The Original Sound of Music Tour Salzburg

Simon our guide was really really funny & entertaining. We loved every moment of this tour and I usually find tours boring. Especially loved the town & plaza where the wedding scene was filmed…and the divine cheesecake we had across the road from the church!

We did the bus tour and it was incredible!!! Brittney was our tour guide and I can’t remember the name of our bus driver, but he made really impressive maneuvers of the big bus in the town. The tour was so comprehensive - we learned so much about the actors and actresses, behind the scenes, and some history of Salzburg. We originally had wanted to do the bike tour but loved seeing the stunning Mountain View’s up near Mondsee. I would do this tour again and again, it was so fun!!

Jose was an awesome tour guide and Dragon was a wonderful bus driver. Jose was full of energy. He was constantly cracking jokes. We learned a lot about the Sound of Music on this tour. My friend and I enjoyed it a lot and would definitely recommend. After the tour we headed to Herzl since our ticket reservations came with a 3 course meal. It was a delicious meal after the tour.

Bloody brilliant. My partner is a huge fan and we came to Austria from the UK just for this. Kylie was our guide and she was just the best. Very friendly and likeable. Her love for the movie and the locations was infectious. The tour took in many of the films locations and it will be interesting watching the film again knowing some of the inside secrets!

Our Sound of Music tour was absolutely fantastic! Jose was a very knowledgeable and entertaining tour guide and made the whole trip an absolute pleasure. It was great to see all of the movie sights alongside the beautiful Austrian countryside. Ferdinand was also a great bus driver.

This tour was so good and thank you to David the tour guide who made it a fantastic day. He is very knowledgeable, friendly and the tour ran like a dream. There is a singalong as you drive through the gorgeous Austrian countryside and David keeps you well informed of what is coming up, the history behind it and how the film was adapted different locations. I haven’t posted too many photos so you can go and see the tour for yourself. Well worth booking and a fantastic tour to do when in beautiful Austria.

I have been on this tour twice and love it! This guided tour is so much fun and great for die-hard fans of the Sound of Music. Don't worry if you have someone you are bringing along that has never seen the movie, there's lots of history about the locations and the Von Trapp family. Perfect for adults and children alike!

Our family recently went on The Original Sound of Music Tour in Salzburg, and it was, without a doubt, one of the most memorable experiences of our entire trip. As longtime fans of the movie, we were excited to walk in the footsteps of the von Trapp family—and this tour exceeded all our expectations. Booking the tour was simple and straightforward. We opted for the half-day tour which lasted about 4 hours, and the bus was comfortable and air-conditioned—perfect for families. The staff was well-organized and ensured everything ran smoothly from start to finish. Our tour guide was a highlight in themselves—knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and entertaining. They balanced historical facts with fun trivia, stories from the movie’s production, and plenty of laughs. Their passion was infectious, and they kept everyone engaged, from kids to grandparents. The tour took us to all the iconic filming locations: • Mirabell Gardens – where Maria and the children sang “Do-Re-Mi”. Walking through those perfectly manicured gardens felt surreal. • Leopoldskron Palace – the lakeside view from the back of the von Trapp home. We didn’t go inside, but the exterior and lake were stunning. • Hellbrunn Palace Gazebo – yes, the “Sixteen Going on Seventeen” gazebo! It’s now fenced for safety, but still a magical spot to visit. • Nonnberg Abbey – the real abbey where Maria was a novice. We couldn’t go inside, but the view from above Salzburg was worth the stop. • Mondsee Cathedral – where the wedding scene was filmed. A gorgeous little town and the perfect place for a coffee break. We also enjoyed the scenic drive through the Salzkammergut Lake District, with breathtaking views that offered a break from the movie-focused part of the tour and showed off Austria’s natural beauty. What made the tour so special was how family-friendly it was. Our group had people of all ages, and everyone seemed to have a great time. The guide played songs from the movie on the bus, and a spontaneous sing-along broke out—cheesy in the best way! Even those in our family who weren’t major fans of the film ended up loving the experience. Whether you’re a die-hard Sound of Music fan or just want to enjoy the beautiful Austrian countryside and a bit of movie history, this tour is an absolute must-do. It was informative, fun, picturesque, and perfectly paced for families. We left with smiles, songs in our heads, and plenty of unforgettable memories. Highly recommended—bring your camera, your sense of wonder, and maybe even brush up on your lyrics!