Sound of Music Tour Salzburg: Filming Locations & Highlights

The Pegasus Fountain is where Maria and the children danced "Do-Re-Mi" in the actual film.

A 90-minute guided walk through Salzburg following the 1965 musical film's Austrian locations, led by a local host in a small group of up to eight. You visit the Pegasus Fountain in Mirabell Gardens where the famous "Do-Re-Mi" scene was shot, see Nonnberg Abbey where Maria was a postulant, and walk through Mozart Square and past Salzburg Cathedral. The route weaves movie moments with the city's real musical heritage and history.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore iconic Sound of Music sites

• Dance at Pegasus Fountain in Mirabell Gardens
• Visit historic square with fountain scene
• See exterior of Nonnberg Abbey convent
• Stroll through Mozartplatz square
• Admire Salzburg Cathedral exterior

The experience

The walk starts at the Pegasus Fountain in Mirabell Gardens, where Maria and the children sang and danced in the film. From there, your guide takes you to the historic square where Maria sang "I Have Confidence" while splashing in the fountain: a moment that captures her character's spirit. You'll see the exterior of Nonnberg Abbey, the actual convent where the character Maria was a postulant, then move through Mozart Square, a charming backdrop to several scenes that also anchors Salzburg's own musical legacy. The tour ends at Salzburg Cathedral, a significant landmark visible in the film and a centerpiece of the city's architecture.

Your local host shares behind-the-scenes stories about the 1965 production and its cultural impact, but the walk is not a film lecture. It's a route through Salzburg itself. The guide weaves in the city's history, its connection to Mozart, and everyday life in the neighbourhoods you pass through. The itinerary adapts to your walking pace and interests, so the experience feels personal rather than rushed. Stops may shift depending on weather, and the group stays small enough that you're not herded through crowds.

The walk takes 90 minutes and covers picturesque streets and hidden corners on foot. Strollers and prams work for infants and small children, and the terrain suits all fitness levels. Public transport stops are nearby if you need them. Entry fees for museums, monuments or transport are separate. The tour itself is the guide and the route.

What’s included

• Small group experience with up to eight travellers.
• knowledgeable local guide sharing filming stories and city history.
• personalised recommendations adapted to your interests and pace.

Options for this experience

3 options

90-minute tour in English11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Small group experience lasting 1 hour 30 minutes

90-minute tour in German11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Small group experience lasting 1 hour 30 minutes

Private 90-minute tourGuide in English or German · 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30Lasts 1 hour 30 minutes, reserved just for you, with several language choices offered

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 11:00, 14:30 and 17:30

Book up to3h before

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (13 to 17 years) · Child (6 to 12 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

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Is this one for you?Pick the private tour if you want your guide's full attention for the entire 90 minutes. Choose the shared tour if you're happy to walk with other guests and prefer a lower price.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (13 to 17 years); Child (6 to 12 years); Infant (under 6): free.

Where exactly is the Pegasus Fountain and what happens there in the film?

The Pegasus Fountain sits in Mirabell Gardens, where Maria and the children danced and sang "Do-Re-Mi" in the 1965 musical. It's the opening stop on the walk.

Will I see inside Nonnberg Abbey or just the outside?

You see the exterior of Nonnberg Abbey, the convent where Maria was a postulant in the story. Entry to the interior is not part of the tour.

How many people walk in a group, and can I book a private tour instead?

Groups stay at up to eight travellers. A private tour option is available at checkout if you prefer to walk with just your own party and a guide.

What's the walking pace like, and is it steep?

The walk is 90 minutes through charming streets and neighbourhoods at a pace that adapts to your group's comfort. It suits all fitness levels and covers ground on foot without major elevation changes.

Are there places to stop for a drink or a break during the walk?

The tour itself does not include stops for food or drinks, though public transport and neighbourhood cafés are nearby. You can plan a break before or after if you'd like.