Graz Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, See & Eat

Graz, Austria's second-largest city, enchants with its UNESCO-listed Old Town and the futuristic Kunsthaus. Explore Schlossberg Hill for panoramic views, and savor local delicacies in bustling markets.

With 270+ hand-picked places to explore, Graz rewards travellers who look beyond the obvious. Here's our complete guide to the best of the city — organised by what you're in the mood for.

Must-See Attractions & Landmarks in Graz

The icons and landmarks no first visit is complete without.

• Doppelwendeltreppe Graz (rated 4.7★)
• Schlossbergbahn Funicular Railway (rated 4.7★)
• Graz Burg
• Graz Cathedral (Domkirche St. Ägidius)

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Museums & Culture in Graz

Galleries, museums and cultural landmarks for a deeper look at the city.

• Galerie Zimmermann Kratochwill (rated 4.7★)
• Glockenspielplatz (rated 4.7★)
• Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II (rated 4.7★)
• Schauspielhaus Graz (rated 4.7★)

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Best Things to Do in Graz

Activities and experiences to fill your days.

• EXIT The Room Graz (rated 4.7★)
• Kletterhalle Graz (rated 4.7★)
• Kletterzentrum Graz (rated 4.7★)
• Planet Lollipop Graz (rated 4.7★)

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Where to Eat in Graz

From local classics to standout modern kitchens.

• Das Gramm (rated 4.7★)
• Frankowitsch (rated 4.7★)
• Landhauskeller (rated 4.7★)
• Restaurant Schlossberg (rated 4.7★)

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Graz After Dark: Bars & Nightlife

Where to go once the sun sets.

• Dom im Berg (rated 4.7★)
• Grazer Schlossberg (rated 4.7★)
• Stockwerk Jazz (rated 4.7★)
• Bierbaron

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Shopping in Graz

Markets, boutiques and everything in between.

• Humana Second Hand & Vintage (rated 4.7★)
• Andräplatz Farmers Market
• Bauernmarkt am Hauptplatz
• Boutique Second Hand

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Parks & Green Spaces in Graz

Room to breathe when you need a break from the streets.

• Schöckl Mountain Trail (rated 4.8★)
• Buchkogel Nature Reserve (rated 4.7★)
• Plabutsch (rated 4.7★)
• University of Graz Botanical Garden (rated 4.7★)

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Plan Your Trip to Graz

This is just the start — browse our full, always-growing guide to Graz, with 270 places across 12 categories, and start building your perfect itinerary.

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