Gries Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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 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 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.
Graz Art Museum
Discover innovative exhibitions of contemporary art and photography in Graz’s futuristic “Friendly Alien,” a biomorphic and architecturally astonishing museum.
Eggenberg Palace
Explore lavish 18th-century State Rooms, see stunning planetary-themed murals and wander in the beautifully landscaped gardens of this Baroque palace.
Activities
Graz Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Hallstatt Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour
Graz Funicular Ride and Schlossberg Picnic Experience
Our pick of the best Gries Hotel Deals
Grand Hôtel Wiesler Graz
Lovely receptionist Alessandra 😊
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Radisson Hotel Graz
Great room, 6th for corner as requested with a nice view. Windows open for fresh air, very clean and well equipped.
Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025
Hotel Weitzer Graz
Just in centre. Lots restaurants around. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
IntercityHotel Graz
Great location!
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
a&o Graz Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Very close to the Graz Train Station. We arrived at midnight and staff were great at welcoming us. The place was well decorated and stocked with snacks, beer, etc. in a nice and cozy lobby. Will definitely stay again when I need an early morning train.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
EKONO by Leva Hotel Strasser
Great staff
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
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 Farmer's Market on Lendplatz and Graz Art Museum.
Sankt Leonhard
Sankt Leonhard is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Graz Old Town and Farmers Market on Kaiser-Josef-Platz.
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.
