Golling an der Salzach is about a 20-minute train journey from Salzburg, the state capital. There is also a bus service covering the 19-mile (31-kilometer) journey. Many people come here for weekend breaks to enjoy the beautiful alpine scenery and the exhilaration of outdoor pursuits.

The best day trips from Golling an der Salzach according to Tripadvisor travellers are: Eagle's Nest and 'The Where Eagles Dare Castle' of Werfen; Private Tour: Eagle's Nest, Berchtesgaden, Golling Waterfalls and Lake Fuschl; Werfen World's Largest Ice Caves and Golling Waterfalls Tour; Private Werfen Ice Cave and Golling Waterfall from Salzburg.