Sights – Top 10 of Graz
Sightseeing Tipps for your stay in Graz
These sights are „must-sees“ during your stay in Graz. Discover our Top 10 sights in the Capital of Delight and drive with the Schlossbergbahn or the elevator up to the Schlossberg.
Have a look at the cathedral of Graz or the Mausoleum nearby, too, before you can get up to the Burg & