Top 15 Classical Concerts in Salzburg

1.Mozart Concert at Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3,498 reviews · 1h 30m · from $49Our pick

Spend 90 minutes in Salzburg’s Marble Hall at Mirabell Palace, hearing Mozart and other classical composers performed live by changing ensembles and soloists. You’ll exchange your voucher for a ticket on the first floor, then enjoy a concert with one 15-minute interval. Reserved seating is available, and the intimate room offers good views from most places.

“we attended the Christmas night performance and it was absolutely beautiful. Amazing musicians in a stunning setting!”

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2.Salzburg Cathedral: Organ Concert at Midday

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,007 reviews · 30 min · from $10Best value

Enter Salzburg Cathedral for a 30-minute midday recital featuring two organists and several of the cathedral’s seven organs. Hear contrasting pipe-organ tones beneath the vast dome, with introductions in German and English. The concert includes cathedral admission for the musical performance, but seats are not reserved.

“After reading the reviews for this concert, we knew we wanted to try to see it. Wow! It was everything that people said and more. The cathedral itself is steeped in history and is a place to sit and take in its beauty all around you. Then you add the organist and her incredible ability?! It was amazing. It was the best concert we have ever attended. The talent, the surroundings, the acoustics—everything was perfect. If you can go while visiting Salzburg, you must.”

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3.Best of Mozart Fortress Concert and Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,424 reviews · from $93

Spend about 3.5 hours at Salzburg’s Hohensalzburg Fortress with a three-course dinner at the Panorama Restaurant and a classical concert. Ride the funicular up and down at no extra cost, enjoy city views, and hear Mozart alongside Haydn, Bach, Schubert, Dvorak, or Strauss. Choose Classic or VIP dining, with drinks included only in the Golden VIP option.

“Wonderful food and service. Incredible location. Excellent performers and very spirited!”

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4.Salzburg 2.5-Hour Walking Tour: Mozart, Old Town & More

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 987 reviews · 2h 30m · from $53

Begin at Mirabell Palace and cross the Makartsteg into Salzburg’s Old Town. Your English or German guide leads you to Getreidegasse, Mozart’s Birthplace, historic churches, squares, and medieval buildings. Guides such as Junko and June are known for lively storytelling, local tips, and, when appropriate, a beautiful song inside a church.

“Our guide June was so lovely. We learnt so much about Salzburg's history with many interesting facts and stories. We highly recommend doing this tour with June.”

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5.Mozart Concert with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 835 reviews · 2h 30m · from $100

Spend 150 minutes at St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, Europe’s oldest restaurant, with opera singers and the Amadeus Consort Salzburg. You’ll hear arias from *The Magic Flute*, *Figaro*, and *Don Giovanni* between courses of a three-course dinner inspired by 18th-century recipes. Book ahead, arrive before 7 p.m., and budget extra for drinks.

“It was a great night. Fabulous food, and wonderful music.”

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6.Best of Mozart Fortress Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 762 reviews · from $49

Ride the funicular from Festungsgasse to Hohensalzburg Fortress, then hear Mozart and other classical favorites in the Golden Hall or another fortress concert room. Expect a 90-minute evening performance by professional soloists or the Mozart Chamber Orchestra of Salzburg, plus sweeping views over Salzburg. Smart-casual dress is required.

“Great location for a concert. The musicians were very talented & we especially enjoyed the pianist & lead violinist. The music was varied with Mozart, Strauss, a polka & a Slavonic piece. It was quite warm but we were seated closer to the open windows which helped a little. The negatives were that we were seated in the last row even though we paid for Category B & we were one of the first couples to arrive. I would have paid less & chosen the cheapest category had I known that we were going to be seated in the last row. We were also very irritated that we dressed up…”

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7.Best of Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Hohensalzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 598 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Ride the funicular to Fortress Hohensalzburg, dine above Salzburg, and hear a roughly 90-minute concert of Mozart to Strauss in historic rooms. Choose the classic, VIP, or Golden VIP package. VIP options add better seating, and Golden VIP includes drinks and an intermission sparkling wine. Smart casual dress is required.

