Linz Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, See & Eat
Nestled along the Danube River, Linz is a city where historic charm meets cutting-edge innovation. Visit Ars Electronica for a tech-inspired experience, stroll through the old town, and explore the vibrant arts scene. Don't miss the panoramic views from Pöstlingberg.
With 276+ hand-picked places to explore, Linz 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 in Linz
The icons and landmarks no first visit is complete without.
Start with Voestalpine Stahlwelt — families and groups will find an engaging experience at this museum focused on the steel industry. Just as worthwhile is Martinskirche: history enthusiasts will appreciate this early medieval architectural landmark in Linz. Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule) completes the picture: a significant baroque monument in Hauptplatz, reflecting Linz's historical resilience and artistic heritage.
Voestalpine Stahlwelt
Linz • Famous Landmarks
Families and groups will find an engaging experience at this museum focused on the steel industry.
Martinskirche
Linz • Historic Architecture
History enthusiasts will appreciate this early medieval architectural landmark in Linz.
Trinity Column (Dreifaltigkeitssäule)
Linz • Monuments & Statues
A significant baroque monument in Hauptplatz, reflecting Linz's historical resilience and artistic heritage.
Freinberg Aussichtspunkt
Linz • Scenic Viewpoints & Lookouts
Stunning views of Linz's skyline await at this serene park viewpoint, ideal for nature lovers and casual visitors alike.
Museums & Culture in Linz
Galleries, museums and cultural landmarks for a deeper look at the city.
Top of most lists is Musiktheater Linz: located on Am Volksgarten, this modern theater is a cultural highlight in Linz, Austria. Locals will also point you to Alter Dom (Old Cathedral) — perfect for culture enthusiasts and families seeking a dose of history in Linz. And for something different, there's Galerie MAERZ: ideal for art enthusiasts seeking contemporary exhibitions and a lively atmosphere during openings.
Musiktheater Linz
Linz • Theaters
Located on Am Volksgarten, this modern theater is a cultural highlight in Linz, Austria.
Alter Dom (Old Cathedral)
Linz • Historical Sites
Perfect for culture enthusiasts and families seeking a dose of history in Linz.
Galerie MAERZ
Linz • Art Galleries
Ideal for art enthusiasts seeking contemporary exhibitions and a lively atmosphere during openings.
Linzer Schloss
Linz • Historical Sites
Ideal for history enthusiasts and families, this castle offers insights into Linz's rich past.
Best Things to Do in Linz
Activities and experiences to fill your days.
If you only make time for one stop, make it Indoor Skydiving Linz — experience free-fall in a vertical wind tunnel at one of Austria's few indoor skydiving facilities. Mühlviertel High Rope Course earns its reputation too — experience the only high rope course in Linz with diverse difficulty levels and expert guidance. Round out the shortlist with Kletterhalle Linz — incorporate a thrilling climbing experience into your Linz itinerary, especially during winter months.
Indoor Skydiving Linz
Linz • Indoor
Experience free-fall in a vertical wind tunnel at one of Austria's few indoor skydiving facilities.
Mühlviertel High Rope Course
Linz • Outdoor
Experience the only high rope course in Linz with diverse difficulty levels and expert guidance.
Kletterhalle Linz
Linz • Sports
Incorporate a thrilling climbing experience into your Linz itinerary, especially during winter months.
Koglerau Trail
Linz • Outdoor
Koglerauweg offers a scenic hiking experience with views of Linz and the Danube River.
Where to Eat in Linz
From local classics to standout modern kitchens.
Start with Hiro Japanese Restaurant — an authentic Japanese dining experience with award-winning sushi in Linz's bustling Graben district. Just as worthwhile is Cook: landstraße serves as the backdrop for this modern vegan restaurant highlighting international flavors. das vegetarische completes the picture: a pioneer in sustainable dining, this restaurant focuses on innovative plant-based cuisine in a cozy setting.
Hiro Japanese Restaurant
Linz • Asian Cuisine
An authentic Japanese dining experience with award-winning sushi in Linz's bustling Graben district.
Cook
Linz • Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants
Landstraße serves as the backdrop for this modern vegan restaurant highlighting international flavors.
das vegetarische
Linz • Vegetarian & Vegan Restaurants
A pioneer in sustainable dining, this restaurant focuses on innovative plant-based cuisine in a cozy setting.
Gasthof Lüftner
Linz • Local Cuisine
Ideal for families and groups seeking authentic Austrian dining in a cozy atmosphere.
Linz After Dark: Bars & Nightlife
Where to go once the sun sets.
