Sound of Music Tour
Discover the Sound of Music film set in Salzburg
Few films have made Salzburg as famous as The Sound of Music (German title: Meine Lieder – meine Träume), the 1965 Hollywood classic starring Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer. The movie, based on a true story, was filmed at original locations in and around Salzburg.
The official Sound of Music Tour takes you to the most iconic filming sites while showcasing Salzburg’s highlights and the stunning Salzkammergut region.
Sightseeing tour through Salzburg and the Salzkammergut
The tour starts at Mirabell Gardens, where Maria and the children danced around the Pegasus Fountain while singing Do-Re-Mi. The next stop is Leopoldskron Palace, which was used as the Trapp family’s home. At Hellbrunn Palace, you’ll find the reconstructed glass pavilion from the Sixteen Going on Seventeen scene.
Passing by Nonnberg Abbey, where Maria and the Baron married in 1927, the tour continues to Lake Fuschl and St. Gilgen at Lake Wolfgang – famous for the breathtaking opening scenes. The final stop is Mondsee, home to the church where the wedding scenes were filmed
During the journey, you’ll hear the most famous Sound of Music songs, and a small surprise gift awaits you.
Sound of Music – The Musical in Salzburg
After over 2,000 performances on Broadway and 2,400 in London, the musical returned to its roots in 2011, premiering at Salzburg’s Landestheater.
For the film’s 50th anniversary in 2015, a special exhibition titled “Illusion, Reality, and the Third Reich” was held at the former Villa Trapp in Salzburg-Aigen. In 2022 and 2023, the musical by Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein returned to the Landestheater’s stage.
Tickets and more information are available in the ticket shop.
Experience Salzburg on the Trail of Sound of Music
From Hotel Amadeus, you can reach the most famous Sound of Music locations within minutes. Immerse yourself in Salzburg’s film setting and relive the magic of this world-renowned story.
Book your stay now and experience Salzburg from a whole new perspective!
Sound of Music Dinner Show – A Night of Music & Culinary Delights
Enjoy the unforgettable melodies of The Sound of Music in a unique setting! The Sound of Music Dinner Show at Sternbräu Restaurant in Salzburg’s historic old town brings the Trapp family’s story to life.
The Program:
🎤 A recorded interview with Maria von Trapp about her family’s story
🎶 Traditional Austrian folk songs, also performed by the Trapp family
🎼 Cheerful Mozart pieces and famous operetta melodies
🍽 A special four-course Sound of Music menu
A musical evening filled with emotions, history, and exquisite cuisine!
Image Credits: © SalzburgerLand Tourismus
