Christmas tour in Salzburg: experience the Christmas market

Experience Salzburg during Advent: With a guide through the old town, to the cathedral & through the Christmas market — including stories, tips & Christmas flair.
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Salzburg
1h30

About this Tour

Experience the magic of the Advent season on a guided Christmas tour through Salzburg! This atmospheric city tour takes you through festively decorated alleys, past historic sights such as Salzburg Cathedral, and right into the hustle and bustle of the famous Christmas market. With exciting stories, regional delicacies and cultural highlights, this experience is ideal for authentically discovering Salzburg in winter magic.

Steps of the tour

  • Meeting point at Residenzplatz at Information Booth No. 95 next to the big Christmas tree
  • Welcome from our certified guide
  • Walking through the old town with historical stories
  • Visit to the Salzburg Christmas Market with culinary recommendations
  • Information about “Silent Night, Holy Night”
  • Visit to Salzburg Cathedral with crib and Advent traditions
  • Visit to St. Peter Abbey
  • Thursdays: Opportunity to experience live wind concert at Residenzplatz (following the tour)

Who should take part in this tour?

This tour is aimed at families, couples, groups of friends and anyone who wants to experience the festive atmosphere of Salzburg up close. Ideal for culture and Christmas lovers.

Details to remember

What to bring to the tour?

  • weatherproof clothing
  • comfortable shoes
  • Optional: cash for purchases at the market

What is included in this tour?

  • 90-minute guided Christmas tour through Salzburg
  • Support from an experienced, certified Austria guide
  • Culinary recommendations & insider tips
  • Exciting insights into history & customs

Team events and private groups

It is a public tour. We also offer private tours for groups — feel free to check out our profile.

Duration

1h30

Location

Meeting point right at the information stand #95 of the Salzburg Christmas Market, right next to the big Christmas tree

Languages

German
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