Gries Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Graz Main Square
Graz has one of the most well-preserved historic old towns in Austria. At the heart of it lies the main square, a perfect starting point for a tour of the city.
Graz Old Town
You can learn about the history of Graz when you stop by Graz Old Town. Visit the area's shops or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Graz Town Hall
This stately town hall is symbolic of the city’s remarkable growth and features beautiful late 19th-century architecture, an ornate façade and an intriguing history.
Graz Art Museum
Discover innovative exhibitions of contemporary art and photography in Graz’s futuristic “Friendly Alien,” a biomorphic and architecturally astonishing museum.
Graz Clock Tower
Find out about the history of Graz when you take a trip to Graz Clock Tower. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II.
Visit the jewel in the “Crown of the Town” to find a stunning example of Mannerist architecture and a richly decorated interior at this historic emperor’s mausoleum.
Activities
Graz: Private Old Town Highlights Bike Tour
Private Bike Tour of Graz Top Attractions with Guide
Graz Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Hallstatt Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour
Graz: Capture the most Photogenic Spots with a Local
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Other neighbourhoods around Gries
Jakomini
While you're in Jakomini, take in top sights like Frida & Fred Children's Museum and jump on the metro at Münzgrabenkirche Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Graz City Centre
Shopping, restaurants and historical sites are some highlights of Graz City Centre. Make a stop by Graz Clock Tower or Castle Hill while you're exploring.
Eggenberg
Get to know Eggenberg and its many features like its museums and parks. You might want to explore sights like Eggenberg Palace and Planet Garden, and you can jump on the metro at Reininghausstraße Tram Stop or Wetzelsdorf Burgenlandstraße Tram Stop to get around the city.
Lend
Lend is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Graz Art Museum and Calvary Hill.
Sankt Leonhard
Sankt Leonhard is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Graz Old Town.
Wetzelsdorf
Even though there aren't top sights in Wetzelsdorf, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like St. Martin Castle. Jump on the metro at Reininghaus Tram Stop to see more of the city.