The 15 Best Concerts in Salzburg

1.The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6,129 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $90Our pick

Ride from central Salzburg to The Sound of Music filming sites with an English-speaking guide. See Mirabell Gardens, Leopoldskron, Hellbrunn, Lake Wolfgang, and Mondsee Cathedral, while enjoying movie music, film stories, and views of Austria’s Lake District.

“We enjoyed our tour and all the sites. We had a great guide, Jose F who had a wealth of knowledge on the history of the Sound of Music. He was fun!”

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2.Salzburg: Original Sound of Music Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5,059 reviews · 4 hours · from $88

Spend four hours tracing The Sound of Music around Salzburg and the Lake District. An English-speaking guide such as José, Kylie, or Mitch combines film stories, Salzburg history, soundtrack sing-alongs, and stops at Leopoldskron, Nonnberg, St. Gilgen, and Mondsee.

“Really enjoyed the tour. Grew up watching this film and visiting various locations from the film made it more exciting. The visit to the Lake District finished the tour off well. We had an hour free in the village of Mondsee and there was a lovely little cafe to get food and drinks. Would recommend”

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3.Salzburg: Mozart Concert at Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,498 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49

Spend 90 minutes hearing Mozart and other classical composers in Mirabell Palace’s Marble Hall, where Leopold Mozart, Wolfgang, and Nannerl once performed. You’ll exchange your voucher for a ticket before the concert, enjoy one 15-minute intermission, and choose between reserved seats and open seating.

“amazing. One of the best things to do in Salzburg. Great musicians and great place.”

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4.Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,424 reviews · from $93

Ride the funicular to Salzburg’s 900-year-old Hohensalzburg Fortress, enjoy a three-course meal at the Panorama Restaurant, then hear Mozart, Strauss, Bach, Haydn, or Schubert in the Golden Hall. Choose Classic or VIP dining, and arrive smartly dressed without large bags.

“trstaurant view and service and concert. old improve the food”

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5.Salzburg 2.5-Hour Walking Tour: Mozart, Old Town & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 987 reviews · 2h 30m · from $53

Begin at Mirabell Palace with guides such as Junko, June, Melody, or Julia, then cross the Makartsteg into Salzburg’s Old Town. Expect Mozart, churches, medieval lanes, Sound of Music links, local history, and an optional Mönchsberg view. English and German tours run for 150 minutes.

“The guide, Junko, was very patient and took more than the time alloted to explain Salzburg history in detail. She gave an amazing vocal performance at St Peter's church too.”

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6.Salzburg: Mozart Concert with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 835 reviews · 2h 30m · from $100

Spend 150 minutes at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, where the Amadeus Consort Salzburg performs Mozart arias and duets between courses of an 18th-century-inspired dinner. Expect opera singers, period costumes, candlelight, shared tables, and drinks purchased separately.

“Was a wonderful experience. We were with kids 5 and 10 years old. The performers were so nice, talented and the concert was very interactive ♥️ food was great and the evening was so memorable ♥️ big thank you !!!!”

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7.Salzburg: Best of Mozart Fortress Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 762 reviews · from $49

Ride Salzburg’s funicular to Hohensalzburg Fortress for a 90-minute concert of Mozart, Strauss, Haydn, Schubert, and more. Depending on the date, hear the Salzburger Mozart Ensemble or Mozart Chamber Orchestra in the Golden Hall, with time to enjoy the fortress views before and after.

“Music & venue fantastic!! My only suggestion would be to maybe showtime a little earlier in the evening. Loved it!! Thank you🇦🇹🙏🏽💙”

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8.Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 598 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Ride Salzburg’s funicular to Hohensalzburg Fortress for dinner and a Best of Mozart concert. Classic, VIP, and Golden VIP options vary by menu, seating, drinks, and extras. Expect a memorable setting, stairs between venues, and roughly 90 minutes of music.

“Dinner was fabulous as was the concert. Unfortunately there were several loud, rude people behind us and none of the ushers stepped in to ask them to be quiet or to wait outside. Even the musicians at one point looked over because the people were talking so loudly during the performance. Overall I would recommend and it was great value for the money.”

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9.Salzburg: Hallstatt and Sound of Music Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 522 reviews · 10 hours · from $164

Spend about two hours exploring Hallstatt, then return to Salzburg for a Sound of Music tour with film locations, Schloss Leopoldskron, the gazebo, and Mondsee’s Basilica St. Michael. Guides such as Kylie, Jose, Callie, and Simon are known for lively movie stories and singing.

“It was a very long day to do both Hallstatt and Sound of Music. Perhaps I would break it up over 2 days.”

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10.Salzburg: Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 469 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Spend about 1 hour 45 minutes hearing Mozart and other classical works in Mirabell Palace’s Marble Hall. You’ll choose Category I numbered seating or Category II open seating, with a short intermission, cloakroom, and optional drinks and snacks.

“Beautiful hall and great concert. It felt as if I where taken back to the 18th century. It is a must see if Salzburg.”

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11.Salzburg: Old Town, Mozart, & Mirabell Gardens Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 461 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Join an English-speaking local guide such as Annabelle, Andreas, or Florian for a brisk two-hour walk from Mirabell Gardens through Salzburg’s Old Town. See Mozart’s Birthplace, the cathedral, Residenzplatz, and Sound of Music locations, then finish near the fortress funicular.

“The Guide was extremely helpful and informative. She made the tour fun and she kept my attention throughout.”

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12.Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 406 reviews · 5 hours · from $128

Start with a 40-minute Salzach River cruise, then make your way to Fortress Hohensalzburg by funicular for dinner and a Mozart concert. Expect English or German assistance, smart-casual dress, some walking, and stairs inside the Golden Hall.

“Excellent experience and a good value. Enjoyed the whole experience.”

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13.Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 280 reviews · 4 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $136

Spend an evening seeing Salzburg from the Salzach, riding the fortress funicular, dining above the Old Town, and hearing Mozart in an intimate concert hall. The package lasts about four hours and ten minutes. Choose a standard or VIP dinner, but plan for uphill walking and many steep stairs.

“People should know about the 300 steep stone steps that have to be traversed to access the concert. For anyone this could be challenging. As an able but older person I found this exgausting. Had I known about the 300 steps I would not have booked this activity.”

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14.Salzburg: Dinner and Classical Concert at Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 247 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

Begin at Restaurant Mirabell in the Sheraton Grand Salzburg with a three-course Austrian dinner, then walk five minutes to Mirabell Palace for chamber music in the Baroque Marble Hall. The concert begins at 8:00 PM, and you may finish with a drink at the hotel bar.

“It was such a wonderful experience start to finish, a really really nice way to spend an evening. If you can afford to do it, I would reccomend.”

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15.Best of Mozart Concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg in Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 220 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Ride the funicular to Salzburg’s Fortress Hohensalzburg for a 90-minute Best of Mozart concert in the Golden Hall. Expect skilled soloists, a 15-minute drink break, and superb night views. The ticket includes the ride up and down, but not food, drinks, or hotel transfers.

“Wonderful experience, we absolutely loved it! Enjoyed wandering through the castle before the concert - dinner could've been fun too! The funicular is quick and easy to get you up and the views (even though it was dark) were beautiful! The concert itself was so wonderful and loved the variety of songs played!”

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