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Salzburg Old Town, Fortress, Cathedral Private Walking Tour

11 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 11 reviews collected by City Boat Tours and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Salzburg, Austria

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Overview

Experience the heart, history and heritage of Salzburg on a private tour of the Old Town. Visit the Mirabell Garden and see Mozart's birthplace.

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

3-hour: Old Town Highlights & Kollegienkirche
Visit the Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden; and see the highlights of Salzburg's Old Town

4-hour: Old Town, Kollegienkirche & Salzburg Cathedral
Visit Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden; and see the highlights of Salzburg's Old Town

6-hour: Old Town, Kollegienkirche, Cathedral & Fortress
Visit Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey & Mirabell Garden; and see the highlights of Salzburg's Old Town

What's Included

  • Free entry to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey (3, 4, 6-hour options only)
  • Free entry to the Mirabell Garden (all options)
  • Private Walking Tour of Salzburg’s Old Town and Top Attractions
  • Free entry to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey (in 2-hour option)
  • Entry to Mirabell Palace and St. Peter's Abbey
  • Regular tickets to Salzburg Cathedral (in 2 and 3-hour options)
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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Hubert-Sattler-Gasse
5020 Salzburg, Austria

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What To Expect

Marktfrauen-Brunnen

Meet your guide in front of the Marktfrauen-Brunnen (next to St. Andrew Parish Church), Hubert-Sattler-Gasse 3, 5020 Salzburg, Austria.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mirabell Palace

walking tour to discover Salzburg’s highlights in a nutshell. Stroll through the baroque Mirabell Gardens, surrounded by breathtaking alpine scenery, while your guide shares myths and facts about the city’s past.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Mozart's Birthplace

See Mozart’s birthplace and residence, and hear stories about his life and legacy. Every square and alley reveals something special, from the impressive white façade of Kollegienkirche to the magnificent Salzburg Cathedral.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Kapitelplatz & Kapitelschwemme

The tour ends in Kapitelplatz, offering a fantastic view of Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburg’s medieval hilltop castle.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Kollegienkirche (Collegiate Church)

Explore more of Salzburg, including visits to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter’s Abbey. Step inside the University of Salzburg’s church, a UNESCO-listed masterpiece with a striking white interior and famous organ. Your guide will also lead you through the serene courtyards of St. Peter’s Abbey, a medieval monastery that has been the city’s spiritual center for over a thousand years.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Salzburg Cathedral

Experience Salzburg’s rich heritage with entry to Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, and the courtyard of St. Peter’s Abbey. The Baroque cathedral stands on the site of a church from 774 and has witnessed the city’s most important events. With included tickets, step inside to admire breathtaking frescoes, an enormous organ, and the font where Mozart was baptized.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Fortress Hohensalzburg

The most complete Salzburg experience, including Fortress Hohensalzburg, Salzburg Cathedral, Kollegienkirche, and St. Peter’s Abbey. Skip-the-line tickets allow you to take the funicular up to the fortress without waiting. Explore its lavish princely chambers, including the Golden Hall and Golden Chamber, and see fascinating exhibits in the Fortress Museum, Rainer Regiment Museum, Marionette Museum, and Armory.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Check your email the day before the tour for information from Rosotravel.
  • The number of attractions depends on the selected opinion.
  • Mirabell Garden may be partially closed in winter time. Palace tickets are not included.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Salzburg Old Town, Fortress, Cathedral Private Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

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  • Free entry to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey (3, 4, 6-hour options only)
  • Free entry to the Mirabell Garden (all options)
  • Private Walking Tour of Salzburg’s Old Town and Top Attractions
  • Regular tickets to Salzburg Cathedral (4 and 6-hour options only)
  • (number of attractions depend on the option selected)
  • All-inclusive skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg via funicular (6-hour option only)
  • Pickup from hotel or accommodation in the Old Town
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
  • Free entry to Kollegienkirche and the courtyard of St. Peter's Abbey (in 2-hour option)
  • Entry to Mirabell Palace and St. Peter's Abbey
  • Regular tickets to Salzburg Cathedral (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • All-inclusive skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg via funicular (in 2, 3, & 4H option)
  • Pickup from hotel or accommodation outside the Old Town

Additional Info

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Check your email the day before the tour for information from Rosotravel.
  • The number of attractions depends on the selected opinion.
  • Mirabell Garden may be partially closed in winter time. Palace tickets are not included.
  • Church tours during mass and special events are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.
  • You will visit only the courtyards of St. Peter’s Abbey.
  • Salzburg Cathedral tickets will be purchased on spot, during the church’s opening hours: Monday-Saturday from 8 am to 5 pm, and on Sunday from 1 pm to 5 pm.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to Fortress Hohensalzburg provide faster entry without queuing at the cash desk. Admission is for all areas of the castle complex and a round-trip funicular ride. We apologize for the inconvenience but due to funicular’s revision, from 13.01.2025 until 31.01.2025 you can only reach the fortress via the footpath.
  • Pickup service is available for accommodations for locations within 1,5 km away from the designated meeting point.

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Free Cancellation

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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