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Overview
See The Sound of Music in the city in which it takes place, and enjoy an afternoon of theater for the whole family at the Salzburg Marionette Theater. Famous throughout the world, the Salzburg Marionette Theater is now included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. Watch professional puppeteers and marvel at the amazing lifelikeness of the marionettes.
Operated by
Salzburger Marionettentheater GmbH
Ratings & Reviews
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Truly magical experience
Jokuc, Dec 2025
I'm at a loss for words how good this was. I am a musical enjoyer, so I might like this more than those who aren't into musicals, but the performances of the puppeteers, the music and direction of this cut-down version of the story paired with the wonderful highly detailed puppets truly brought this to life. The show is worth every penny, however the only downside I have to mention is that the room is not very tilted, so if you have a tall person in front of you it can be quite difficult to see - therefore being close to the stage is a must.
We were so fortunate that...
Teresa_J, Aug 2025
We were so fortunate that our guide on the Sound of Music bus tour recommended the Marionette Theater. It was an amazing experience and the show was so well done! Can't recommend this experience highly enough!
7 Puppets to bring us all together
Joseph B, Aug 2025
This was a fantastic experience. A fun way to spend a few hours in a historical setting. Be aware of seating assignments. If sitting behind a tall individual you will need to move around to see the stage.
If you are a Sound of...
ShaunetteR_R, Aug 2025
If you are a Sound of Music fan, definitely worth seeing this version of it, and its not just for the kids, it's for any age!
Itinerary
Salzburg Marionette Theater
In this unique, baroque, audience hall with 350 seats, there have been operas, musicals, plays, and fairy tales performed here such as the one showcased here: The Sound of Music - "A delightful surprise from start to finish" - The New York Times. Performed in English, and subtitled in various languages. The duration is 1 hour and 45 minutes.
The Salzburg Marionette Theatre employs 12 puppeteers trained in a wide variety of trades and professions. Qualities common to all of them are musicality, manual skill, and the ability to empathize with the various characters in order to bring the marionettes alive on stage. The Salzburg Marionette Theatre has evolved its own technique, which is used as a model by many marionette theaters worldwide. The puppeteers’ training, which takes place exclusively in the theater itself, demands just as much time and perseverance as learning to play a musical instrument.
Shows are subject to seasonality and won't all be available at one time. Be sure to check back to see what new shows will be playing next.
Admission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Ticket
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Infant seats are available on request, dress code is smart casual
- No short trousers in the evening
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.