Things to do in Sankt Valentin

Activities, attractions and tours

    find price illustration

    Explore activities

    Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer.
    calendar shield illustration

    Book with ease

    Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities.
    trophy illustration

    Treat yourself

    Members save % or more when you book activities.

Top places to visit

1. Mirabell Palace

In Italian, ‘mirabile’ means amazing. And the Mirabell Palace, tucked up between the Salzach River and the rising peak of the Kapuzinerberg, is certainly that. Built, as so many of Salzburg's palaces were, by one of the city's Prince Archbishops, it has been a lovers' hideaway, a Baroque glory and a neoclassical summer-home for the Emperor. The Palace remains a sumptuous temple to love inside—its famed Marble Staircase the ultimate prop for many weddings. But it's the outside that grabs the attention first. The Mirabell gardens are some of the most elegantly arranged in Salzburg.
Learn more
Conceived as a palace for a mistress, the Mirabell Palace remains a splendid setting for love matches, its elegant lawns often decked with brides and grooms.

2. Salzburg Cathedral

In a city of dramatic vistas and astounding buildings, it takes a church of epic imagination to stand out amongst all the spectacle. Salzburg Cathedral (Salzburger Dom) manages that challenge with consummate ease—a cathedral scaled to fit in among Salzburg's rearing mountains and fortresses, while quietly outshining them with its bold Baroque design. Best-known for its superb 70-metre high copper-green dome, the Dom has always been at the heart of city's religious and social life.
Learn more
Salzburg Cathedral showing a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage elements

3. Fortress Hohensalzburg

The Festung Hohensalzburg is a picture-perfect ideal of a medieval castle. With its many turrets and towers, broad walls and fluttering flags—all standing proud atop the forest-clad Festungsberg mountain—it begs to be snapped. The castle's towers soar another 30 metres above the 240-metre mountain, dominating the skyline of Salzburg's Altstadt (or Old Town quarter). This is a fortress that looks impregnable. And it probably was. It only ever came under serious siege by irate townsfolk, in 1525, during the German Peasants War. They failed to breach the Festung Hohensalzburg, and the 'High Salzburg Fortress' survives to this day, undefeated, and relatively unscathed by war.
Learn more
Fortress Hohensalzburg which includes landscape views

4. Mozart's Birthplace

Mozart’s Birthplace (Mozarts Geburthaus) is the childhood home of one of the world’s most famous and prodigious composers, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Following his birth in 1756, Mozart lived here with his family until 1773. Mozart’s Birthplace became a museum in 1880 and has acquired numerous original artifacts from the composer’s widow and children. It presents a fascinating insight into the upbringing, life and talent of a musical genius.
Learn more
Mozart\'s Birthplace which includes interior views and music

5. Hellbrunn Palace

Salzburg definitely has grander (and more historically important) palaces than the Hellbrunn Palace. But it's unlikely you'll find any as playful as this 17th century Baroque villa. Not that the 'Schloss Hellbrunn' is lacking in architectural significance—it is one of the finest examples of the early Baroque styles in Austria. And its historical connections are pretty strong too—the Prince Archbishops of Salzburg built, and then used this palace, from 1612.
Learn more
Hellbrunn Palace which includes a castle, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

6. Getreidegasse

At one end: a sheer climb up, to a mountain of green and grey. At the other: a road that is swallowed by a building, before leaping across the Salzach River. And in between, a crowded corridor of ancient shops, busy boutiques and antique stores–all squeezed tightly beneath a narrow sliver of Salzburg's sky. Welcome to Getreidegasse, the merchant street that has had a thousand years of trade and barter echoing around its narrow alleys and iconic squares.
Learn more
Getreidegasse showing a city, street scenes and shopping

What to do in Sankt Valentin

Popular places to visit

Unternberg Ruhpolding

Unternberg Ruhpolding

Hit the slopes in Ruhpolding with a visit to Unternberg Ruhpolding. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Unternberg Ruhpolding
Ruhpolding Ski Area

Ruhpolding Ski Area

Hit the slopes at Ruhpolding Ski Area during your trip to Ruhpolding. Discover the area's mountain views and monuments.

Ruhpolding Ski Area

Chiemgau-Arena

Catch an event at Chiemgau-Arena during your trip to Ruhpolding. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Chiemgau-Arena

Vita Alpina

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Vita Alpina during your travels in Mühlwinkl. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Vita Alpina

Rauschenberg Train Cable Car

You can take time to visit Rauschenberg Train Cable Car during your travels to Ruhpolding. Discover the mountain views and spas in this quaint area.

Rauschenberg Train Cable Car

Barthlomaus Schmucker Heritage Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Barthlomaus Schmucker Heritage Museum during your trip to Ruhpolding. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Barthlomaus Schmucker Heritage Museum

Ruhpolding Amusement Park

Bring the family to Ruhpolding Amusement Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Ruhpolding. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Ruhpolding Amusement Park

Church of Saint George

Church of Saint George is just one of the places to see in Ruhpolding, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Church of Saint George

Disc Golf Ruhpolding

Explore the great outdoors at Disc Golf Ruhpolding, a lovely green space in Ruhpolding. While in the area, you can find time to visit its spas.

Disc Golf Ruhpolding

Frequently asked questions

Is Sankt Valentin worth visiting?
Known for its walking trails and mountain biking, finding awesome things to do in Sankt Valentin is easy. Be sure to add Unternberg Ruhpolding to your trip itinerary when here.
How do I spend a day in Sankt Valentin?
Vita Alpina is a good place to kick-start your sightseeing adventures. Be sure to check out the dining and shopping options in Sankt Valentin while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Sankt Valentin?
Spend a day at Unternberg Ruhpolding and see why it's ranked as the top tourist attraction near Sankt Valentin.
Is three days enough to stay in Sankt Valentin?
Three days in Sankt Valentin is a good amount of time to experience the nearby highlights. A favorite among travelers is Unternberg Ruhpolding and Vita Alpina, so why not put them on the to-do list while you're in the area?
Is Sankt Valentin a walkable neighborhood?
If walking around new destinations is your thing, Sankt Valentin won't disappoint. You can reach key attractions like Unternberg Ruhpolding and Vita Alpina on foot. At 0.97 kilometers from the center, the popular neighborhood of Grashof is also close enough for a good stroll. The same goes for Mühlwinkl, about 0.64 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Sankt Valentin with kids?
Planning what to do in Sankt Valentin with kids has never been simpler. Whether you have toddlers or teenagers, there's a range of family-friendly activities to keep everyone happy here.
What to do in Sankt Valentin for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food connoisseur or adventure seeker, there are lots of things to do in Sankt Valentin for adults.
Are there free things to do in Sankt Valentin?
One of the best free things to do in Sankt Valentin is visit Church of Saint George. You can also stroll around nearby neighborhoods and explore parks and other green spaces in the area. If you're stuck for ideas, just ask a local tour guide.