Things to do in Salzburg

I did this trip solo and would totally recommend it to anyone who's still deciding. Visiting three landmarks in one day was definitely worth it. The schedule felt a bit rushed, especially in Hallstatt, but overall it was still a great experience. The bus was comfortable, and our guide Olgo was nice, friendly, helpful, and did a great job explaining things and keeping everyone entertained.

Very rushed schedule — “only ~2–3 hours free time in Hallstatt” after a long bus ride, which feels too short to explore properly. Tripadvisor 🔹 Too much time on the bus / at organized breaks — some tours spend extra time at partner restaurants or stops you didn’t ask for. Tripadvisor 🔹 Guide quality inconsistent — issues like poor sound systems or lack of commentary are mentioned. Tripadvisor 🔹 Nightmare experiences do exist — some tours have reports of no-shows or terrible communication. Tripadvisor 💡 In short: A group tour can be fine for basic sightseeing — but it rarely gives you enough time to enjoy Hallstatt’s charm fully on its own.

Hallstatt is a charming and picturesque village that feels almost like a postcard brought to life. We visited Hallstatt on a one day tour organised by this tour agency, travelling by bus from Salzburg and back on Christmas Eve. We arrived at around 10.15 am, and just as we stepped off the bus, it began to snow. The gentle snowfall created a magical atmosphere and provided a stunning backdrop to the beautiful streets and lakeside views. The village itself is small and serene, with a main street that is not very long, making it easy to explore on foot. Shops and stalls were just starting to open, adding to the calm and unhurried charm of the morning. As it was a day trip with limited time, we did not manage to visit the salt mine, and the Skywalk was closed during our visit. Instead, we chose to slow down and enjoy the moment by spending some time in a cosy café, soaking in the views and the peaceful winter ambience.

as a child who grew up watching The Sound of Music every so often with my cousins, seeing the sites and listening to the tracks of the film while on the bus amounted to an irreplaceable, memorable experience. thank you so much!! I felt so emotional singing along to my favorite The Sound of Music songs the entire trip.

great! Susan is a really the best tour guide. friendly and approachable. highly recommended to join this tour group!

The best and reliable guide. Punctual pick-up time. The guide was informative and able to explain briefly about Hallstatt. After Hallstatt, we also went to Wolfgangsee Lake. Great experienced with this service ✨

We had an amazing day trip to Hallstatt, Melk Abbey, and Salzburg. Our driver, Jessin, was absolutely fantastic—friendly, professional, and very attentive throughout the journey. The ride was extremely comfortable, making the long day very enjoyable. Jessin even took us to an additional stop that was breathtakingly beautiful, which was a wonderful surprise and truly enhanced our experience. Communication was smooth and clear from start to finish, and we really appreciated the snacks and water provided along the way. There were also plenty of washroom breaks, which made the trip very comfortable and well-paced. Highly recommended—this day trip exceeded our expectations!

Salzburg is beautiful, seeing birthplace of MoZart and where scenes of Sound of Music were filmed, just perhaps a bit too touristy with crowds galore on a Saturday. The Wolfgangsee Lake tour makes up the price of package - listening to songs of Sound of Music while you travel through the lake in 45 minutes.

This is good value for the money. we had the 48 hour card and we're able to visit most of the attractions! We decided to claim the card at the Mozartplatz tourist info location instead of going back to the Salzburg Hbf as it is already within the tourist attractions. would definitely purchase again if we are to go back to Salzburg.