Salzburg

11 Best Salzburg River Cruises

The Salzach cruises collected here are short, easy to book and simple to slot between sights. Boats run roughly April to October from the jetty near the Makartsteg bridge. Stay for the finale, when the captain spins the boat to a waltz before docking.

1.Salzburg: Amphibious Splash Tour on Land & on Water

Discover Salzburg on land and water with a 1.5-hour amphibious tour that combines iconic sights, expert guides, and fun water splashes for an unforgettable experience.

Most Popular★ 4.7

“The stuff is very friendly, funny and knowledgeable. They show passion for what they are doing and make the tour very pleasant”

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3.Salzburg: River Cruise, Dinner & Fortress Concert

Experience Salzburg’s magic with a river cruise, dinner at Hohensalzburg Fortress, and a Mozart concert—an authentic and memorable evening in Austria.

★ 4.6

“What an absolutely glorious activity. We loved the concert and it was a highlight for us. Such talented musicians and in such a spectacular room that transports you back in time. The restaurant was lovely, with a fantastic view and the food was great.”

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4.Salzburg: Boat Ride to Hellbrunn and Palace Visit

Discover Salzburg from the water and land with this combined boat and palace tour, featuring picturesque views, fun fountains, and a historic castle visit.

★ 4.4

“The boat ride itself is kind of lacking, and not as much as a tour as I thought as more of a short ride to where the bus brings you to the palace. The palace itself is nice and the trick fountains are a great,…”

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5.Mozart Concert and Dinner or VIP Dinner at Fortress Salzburg With River Cruise

Experience the magic of Mozart with a concert and dinner or indulge in a VIP dinner at Fortress Salzburg. Don't miss this unforgettable evening of music and luxury!

★ 4.5

“Awesome authentic experience! The boat tour was wonderful with the captain speaking 3 different languages. The food was INCREDIBLE and helped us branch out a little with our choices, it was fantastic and the view was breathtaking. The musicians were fantastic and it felt like…”

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7.River Cruise & Hellbrunn Palace & World-Famous Watertrick Fountains in Salzburg

Discover the enchanting blend of river cruising and the mesmerizing watertrick fountains at Hellbrunn Palace in Salzburg. Unforgettable experiences await!

★ 4.5

“The 10-15 minute boat trip was uneventful and we found the gardens not really interesting … We thought we were going to see actual rooms of the palace but we didn’t … Sorry but I wouldn’t recommend this tour at all unless you’re interested in…”

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9.Wachau, Melk Abbey, Salzburg (Sound of Music) and boat trip!

Discover Austria’s stunning landscapes and cultural gems on this full-day tour exploring Wachau Valley, Melk Abbey, Lake Traunsee, and Salzburg’s iconic sights.

★ 5.0

“Everything was on time, the vehicle was very comfortable, and our driver-guide was excellent—friendly, knowledgeable, and professional throughout the trip.”

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10.Best of Mozart Concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg With River Cruise

Experience the magic of Mozart's music in a stunning setting! Join us for a memorable concert at Fortress Hohensalzburg, followed by a delightful river cruise.

★ 3.0

“The boat trip and concert are two completely separate, unrelated activities 4 hours apart. Timings weren’t made clear until we collected the tickets for a 45 minute boat ride at 4pm and discovered the concert didn’t start until 8pm. Basically wasted three hours hanging around…”

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11.Konigssee Boat Cruise Private Tour from Salzburg

Discover the stunning Bavarian Alps with a private boat cruise from Salzburg, including charming Berchtesgaden and Königssee’s iconic landscapes.

“The company has great communication. The instructions for the ferry tickets were clear and easy to follow. Khaled who was our guide was easy to communicate with and informative. Overall we really enjoyed the whole experience. It was our first time in Austria and Salzburg…”

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