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Private Sound of Music Experience with Elisabeth von Trapp Family

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Private Sound of Music Experience with Elisabeth von Trapp Family

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Private Sound of Music Experience with Elisabeth von Trapp Family

Duration: 8 hours
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Highlights

Note: Elizabeth is only available from May to November 1, 2025, and then again next year, from May to November 2026.
We apologize for the inconvenience.


Why This Experience is Truly Once-in-a-Lifetime


Imagine hearing "Edelweiss" sung by Maria von Trapp's granddaughter at the very locations where the real family lived and the iconic movie was filmed. Picture standing in Mirabell Gardens - not with a tour guide holding an umbrella - but with Elisabeth herself, who carries the von Trapp legacy in her voice, her stories, and her heart.


This is access that money cannot usually buy.


While thousands of tourists shuffle through Salzburg on standard Sound of Music tours every year, only a privileged few will ever experience the authentic von Trapp story told by someone who lived it. Elisabeth isn't reciting memorized facts from a script - she's sharing her grandmother's legacy, her family's truth, and the real story behind the Hollywood magic.

Itinerary

  • Mirabell Palace Concerts

    1 hoursAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Meet Elisabeth von Trapp at the Mirabell Gardens, where the "Do-Re-Mi" scene was filmed. Walk through the baroque gardens to the fountain and the steps the children danced on, and hear family stories about the real von Trapps: Elisabeth is the granddaughter of Georg von Trapp, and Maria, his second wife, was her step-grandmother. Take photos at the filming locations while she explains how the scene was made.
  • Stift Nonnberg

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Nonnberg Abbey, the Benedictine convent above the old town where the real Maria was a novice before she went to the von Trapp house as a teacher, and where she and Georg von Trapp were married in 1927. Elisabeth explains where the real story and the film part ways. The abbey is seen from outside.
  • Erzabtei Stift St. Peter Salzburg

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    St. Peter's Cemetery at St. Peter's Archabbey, one of the oldest cemeteries in Salzburg, with its arcades and wrought-iron grave crosses below the cliff. It inspired the graveyard where the family hides in the film (the scene itself was shot on a set in Hollywood). Elisabeth tells the real story of the family's escape, which was very different.
  • Salzburg Cathedral

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Salzburg Cathedral on Domplatz, the baroque heart of the old town, where Mozart was baptised and later worked as organist. In the film the wedding was shot in the basilica at Mondsee; the real Maria and Georg married at Nonnberg Abbey, and Elisabeth explains why the film moved it.
  • Mozart's Birthplace

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Walk through the famous Getreidegasse shopping street and view Mozart's birthplace from the exterior. Elisabeth explains Salzburg's rich musical heritage and the connection between Mozart's legacy and her own family's musical tradition. Discover how the von Trapp family became part of Salzburg's cultural fabric and why music was so central to their story. Perfect photo opportunity on Salzburg's most famous street.
  • Residenzplatz

    20 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Residenzplatz and its baroque fountain, where Maria splashes the water while singing "I Have Confidence" on her way to the von Trapp house. Elisabeth shares stories about the real family's life in Salzburg in front of the Residenz, the old palace of the prince-archbishops.
  • Felsenreitschule

    15 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    See the exterior of the famous Rock Riding School where the von Trapp family's final concert scene was filmed in the movie. Elisabeth explains the real history of this venue, its significance to Salzburg's festival culture, and shares family stories about performances and music. Learn about Salzburg's renowned festival tradition and how the von Trapp family fit into the city's musical heritage.
  • Schloss Leopoldskron

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Visit the stunning lakeside Leopoldskron Palace, featured prominently in the Sound of Music film for the exterior shots of the von Trapp villa. Walk along the lake where iconic scenes were filmed and hear Elisabeth explain which parts were shot here versus at other locations. Learn about the palace's fascinating history and enjoy breathtaking views across the lake to the Untersberg mountain. Perfect for photography and understanding how Hollywood created movie magic.
  • Schloss Hellbrunn

    40 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    See the famous gazebo from the "Sixteen Going on Seventeen" scene, relocated to Hellbrunn Palace grounds. Elisabeth shares stories about the filming and performs near this iconic location. Explore the beautiful palace grounds, learn about the prince-archbishop's summer residence, and enjoy the parkland setting. This is one of the most photographed Sound of Music locations, and Elisabeth brings it alive with authentic stories and music.
  • Panorama Altstadt

    1 hours 30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Stroll through Salzburg's UNESCO World Heritage Old Town with Elisabeth as your personal guide. Walk the same cobblestone streets the von Trapp family knew, discover hidden courtyards and passageways, and visit multiple Sound of Music filming locations throughout the historic center. Elisabeth shares family stories, local legends, and insider knowledge about Salzburg's baroque architecture, cultural heritage, and why this city captivated the world through the movie. Stop at traditional shops, see beautiful churches, and experience authentic Salzburg life.
  • Mondsee

    45 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    The Basilica of St. Michael in Mondsee, where the wedding scene of the film was shot. Walk down the aisle Maria walked in the film, see the baroque interior, and hear Elisabeth explain why the film used Mondsee: the real Maria and Georg married in 1927 at Nonnberg Abbey in Salzburg. Then a short walk through the lakeside market town.
  • Fortress Hohensalzburg

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Not Included
    Hohensalzburg Fortress, seen from the best viewpoints in the old town (we do not go inside). Elisabeth talks about Salzburg's history and about the city in the 1920s and 1930s, when the von Trapp family lived here.
  • Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

    30 minsAdmission Ticket Free
    Drive through the stunning Salzkammergut Lake District, the scenic Alpine region featured in the movie's opening scenes. Enjoy panoramic viewpoints overlooking crystal-clear lakes, dramatic mountains, and picturesque Austrian villages. Elisabeth shares stories about the region's significance to the von Trapp family and explains how these landscapes captured the world's imagination through the film. Stop at scenic overlooks for photos and to experience the natural beauty that made Sound of Music so visually stunning.

What's included

INCLUDED

Private transportation
Private guided tour with Elisabeth von Trapp (Maria's granddaughter)
WiFi on board
Bottled water
Air-conditioned vehicle
Musical moments (Elisabeth often sings traditional songs)
Licensed Austrian tour guide service
Parking Fees

NOT INCLUDED

Lunch and refreshments (recommendations provided; included in VIP Full-Day option)
Entrance fees to paid attractions (if applicable - most locations are exterior viewings)
Personal expenses and souvenirs
Gratuities (optional but appreciated)
ickup from locations outside 8km Salzburg radius (available for additional fee)

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Additional information

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Inside the palaces there are stairs and therefore not recommendable for wheelchairs.

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