What to do in St. Gilgen

Activities, attractions and tours

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

Places to Visit in St. Gilgen

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Recommended things to do in St. Gilgen

Number of things to do
34
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Bad Ischl Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour: NZ$11
Top 5 things to do
Half-day tours
With kids

What to do in St. Gilgen

Discover the most popular places to visit in St. Gilgen

St. Gilgen featuring mountains, a lake or waterhole 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 visit to 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 browsing the exhibits at Mozart Memorial House during your travels in St. Gilgen. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Mozart Memorial House

Abarena Theme Park

Bring the children 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 browsing the exhibits at Musikinstrument Museum during your travels in St. Gilgen. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.

Musikinstrument Museum

Heimatkundliches Museum

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

Heimatkundliches Museum

 

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Day trip destinations from St. Gilgen

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

Sankt Wolfgang im Salzkammergut

Mondsee which includes a lake or waterhole, a bay or harbour and mountains

Mondsee

Strobl featuring heritage elements and outdoor art

Strobl

Photo by Prima Melissa Dsouza

Fuschl am See

Photo by Lifetravellerz

Hintersee

Unterach am Attersee

Unterach am Attersee

Frequently asked questions

Is St. Gilgen worth visiting?
From retail therapy to history and outdoor pursuits, there are loads of great things to do in St. Gilgen. Make sure to experience the area's mix of awesome sights, local charm and culture.
How do I spend a day in St. Gilgen?
Once you've visited key attractions like Abarena Theme Park and Heimatkundliches Museum, spend the rest of your day discovering St. Gilgen's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in St. Gilgen?
Abarena Theme Park is one of the top tourist attractions in St. Gilgen and should feature high on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in St. Gilgen?
Three days in St. Gilgen is more than enough to enjoy the city's main attractions. Many travellers book for three days on average. Abarena Theme Park, Heimatkundliches Museum and Pilgrimage Church of St. Wolfgang are among the most popular sights. Want to see more? Hang around a while longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Salzkammergut.
What are some activities to do in St. Gilgen with kids?
Whether you're travelling with tiny adventurers or thrill-loving teens, a fun-filled itinerary makes a big difference. Take a look at our recommendations for what to do in St. Gilgen with kids.

What to do in St. Gilgen for adults?
Adults of all ages will have plenty of things to do in St. Gilgen. Whether you're into the arts, outdoor adventures or just enjoy visiting new places, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in St. Gilgen?
From visiting parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in St. Gilgen. If you're stuck for ideas, ask for tips from a local tour guide. Pilgrimage Church of St. Wolfgang is a must for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing activities.