Salzburg Card and admission fees for museums in Salzburg

Salzburg is not only a picturesque city to admire from the outside, but it also has many fascinating museums and attractions that are worth exploring. However, visiting these places can be expensive. To make the most of your time and budget, it is advisable to learn the prices in advance to calculate your expenses.

Here are the ticket prices for Salzburg's main tourist attractions in 2025:

- Hohensalzburg Fortress: A round-trip funicular ticket with admission to two museums costs 15 euros for adults and 8.00 euros for children (Basic Ticket). All-inclusive ticket with three museums is 18 euros. Panorama ticket costs 12 euros.

- Mozart's birth house and the second apartment: The price for adults is 15 euros, for children 3.50 euros. The combi ticket for both museums costs 23 euros.

- Museum of the Natural Sciences - Haus der Natur: The price for adults 15 Euro, for children 10 Euro.

- The Palace of the Archbishops and the Cathedral Quarter: The cost for adults is 15 euros and for children 5 euros.

- Hellbrunn Palace and the Trick Fountains: The price 15.00 euros for adults and 6.50 euros for children.

- Hellbrunn Zoo: The price for adults is 16.00 euros, for children 6.50 euros.

- Boat trip on the Salzach River (April-November): Depending on the category, it costs 16 euros, 18 euros, or 36 euros.

- Stiegl Brewing Museum - Stieglbrauwelt: The price for adults is 19.90 euros, for children 12.50 euros.

- Museum of Contemporary Art - Haus der Moderne: The price for adults is 16.00 euros + lift, and children are FREE.

- Cable car to the Untresberg Mountain: The price for adults is 34 euros, for children 16.50 euros.

If you're planning to spend one, two or three busy days in Salzburg exploring its museums, it’s highly advisable to buy the Salzburg Tourist Card. This card grants free entry to most attractions in the city and allows complimentary use of public transport. With the card, you can bypass long lines and enter many museums without waiting at the ticket counter. Holders of the Tourist Card can also enjoy discounted tickets for daily tourist concerts; some city hotels offer a 10% discount for those purchasing a 48-hour or 72-hour tourist card.
The price of the Salzburg Card

The Salzburg Card is a pass that provides access to various tourist attractions in Salzburg. The prices for the card are listed below:

- 24 hours: 31 euros for adults and 15,50 euros for children (6-15 years old) from May 1 to October 31. From November 1 to April 30, the price is 28 euros for adults and 14 euros for children.

- 48 hours: 40 euros for adults and 20 euros for children from May 1 to October 31. From November 1 to April 30, the price is 36 euros for adults and 18 euros for children.

- 72 hours: 46 euros for adults and 23 euros for children from May 1 to October 31. From November 1 to April 30, the price is 41 euros for adults and 20,50 euros for children.

The Salzburg Card is valid from the first time it is scanned and is counted in hours. If you intend to use public transportation, you must fill out the card with the date, time and your name before boarding. You can buy the Salzburg Card at your hotel or tourist information offices at the train station and Mozartplatz. I recommend buying it online at the Website of the Salzburg Tourist Office to have it on your smartphone.

It is essential to consider the time of year, as not all attractions are open year-round due to seasonal closures for maintenance and revisions.

If you are interested in joining my tour, I can provide information on local attractions, including their opening hours and estimated duration. Additionally, I can assist you in planning your activities in Salzburg. If your group consists of 20 or more people, you may be eligible for a discounted Salzburg Card.

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Please send your inquiry via email or use the contact form with the following details: tour date, tour name, number of participants, and meeting point. I will respond with accurate information and pricing.

How much does your service cost?

The estimated prices are: Salzburg Walking Tours cost 180 - 300 Euro, half day tours in Salzburg and the suburbs in my minibus 350 - 450 Euro, and full day tours 650 - 850 Euro, depending on distance and program.

How many people can fit in your minivan? Can our baby sit on our lap?

My minivan can accommodate up to eight people. Children may not sit on a parent's lap. Child boosters are available at no additional charge.

What does your service cover?

Qualified guide service in Salzburg (Professional Austria Guide since 2006). Customized tour planning based on your preferences. Travel in a Volkswagen Caravelle T6 minivan with room for up to eight passengers. There are no additional charges for tolls or parking.

What is not included in your tours?

Entrance fees, accommodations, meals and drinks.

What are the payment methods?

I accept payments via bank transfers, PayPal (with a commission), credit cards, and cash. Please be aware that using a credit card will result in a 3% fee.

Can we hire you to be just a driver for us?

Yes, but it does not affect the price. I am a licensed tour guide with extensive knowledge and high qualifications. Therefore, my time costs more than the time of a taxi driver.

We drive our own car. Can we hire you as a guide only?

Yes, you can, but I wouldn't recommend it. When I drive my van, I know where to go, where to slow down, where to stop, and I can explain without having to focus on showing the way. Plus, my van is roomy with great visibility from the sedan. The price does not make a big difference either.

If we are just a few people and don't need a minivan, can you give us a tour in a smaller car for a lower price?

I am self-employed and have one minivan. I can't provide the tour in a smaller car.

There are more than eight of us. Can you help us book a bigger bus?

Due to the amount of information required by bus companies to calculate costs and require a deposit, organizing a large coach is a time-consuming process. Therefore, I prefer to refrain from booking tourist buses. However, I can provide information about transportation companies or organize a second minivan with a professional guide.

Can we hire you for a few days?

Yes, I offer multi-day itineraries too.

Can you give us a tour of just the town of Hallstatt?

No. I don't offer tours, just of Hallstatt. I offer full-day tours from Salzburg to the lake district, including Hallstatt, or full-day tours focusing on the Hallstatt region.

Can you give us a half-day tour from Salzburg to Hallstatt?

Yes, I can. But remember that a half day is 4 hours. The way from Salzburg to Hallstatt and back takes 3 hours. Would you be happy to spend 3 hours in the car for only 1 hour in the place you want to go? Hallstatt is one of many picturesque towns in the Salzkammergut Lake District. Instead of fixating on Hallstatt, I suggest you add other beautiful towns and lakes where you can discover the real Austria and not just the touristic side of it.

Is it possible for us to join a group tour with you?

No, I don't group individual travellers. It's not possible as a one-person company.

Could you be our photographer on the tour we have booked with you?

Yes, I really enjoy photography! If you'd like, I'd be happy to take some photos of you with your own equipment, free of charge. If you're looking for high quality, professionally edited shots, I can use my Nikon camera and do some expert post-production to get the best results - this service would cost an additional €100.