The Sound of Music in Salzburg Self-Guided Audio Tour

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1
  Basilika St. Michael

  Located in the lakeside town of Mondsee, this grand Baroque basilica is instantly recognizable as the church where Maria and Captain von Trapp’s wedding was filmed in The Sound of Music. Inside, visitors will find ornate altars, decorative frescoes, and an impressive high-vaulted interior.

  10 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 2
  Sankt Polten

  This charming village sits on the shores of Wolfgangsee, surrounded by green mountains and beautiful Alpine scenery. Its colorful houses, waterfront promenade, cafés, and connections to Mozart’s family make it a peaceful destination in the Salzburg Lake District.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 3
  Untersberg

  Rising dramatically outside Salzburg, Untersberg is one of the region’s most recognizable mountains. Visitors can take the cable car toward the summit for sweeping views of Salzburg, the surrounding valleys, and the distant Alpine peaks.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 4

  This striking glass-and-steel building houses an impressive collection of historic aircraft, helicopters, racing cars, and other high-performance vehicles. Its futuristic architecture, aviation displays, and stylish interiors make it one of Salzburg’s most modern attractions.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 5
  The Sound of Music Trail

  Located near Werfen, this scenic trail leads through meadows and countryside associated with The Sound of Music. The walk offers beautiful views of the surrounding mountains and Hohenwerfen Castle, along with themed information about the film.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 6

  This imposing medieval fortress stands high above the Salzach Valley, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery. Visitors can explore its fortified courtyards, historic rooms, defensive towers, and exhibitions while enjoying panoramic views over Werfen.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 7

  Fritzerkogel is a rugged Alpine mountain that forms part of the spectacular scenery around Werfen. Its rocky summit and green slopes create a classic Austrian backdrop similar to the landscapes featured throughout The Sound of Music.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 8
  Hallstatt Skywalk

  This viewing platform stands high above Hallstatt and offers breathtaking views of the historic village, Hallstätter See, and the surrounding mountains. It is one of the best places to appreciate the remarkable natural setting of the Salzkammergut region.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 9
  Residenzbrunnen

  Standing in the center of Residenzplatz, this elaborate Baroque fountain features sculpted horses, mythological figures, and cascading water. The surrounding square also appeared in The Sound of Music as Maria walked through Salzburg singing “I Have Confidence.”

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 10

  Set within the historic St. Peter’s Abbey complex, this atmospheric restaurant is often described as one of Europe’s oldest dining establishments. Its elegant rooms, traditional Austrian dishes, and centuries-old surroundings make it a memorable stop in Salzburg’s Old Town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 11
  Makartplatz

  This spacious square is surrounded by important Salzburg landmarks, including Mozart’s Residence, the Church of the Holy Trinity, and Hotel Bristol. It is also associated with scenes from The Sound of Music and offers an attractive connection between Mirabell Gardens and the Old Town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 12

  This historic pedestrian street runs through a lively part of Salzburg’s Old Town. Its traditional façades, small shops, cafés, and connections to the former Bürgerspital complex make it a pleasant route for exploring the city on foot.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 13
  Felsenreitschule

  Originally created as a riding school, this dramatic performance venue is carved into the rocky face of Mönchsberg. Fans of The Sound of Music will recognize it as the setting for the festival performance where the von Trapp family sings before making their escape.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 14

  This stairway connects the Festival District with the elevated streets leading toward Hohensalzburg Fortress. Though mainly a route marker, it provides an interesting transition between Salzburg’s grand cultural buildings and its steep medieval lanes.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 15

  This steep historic lane climbs toward Hohensalzburg Fortress through one of the oldest parts of the city. Traditional buildings, stone walls, and elevated views give the street a distinctly medieval atmosphere.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 16

  This historic funicular carries passengers from the Old Town up to Hohensalzburg Fortress in just a few minutes. During the climb, visitors can enjoy increasingly impressive views across Salzburg’s rooftops and surrounding mountains.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 17
  Fortress Hohensalzburg

  Dominating Salzburg’s skyline, this vast medieval fortress is one of the city’s most important landmarks. Its courtyards, state rooms, towers, museums, and panoramic terraces offer a fascinating look at Salzburg’s history and spectacular views across the Old Town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 18
  Stift Nonnberg

