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Things to do in Graz, Styria: The Best Sights & Landmarks
A bevy of universities give Austria's second-largest city its lively pace. Baroque palaces are a pleasant contrast with 16th-century courtyards and provocative modern buildings. The Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, teems with fine architecture, including the Burg castle complex, with its Gothic double staircase, and the graceful Uhrturm clock tower. A funicular takes visitors up the dramatic bluff. The River Mur dashes through the city, and thermal springs dot the surrounding countryside.
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1. Hauptplatz
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4.5 based on 503 reviews
Reviewed By Elena257 - Timisoara, Romania
In the middle of the Altstadt yu can find this beautiful square. If you go there during the winter, you can even find some remaining parts of Christmas Market.
2. Schloss Eggenberg
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4.5 based on 695 reviews
The unique architecture of Schloss Eggenberg, the most important great house in Styria, is a complex symbolic representation of the universe. At the same time, with its impressive combination of Baroque interiors (magnificent state rooms), magical gardens and park, and priceless collections of the Universalmuseum Joanneum (Alte Galerie with its old masters paintings, Archaeology Museum and Coin Cabinet), Eggenberg contains a fascinatingly varied panorama of Styrian culture over the centuries. UNESCO World Heritage Site! Please note: dogs are not allowed in the park to protect our peacocks.
Reviewed By YairBarZohar - Qiryat Ata, Israel
Built in the 17th century, this castle is one of the most important cultural properties in Austria. UNESCO recognized this castle, together with the Old City, as a World Heritage Site. You can wander through the vast and beautiful gardens surrounding the castle, as well as admire the wonderful architecture, which combines styles of baroque and rococo. To enter the castle rooms you will need to join a guided tour, which runs from Tuesday to Sunday every hour between 10:00 and 16:00. The admission fee is reasonable. It is recommended to purchase the card in advance through the website of the castle. Opening hours of the castle: The visit to the castle is possible from April to October from Tuesday to Sunday from 10: 00-17: 00 as part of a guided tour only. The gardens are open daily, from April to October from 8:00 to 19:00, from November to March from 8:00 to 17:00. How long should I visit? About two hours.
3. Kastner & Ohler, Paradeishof
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4.5 based on 318 reviews
Reviewed By Elena257 - Timisoara, Romania
You really cannot miss the view from the top of the building. You can admire the old clock and the old city center for free! Add a glass of Gluhwein and you have a lovely time.
4. Burgruine Gosting
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4.5 based on 79 reviews
The ruins of the Gösting Castle rise up where the Mur River Valley opens up into Graz. Built in this strategic position between the 11th and the 15th centuries, the castle could control all traffic into Graz. In 1925, the Castle Society was founded to attempt to prevent further destruction after years of neglect and fires during the 18th and 19th centuries. Rising 200 meters over the Mur River, Gösting Ruins offers great views over Graz.
5. Uhrturm
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4.5 based on 1,180 reviews
Reviewed By bulenti2016 - Vienna, Austria
We really enjoyed the clock tower and surroundings on a sunny day. We have a small toddler; we took the lift to the top. Great view, green, quite surroundings. The coffee shop next to the clock tower is packed, many people enjoying their wine and beer. Highly recommended.
6. Stallbastei
7. Sporgasse
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4.5 based on 226 reviews
An alley with several shops and a former area known for breweries
Reviewed By Andr3a1o - Zagreb, Croatia
Nice shopping street. There are also restaurants and cafes. Really crowded, especially during Christmas time. But really worth a visit!
8. Sackstrasse
9. Rathaus
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4.5 based on 170 reviews
Reviewed By 721nana
There were many tourists and restaurants nearby in that beautiful and historical place. Since I was not very hungry when I arrived, I chose a snack bar to had a hot dog. Several of its regular customers were drinking beer at Stand 12. When I was trying to have an order at that booth, the enthusiastic customers helped call the boss/staff. The people in that booth greeted the guests cheerfully and enthusiastically, and they ate, drank, talked and cheered with them. Although I was not drinking beer, I was infected. Then, they began to talk to me and we had quite some laughters. That was a very good lunch, not only because of the delicious hot dog, but also because of the wonderful and memorable "only here only now" experience!
10. Landhaushof
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4.5 based on 127 reviews
An example Renaissance architecture and site of theatrical performances.
Reviewed By asiyahnoemik - Pula, Croatia
Landhaushof is a beautiful elegant Renaissance building. It is located in the very heart of Graz. Landhaushof has arcades on 3 floors. There are characteristic decorative vaulted windows, three-story arcade yard and magnificent fountain. Made by famous master Domenico dell'Allia. During winter you can see amazing sculptures made of ice, in the yard. The fountain is also a wonderful scene for festivals, concerts and movie projections. It is also the home of the Styrian regional parliament. 48 members of the Styrian provincial government meet in the baroque salon, the picturesque Arkadenhof. The interior is extremely richly decorated and equipped. A real jewel. The atmosphere is wonderful.
