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

“It was fun and informative. We were late for a few minutes because our train got delayed, but they waited for us when i informed them before hand.”

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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

“The boat ride was interesting and relaxing. Dinner at the fortress was fantastic! The concert was even better! We saw a string quintet and in addition to Mozart they played some fun pieces and engaged the audience. It was an intimate bathing which added to…”

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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

“WHAT A FUN TOUR! The boat ride was stunning and then the connecting bus was so much fun, the man driving it had such a great energy it boosted my mood! The trick gardens are incredible, I had so much fun! Definitely recommend… though it…”

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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

“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…”

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6.Amphibious Splash Tour on the Water and on the Land in Salzburg

Experience the thrill of an amphibious splash tour in Salzburg. Explore the water and land in one incredible adventure. Don't miss out, click here now!

★ 4.5

“It was good fun. The driver was very good in explaining the surroundings and history in nice and humorous way. Enjoyed very much.”

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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

“Our British boat captain and bus driver was delightful. The outdoor tour of Hellbrunn was very interesting, to say the least! My father had seen this before 64 years ago and was so eager to show me things inside the house. He was terribly disappointed…”

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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

“The Austrian countryside and the historic center of Salzburg amazed us with their beauty. The guide was very professional and helpful. He was friendly and willing to assist. 10 points! Overall, we were thrilled with this experience.”

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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

“Was advertised as river cruise and then concert. 2-1/2 hours, done by 7:30. Instead, the cruise was done by 5:45, and the concert didn’t start till 8:30. We had made other plans after 7:30, and couldn’t make the concert because of the misleading time announcement.”

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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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