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St. Gilgen

St. Gilgen Attractions

There's something enchanting about smaller cities. Whether you're visiting St. Gilgen for a couple of days or you're contemplating staying a little longer, it won't take you long to fall in love with this destination. In fact, with so many wonderful things to do and awesome attractions to enjoy, you mightn't want to leave!

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Number of things to do
37
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Salzkammergut: Sandstone Beer Cellar Tour: $12
Top 5 things to do
Under $25
With kids

What to do in St. Gilgen

Free Things to Do in St. Gilgen

Leave your wallet in the hotel. It's a cinch to have fun in St. Gilgen without surrendering a penny.

Mozartplatz Square - This is a lively area where you can soak in the vibe and experience local life.

Things to Do in St. Gilgen with Kids

There's fun for all the family in St. Gilgen. Here are a few family friendly experiences you can do together that are certain to make your getaway unforgettable:

 

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St. Gilgen showing a lake or waterhole, mountains and a small town or village

Zwoelferhorn Cablecar

You can take time to visit Zwoelferhorn Cablecar during your travels to St. Gilgen. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Zwoelferhorn Cablecar
Mozartplatz Square

Mozartplatz Square

You can find out about the history of St. Gilgen with a stop at Mozartplatz Square. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Mozartplatz Square
Mozart Memorial House

Mozart Memorial House

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Mozart Memorial House in St. Gilgen. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Mozart Memorial House

Abarena Theme Park

Bring the kids to Abarena Theme Park and enjoy the excitement of this theme park in Abersee. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Abarena Theme Park

Zwoelferhorn Cablecar Mountain Station

You can find out about the history of St. Gilgen with a trip to Zwoelferhorn Cablecar Mountain Station. Wander the lakeside in this quaint area.

Zwoelferhorn Cablecar Mountain Station

Musikinstrument Museum

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Musikinstrument Museum during your trip to St. Gilgen. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Musikinstrument Museum

Heimatkundliches Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Heimatkundliches Museum in St. Gilgen. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Heimatkundliches Museum

 

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Popular day trips from St. Gilgen

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut showing heritage elements and a lake or waterhole

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

Mondsee featuring a bay or harbor, a lake or waterhole and mountains

Mondsee

Strobl which includes outdoor art and heritage elements

Strobl

Photo by Matthias Fischer

Abtenau

Photo by Prima Melissa Dsouza

Fuschl am See

Photo by Ibrahim Evsan

Faistenau

Photo by Lifetravellerz

Hintersee

Unterach am Attersee

Unterach am Attersee

Frequently asked questions

Is St. Gilgen worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to enjoy the local charm and cultural highlights or sample unique foods and venture into nature, there are many things to do in St. Gilgen.
How do I spend a day in St. Gilgen?
Once you've checked off key attractions like Abarena Theme Park and Heimatkundliches Museum, spend some time enjoying the retail and food options in St. Gilgen.
What is the top tourist attraction in St. Gilgen?
Abarena Theme Park is one of the top tourist attractions in St. Gilgen and deserves a place on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in St. Gilgen?
You can easily tick off popular sights like Abarena Theme Park, Heimatkundliches Museum and Pilgrimage Church of St. Wolfgang with a three-day getaway in St. Gilgen. On average, most travelers book three days here. There's plenty to discover nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Salzkammergut.
What are some activities to do in St. Gilgen with kids?
Planning what to do in St. Gilgen with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're vacationing with teenagers or toddlers, there's a range of family-friendly tours and activities to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in St. Gilgen for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or thrill seeker, there's no shortage of things to do in St. Gilgen for adults.
Are there free things to do in St. Gilgen?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in St. Gilgen is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on hip neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can experience without taking your wallet out. Pilgrimage Church of St. Wolfgang is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.