Discover the rich history and cultural heritage of Salzburg’s city center on a 2.5-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local historian guide. Explore medieval and baroque buildings, learn about the salt commerce, musical history, and the captivating stories of Mozart and the Trapp family singers.
This 2.5-hour walk starts with an exploration of Salzburg’s Burgher Town with its narrow, crooked little streets and the unique passageways of the so-called ‘Getreidegasse.’ Salzburg’s commercial center still retains its medieval charm, contrasting with the grand, spacious Baroque squares of the district where the Archbishops once presided over the city in their Residence.
We pass by Mozart’s Birthplace and the Festival Halls before reaching the Benedictine monastery of St. Peter, which dates back to 696 AD. Along with stories of Salzburg’s medieval salt trade and medical innovations, we follow the childhoods of Wolfgang and Nannerl Mozart, as well as the life story of the city’s other great musical son, composer Michael Haydn.
By the end of the walk, visitors will be familiar with our local customs and traditions, our cultural and political history, and our rich musical heritage. Last but not least, you will learn the true story of the global movie classic ‘The Sound of Music’s’ Trapp family, one of the most authentic refugee tales of the Second World War.
Points of Interest
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Getreidegasse
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Mozart’s Birthplace
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Insight Cities Salzburg
- Professional scholarly guide
- 3-hour walk through the historical center of Salzburg
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Mozart Residence Admission
Embark on an enlightening 2.5-hour journey with a knowledgeable and friendly local historian that introduces you to the historic heart of Salzburg. Soak in the array of well-preserved Medieval and Baroque structures, and delve into the town’s salt trade, musical heritage, distinctive culture, and somber wartime history. Your visit includes a trip to the Benedictine St. Peter’s Abbey, a significant site in the city’s oldest quarter. You’ll receive a riveting insight into the childhood of Mozart and his sister in Salzburg, and the fascinating real-life narrative of the Trapp family singers – renowned from the worldwide film phenomenon, The Sound of Music, and one of the genuine large-scale stories of refugee experiences during World War II.
- Your tour guides are professors, doctoral students, historians, journalists, art critics, or published authors
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
