gardens and Lake Mondsee, where the wedding church of Maria and Baron Trapp is located. An ideal tour for film fans and romantics.
Berchtesgaden Salt Mine
The historic Berchtesgaden salt mine is just a short drive from Salzburg. Visitors take the mine railway into the mountain, slide down miners' slides and experience the fascinating world of "white gold". A highlight for families and history buffs.
Hallein Salt Mine
The salt mine in Hallein is one of the oldest of its kind and is considered the place of origin of salt mining in Salzburger Land. Visitors embark on an exciting journey into the depths of the Dürrnberg, take the mine railway, slide down underground wooden slides and cross a mystical salt lake on a raft.
Hallstatt Tour
The trip to Hallstatt is one of the most popular excursion destinations from Salzburg. The picturesque town on Lake Hallstatt is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is known for its idyllic location, the prehistoric salt mines and the impressive ossuary in St Michael's Chapel.
Königsee & Berchtesgaden Tour
An excursion to the emerald-green Königssee lake takes visitors into the alpine nature of the Berchtesgaden National Park. An electric boat takes you to the world-famous church of St Bartholomä - an unforgettable nature experience combined with a detour to charming Berchtesgaden.
City tour Salzburg & surroundings
In addition to excursions into the surrounding area, Salzburg Sightseeing Tours also offers various city tours. Visitors get to know the most important sights such as the cathedral, Getreidegasse and Hohensalzburg Fortress via audio guide.
Frequently asked questions
Thanks to its central location, Salzburg is the perfect starting point for day trips in all directions - whether to the Salzkammergut, Bavaria or the Tyrolean mountains. Excursions are particularly worthwhile in the summer months, when nature and lakes are in full splendour.
Highlights include the Sound of Music Tour, a trip to Hallstatt, the boat tour on Lake Königssee and excursions to the salt mines in Berchtesgaden and Hallein. The Salzkammergut region with Lake Wolfgangsee is also an absolute classic.
The Hallein Salt Mine is only around 30 minutes away from Salzburg. It is served directly by Salzburg Sightseeing Tours, so visitors can travel there comfortably by bus and guide.
The Berchtesgaden salt mine is particularly impressive due to its size and spectacular slides, while Hallein is the region's most historic mine. In Hallein, guests can also take a boat trip on a crystal-clear lake in the salt mine and visit the Celtic village on the Dürrnberg.