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Salzburg: Day Trip from Vienna by Bus

Salzburg cityscape with Hohensalzburg Fortress and Salzach River on a day trip.

Explore the most popular sights at Salzburg on an unforgettable day trip. Visit the original filming locations of the movie The Sound of Music and walk in the footsteps of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

Highlights

  • Enjoy a picturesque bus ride through the beautiful landscape of Salzkammergut.

  • Stop for Instagram-worthy pictures at Lake Wolfgangsee.

  • See Salzburg's most popular sights on a guided walking tour.

  • Visit some film locations of the movie The Sound of Music.

Inclusions

  • Bus trip from Vienna to Salzburg in modern coach

  • Guided city walk of Salzburg

  • Expert tour guide (English or Spanish)

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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It was has described. Guide and driver were professional. We enjoyed the tour with the Guide and the free time in Salzburg.
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Sit back and unwind on a comfortable bus on a relaxing drive to Salzburg. As you peer out the window, you will come across endless landscapes of greenery of the beautiful countryside of Salzkammergut. The majestic range of mountains and clear lakes are truly a treat for the eyes. Any fans of “The Sound of Music” will recognize the landscape from the opening scenes of the movie.

Walking tour of Salzburg

Once you reach Salzburg, your tour guide will be ready to take you on a guided walking tour of its most popular tourist sights. The first stop is the stunning Mirabell Palace where you might recognize a few famous locations from the movie The Sound of Music. In the garden of the palace you will spot the place where Maria and the children sang “Do-Re-Mi-Fa-So.” Marvel at the fountains and the steps as you reimagine scenes from the movie. Next, you will notice the horse pond where Baron Trapp sang the iconic Edelweiß song as he bid farewell to Maria.

One of the major highlights of the city tour of Salzburg is Getreidegasse. This is the street that houses the birthplace of the legend Mozart. With iconic designs from the 18th century, the street is a delightful stop on your tour.

Other popular attractions that you will visit include the University Church, the Salzburg Cathedral, the Festival Hall, and St. Peter’s Abbey.

Towards the evening, you will have some time to explore the city on your own where you can eat, shop, or simply admire the city’s sights and sounds. The estimated time of arrival back in Vienna is around 8pm.

Accessibility

  • Guide dogs are allowed.

Additional information

  • The departure from Salzburg will be at 4pm, so make sure that you arrive on time.

  • Make sure to carry your passport with you.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID to your tour guide.

  • Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the start time of your tour to avoid delays.

  • If you have purchased reduced-price tickets, please carry your valid photo ID proof for verification.

Meeting Point

  • The meeting point is in front of the Vienna State Opera.

  • Address: Staatsoper - Opernring 2, 1010 Vienna, at the HOP ON HOP OFF bus station Staatsoper.

How to get there

  • Accessible with the U1 and U4, please take the exit “Oper”. Look out for an employee wearing a yellow Vienna Sightseeing uniform

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Validity

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