Top of most lists is Bebop Lounge: a stylish venue for couples and jazz enthusiasts looking to unwind with live music in a refined atmosphere. Locals will also point you to Brucknerhaus Linz — a cultural hub on the banks of the Danube, known for its live jazz atmosphere. And for something different, there's Die Cocktailbar: perfect for capping off an evening in Linz, this cocktail bar specializes in premium drinks.
Bebop Lounge
Linz • Live Jazz Venues
A stylish venue for couples and jazz enthusiasts looking to unwind with live music in a refined atmosphere.
Brucknerhaus Linz
Linz • Live Jazz Venues
A cultural hub on the banks of the Danube, known for its live jazz atmosphere.
Die Cocktailbar
Linz • Cocktail Bars
Perfect for capping off an evening in Linz, this cocktail bar specializes in premium drinks.
Sky Garden Linz
Linz • Cocktail Bars
Ideal for couples and groups seeking a lively rooftop nightlife experience in Linz.
Where to Stay in Linz
Hand-picked hotels, hostels and B&Bs across every budget.
If you only make time for one stop, make it Antica Locanda Linz — a beautifully restored 19th-century building offers historic charm and modern comforts in Linz. Hotel Schillerpark Linz, a member of Radisson Individuals earns its reputation too — situated on Rainerstraße, this hotel combines modern design with easy access to Linz's cultural hotspots. Round out the shortlist with Hotel & Spa Weisses Rössl — historic architecture meets modern spa facilities in this tranquil hotel in Linz's Old Town.
Antica Locanda Linz
Linz • Bed & Breakfast
A beautifully restored 19th-century building offers historic charm and modern comforts in Linz.
Hotel Schillerpark Linz, a member of Radisson Individuals
Linz • Luxury Hotels
Situated on Rainerstraße, this hotel combines modern design with easy access to Linz's cultural hotspots.
Hotel & Spa Weisses Rössl
Linz • Spa Hotels
Historic architecture meets modern spa facilities in this tranquil hotel in Linz's Old Town.
Motel One Linz-Hauptplatz
Linz • Budget Hotels
Centrally located on Hauptplatz, this budget-friendly hotel offers modern comfort and easy access to Linz's attractions.
Shopping in Linz
Markets, boutiques and everything in between.
Start with Vintage Fabrik — incorporate a stop at Vintage Fabrik for distinctive vintage finds during your exploration of Linz. Just as worthwhile is Büro für Mode: incorporate a stop at this boutique into your Linz shopping itinerary for unique fashion finds. Design Center Linz Market completes the picture: ideal for families and groups seeking local craftsmanship in an architecturally stunning setting.
Vintage Fabrik
Linz • Vintage & Thrift Shops
Incorporate a stop at Vintage Fabrik for distinctive vintage finds during your exploration of Linz.
Büro für Mode
Linz • Vintage & Thrift Shops
Incorporate a stop at this boutique into your Linz shopping itinerary for unique fashion finds.
Design Center Linz Market
Linz • Markets
Ideal for families and groups seeking local craftsmanship in an architecturally stunning setting.
Fashion Outlet Linz
Linz • Outlet Shopping
Incorporate a shopping spree at Fashion Outlet Linz into your city exploration for designer deals.
Parks & Green Spaces in Linz
Room to breathe when you need a break from the streets.
Top of most lists is Botanischer Garten Linz: a comprehensive collection of plant species from around the world awaits at this botanical garden in Linz. Locals will also point you to Donaulände Natural Reserve — a scenic stretch along the Danube River, ideal for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts in Linz. And for something different, there's Höllmühlbachklamm: ideal for nature enthusiasts seeking a peaceful hiking experience near Linz.
Botanischer Garten Linz
Linz • Parks
A comprehensive collection of plant species from around the world awaits at this botanical garden in Linz.
Donaulände Natural Reserve
Linz • Nature Reserves & Wildlife
A scenic stretch along the Danube River, ideal for nature lovers and wildlife enthusiasts in Linz.
Höllmühlbachklamm
Linz • Hiking Trails
Ideal for nature enthusiasts seeking a peaceful hiking experience near Linz.
Stadtwald Linz
Linz • Parks
This expansive urban forest suits nature enthusiasts and families seeking a tranquil outdoor experience.
76 Explorer Picks We Held Back
Every list above is our free tier. On top of it, our editors mark the roughly one-in-ten places in Linz that are genuinely special — standout stays, tables worth planning a day around, and rooms most visitors never find — as Explorer picks, with full write-ups reserved for members. A few currently on the Linz list:
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