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Mozart’s Salzburg

🔒 Instant Access: Book now and start immediately. No need to wait for a guide.

⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.

🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 10 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.

📍 Starting Point: Mozart Residence, Makartplatz 8, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.

🌐 Available In: 🇩🇪 Deutsch 🇬🇧 English

Places you will visit

10

It will take you

70-100 mins

You will walk

2500 steps

Total distance

1.9 km

Route you will explore

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Starting point Mozart Residence
Makartplatz 8, 5020 Salzburg, Austria
Finish point Kapuzinerkloster
Kapuzinerberg 7-1, 5020 Salzburg, Austria

About this quest

Play a city game and go on a walking tour of Salzburg where you will learn about Mozart and visit some of the city’s most beautiful sights. 

You will play the role of an aspiring pianist who must solve the mystery of Mozart’s lost opera.

Are you up for the challenge?

What to Expect

This self-guided walking tour in Salzburg combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 10 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.

The entire quest takes approximately 5100 minutes to complete and covers 1.9km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.

Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Salzburg.

No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.

Highlights

  • Visit some of Salzburg’s most iconic sights

  • Find out more about Mozart, one of the greatest composers in history

  • Enjoy one of the breathtaking views Salzburg has to offer

The mission: Your story in Salzburg

You are Anne, an aspiring pianist of Austrian descent who is looking for the perfect piece to perform during her audition at Juilliard, a famous music school in New York. 

A relative in Salzburg tells you that before dying Mozart wrote an opera that never saw the light of day. You decide to fly to Salzburg to find out the truth. Playing this opera could be your shot at attending Juilliard next year, and you are willing to do anything.

Now it’s up to you to solve the mystery of Mozart’s lost opera. 
  • Best during the day
  • Best for couples
  • Recommended activity for families

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.

Important Information

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Duration

Approximately 5100 minutes

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Distance

1.9km walking

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Group Size

Unlimited

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Difficulty

Easy to Moderate

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)

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Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time

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Need to Know Before Booking

  • You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
  • Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
  • Internet connection required to download the quest initially
  • Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed

Ratings and Reviews

4.51

179 ratings

5 Stars
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SODENT

16 Jan 2026

Anoushka

27 Dec 2025

michelew

11 Dec 2025
great way of seeing parts of Salzburg off of the beaten track

Kristína Dzivá

08 Nov 2025

AnaSL

25 Oct 2025

Beat the best: Top Salzburg explorers

AnoushkaSeeker
3327 XP
sidRookie
3100 XP
Rebecca HoldenRookie
3100 XP

Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

FeatureRegular Guided ToursQuesto
Flexibility
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
$30-$40 per person
Affordable per-group pricing
Availability
Requires advance booking
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Passive listening to a guide
Active gamification; you solve the mystery

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Frequently asked questions

What is the Salzburg Mozart City Exploration Game all about?

It’s a self-guided adventure where you follow clues around Salzburg while uncovering Mozart’s life and the city’s musical history. Think of it as part walking tour, part puzzle hunt.

Could this be a fun date idea in Salzburg?

Absolutely. Strolling through Baroque squares, solving music-themed puzzles, and hearing stories about Mozart’s life is a unique and romantic way to spend time together.

Is it good for families with kids?

Yes—especially for school-age kids or teens who enjoy music and puzzles. They get to explore iconic sights like Mozart’s birthplace while playing detective.

What famous places will I see on the quest?

Expect highlights like Mozart’s Birthplace, the Salzburg Cathedral, Getreidegasse, and other Baroque gems—plus a few hidden courtyards and quiet spots you might miss on a standard tour.

Is it okay for solo travelers?

Definitely. You can take your time, enjoy the music-filled atmosphere, and play through the clues without rushing.

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