“The meal was delicious; the concert was spectacular. These two facts superceded the fact that both the restaurant and concert hall were dreadfully hot. Also, the online description of this tour made it seem as though the dinner and concert were at the same location. The signage outside of the restaurant could have been more specific in stating “Mozart Concert Dinner”. It simply said “Dinner”…which outside of a restaurant makes sense, but that didn’t suggest it was dinner for those attending the concert. So we walked to the concert location, only to have to walk back to the restaurant. I would suggest you indicate the events, though at the fortress…”

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8.Palace Concert at the Marble Hall of Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 469 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $50Top rated

Spend an evening in Salzburg’s ornate Marble Hall, where Mozart once performed. You’ll hear Mozart and other classical composers played by skilled soloists and ensembles, often on period instruments. Choose numbered Category I seating or first-come, first-served Category II seats. The concert lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes with one intermission.

“Great event in Mirabell Marble Hall, excellent music and musicians who love Mozart, perfect acustic and atmosphere. Beautiful evening!”

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9.Old Town, Mozart, & Mirabell Gardens Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 461 reviews · 2 hours · from $45

Walk from Mirabell Palace through Salzburg’s Old Town with an English-speaking guide such as Annabelle, Florian, or Andreas. You’ll see filming spots from The Sound of Music, Mozart’s Birthplace, major churches, Residenzplatz, and the fortress view from Kapitelplatz. Expect a brisk, story-filled introduction rather than museum visits.

“Our guide was fantastic. He kept us entertained and interested the entire tour. Would highly recommend.”

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10.River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 406 reviews · 5 hours · from $128

Spend an evening moving from river to fortress: take a 40-minute Salzach cruise, ride the funicular to Hohensalzburg, enjoy dinner at the Panorama Restaurant, then hear a chamber ensemble perform Mozart and other classical favorites. The $128 package suits first-time Salzburg visitors, but requires walking, stairs, and smart-casual dress.

“Stunning concert in the fortress performance hall overlooking the city.”

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11.Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg with River Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 280 reviews · 4 hours 10 minutes (approx.) · from $136

You’ll cruise the Salzach River, ride the funicular to Hohensalzburg Fortress, enjoy a set dinner with city views, and hear Mozart performed in the Golden Hall. Choose standard or VIP dining. The evening lasts about four hours and ten minutes, with no hotel transfers and many steep steps to the concert room.

“Overall it was a great opportunity to see Salzburg from the river, eat some good food and enjoy some Mozart. What I didn’t understand is why they couldn’t have had a guide because it was at times confusing going from 1 part of the city to another. I certainly don’t think a guide was necessary for the entire trip but perhaps this company could provide at least as t a YouTube video explaining everything so to make this a more cohesive experience. If”

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12.Dinner and Classical Concert at Mirabell Palace

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 247 reviews · 4 hours · from $104

Begin with a three-course Austrian dinner at Restaurant Mirabell in the Sheraton Grand Salzburg, then walk five minutes to Mirabell Palace for an 8:00 PM chamber concert in the Baroque Marble Hall. Expect a polished evening, strong musicians, and a self-guided change of venue, with drinks and a nightcap extra.

“A lovely experience that reflects the essence of Salzburg in my view”

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13.Best of Mozart Concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg in Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 220 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $52

Enjoy a 90-minute Best of Mozart concert in Fortress Hohensalzburg’s Golden Hall. Your ticket includes funicular rides up and down, while the evening brings Mozart, other classical favorites, and Salzburg views after dark. Arrive smartly dressed, allow time for stairs inside the fortress, and note that drinks cost extra.

“Beautiful music on top of the world inside a medieval castle filled with history and a cultural aura second to none.”

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14.Salzburg Old Town Walking Tour, Mozart, Mirabell Gardens

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 201 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about two hours with a licensed English-speaking guide, walking from Salzburg Congress through Mirabell Gardens, across the Salzach, and into the Old Town. You will see Mozart’s birthplace and residence, Getreidegasse, Salzburg Cathedral, and Hohensalzburg Fortress from below. Entry fees are not included, and the group can reach 25 people.

“It was very informative and went at a good pace. The guide had extensive knowledge of Salzburg and its history”

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15.Mozart Dinner Concert in Salzburg

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 185 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Spend about three hours at Salzburg’s St. Peter Stiftskulinarium, first mentioned in 803. Enjoy a three-course meal inspired by 18th-century recipes while the Amadeus Consort Salzburg performs Mozart arias, duets, and instrumental favorites in Rokoko costume. Arrive early for the best chance of a comfortable seat.

“The show was very professional and entertaining with extremely talented performers. The dinner is five stars, taking you back to the times and tastes of Mozart. Overall, a fun evening that should not be missed by culture, music and food enthusiasts when visiting Salzburg.”

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