  Founded in the early medieval period, Nonnberg Abbey is one of the oldest continuously operating convents in the German-speaking world. It is closely associated with Maria von Trapp and appears several times in The Sound of Music as the abbey where Maria begins her story.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 19

  Kaigasse is a narrow historic street running beneath the fortress at the edge of Salzburg’s Old Town. Its colorful buildings, hidden courtyards, small businesses, and quiet atmosphere make it an enjoyable alternative to the busier central streets.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 20
  Mozartplatz

  This elegant square is centered around a prominent statue of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Surrounded by historic buildings and museums, it also appears in The Sound of Music during Maria’s journey through the city.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 21

  Running near the Salzach River, Schwarzstraße passes several of Salzburg’s important cultural buildings. The street connects the Mirabell area with attractions such as the Salzburg Marionette Theatre and offers attractive views toward the Old Town.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 22
  Staatsbrucke

  Staatsbrücke is one of the principal bridges crossing the Salzach River in central Salzburg. From the bridge, visitors can enjoy wide views of the Old Town, riverside buildings, church towers, and Hohensalzburg Fortress above the city.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 23
  Schloss Frohnburg

  This elegant palace was used as the exterior entrance to the von Trapp family home in The Sound of Music. The tree-lined approach and distinctive yellow façade can be seen when Maria first arrives at the villa and during several later scenes.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 24

  This street runs through Salzburg’s historic Nonntal district beneath Nonnberg Abbey and Hohensalzburg Fortress. It is mainly used as a connecting route but offers views of traditional buildings and the quieter southern side of the city center.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 25

  This road functions primarily as a navigational point within the tour rather than a major sightseeing attraction. The exact Google Maps pin should be verified before publishing because several roads in the region use similar versions of this name.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 26
  Grunmarkt

  Located beside Kollegienkirche, Grünmarkt is a lively market filled with stalls selling fresh produce, flowers, bread, cheeses, meats, and regional specialties. It is a great place to experience everyday Salzburg life and sample traditional Austrian food.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 27
  Schloss Hellbrunn

  Built as a summer pleasure palace, Hellbrunn is famous for its beautiful grounds, decorative interiors, and playful trick fountains. The estate also contains the gazebo used for the “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” scenes in The Sound of Music.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 28
  Marko Feingold Steg

  This pedestrian bridge crosses the Salzach River and is known for the thousands of colorful love locks attached to its railings. It also provides excellent views of the Old Town, Hohensalzburg Fortress, and the buildings lining the river.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 29

  This large natural history and science museum features exhibitions on dinosaurs, wildlife, space, geology, technology, and the human body. It also includes an aquarium, reptile displays, and interactive experiments, making it especially popular with families.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 30

  The Mönchsberg Elevator provides a quick and convenient ride from the Old Town to the top of Mönchsberg. At the upper level, visitors can access panoramic viewpoints, walking trails, and the Museum der Moderne Salzburg.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 31
  Mönchsberg

  Mönchsberg is the wooded ridge rising above Salzburg’s Old Town. Its peaceful paths and scenic overlooks provide beautiful views of the fortress, cathedral domes, Salzach River, and surrounding Alpine landscape.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 32

  This small historic fountain is named after Saint Rupert, the patron saint and founder associated with Salzburg. Tucked within the city’s older streets and courtyards, it offers a quieter glimpse into Salzburg’s religious and architectural heritage.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 33

  This richly decorated church forms the spiritual heart of St. Peter’s Abbey. Its interior combines Romanesque foundations with elaborate Baroque decoration, including ornate altars, painted ceilings, sculptures, and detailed religious artwork.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 34
  Alter Markt

  Alter Markt is one of Salzburg’s oldest market squares, surrounded by narrow pastel-colored buildings, traditional cafés, and historic shops. The square is also home to the city’s smallest house and several businesses selling the famous Mozartkugel.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 35
  Mozart's Birthplace

  Located on Getreidegasse, this bright yellow building is where Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was born in 1756. The museum displays family portraits, personal belongings, historical documents, and instruments connected with the composer’s early life.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 36

  Mozartkugel is Salzburg’s famous chocolate confection, traditionally made with marzipan, pistachio, nougat, and dark chocolate. Visitors can find different versions throughout the Old Town, with Café Fürst known for creating the original recipe.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 37
  PFERDESCHWEMME - HORSE WELL

  This impressive Baroque horse pond was originally used to wash and water the horses of Salzburg’s prince-archbishops. Its detailed murals and horse sculpture also appear in The Sound of Music during Maria and the children’s cheerful carriage ride through the city.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 38
  Grosses Festspielhaus

  The Great Festival Hall is one of the main venues of the world-famous Salzburg Festival. Its broad stage and impressive auditorium also served as the filming location for the von Trapp family’s final performance in The Sound of Music.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 39

  Located in the gardens of Hellbrunn Palace, this glass gazebo is associated with the songs “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” and “Something Good.” Although the interior scenes were filmed on a studio set, the pavilion remains a favorite photo stop for fans.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 40
  Schloss Leopoldskron

  This elegant lakeside palace provided the setting for the rear terrace and garden of the von Trapp home in The Sound of Music. Its reflective lake, grand façade, and views of Untersberg create one of the film’s most recognizable landscapes.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 41
  Mirabell Palace

  Built for Salzburg’s prince-archbishop, Mirabell Palace is known for its elegant Baroque architecture and magnificent Marble Hall. The palace remains an important cultural landmark and stands beside the gardens featured prominently in The Sound of Music.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 42
  Mirabellgarden

  These beautifully arranged Baroque gardens feature symmetrical flowerbeds, sculptures, fountains, stairways, and carefully trimmed hedges. Several parts of the “Do-Re-Mi” sequence were filmed here, making the gardens one of Salzburg’s most recognizable movie locations.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 43
  Pegasus Fountain

  At the center of this fountain stands a striking sculpture of Pegasus, the winged horse from Greek mythology. In The Sound of Music, Maria and the children dance around the fountain during the energetic “Do-Re-Mi” sequence.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 44

  This decorative fountain area in Mirabell Gardens represents the four classical elements of earth, air, fire, and water. Its sculptures, formal landscaping, and palace surroundings showcase the artistic detail of Salzburg’s Baroque garden design.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 45
  Mozartsteg

  This graceful pedestrian bridge crosses the Salzach River and connects Mozartplatz with the eastern side of Salzburg. Maria and the children cross the bridge during the “My Favorite Things” montage in The Sound of Music.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 46
  Salzburg Marionette Theater

  This historic theatre presents operas, musicals, and fairy tales using beautifully crafted marionettes and elaborate miniature scenery. Its skilled puppeteers bring each character to life through carefully coordinated movements, music, lighting, and detailed costumes.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 47

  Hidden within the St. Peter’s Abbey complex, this traditional bakery continues to prepare bread using historic methods. The bakery’s water-powered mill, rustic interior, and aroma of freshly baked loaves create a memorable connection to Salzburg’s everyday history.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 48
  Hotel Bristol Salzburg

  Overlooking Makartplatz, Hotel Bristol is a historic luxury hotel known for its grand façade and elegant interiors. Its central location places it close to Mirabell Gardens, Mozart’s Residence, the Salzburg State Theatre, and several Sound of Music filming locations.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 49
  Kapitelplatz

  Kapitelplatz is a spacious square beneath Hohensalzburg Fortress, surrounded by historic religious and administrative buildings. It is known for its giant chessboard, bustling atmosphere, fortress views, and the striking golden Sphaera sculpture.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 50
  Sphaera

  Sphaera is a contemporary artwork featuring a large golden sphere topped by a small human figure. Its modern design creates a striking contrast with the historic buildings and medieval fortress surrounding Kapitelplatz.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 51
  Domplatz Market

  This enclosed square stands directly in front of Salzburg Cathedral and is framed by elegant archways and historic buildings. It is also the setting for the famous annual performance of Jedermann during the Salzburg Festival.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 52
  Salzburg Cathedral

  This magnificent Baroque cathedral is distinguished by its twin towers, grand dome, ornate façade, and richly decorated interior. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart was baptized here and later performed sacred music in the cathedral.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket not included
• 53
  Residenzplatz

  Residenzplatz is one of Salzburg’s grandest public squares, surrounded by the Old Residence, New Residence, cathedral, and historic townhouses. It appears in The Sound of Music as Maria crosses the square while singing “I Have Confidence.”

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free
• 54

  This memorial fountain stands along Kaigasse, one of Salzburg’s quieter historic streets. Its modest design and traditional surroundings provide a small but interesting stopping point while walking between Mozartplatz, Nonnberg Abbey, and the fortress district.

  5 minutes • Admission ticket free

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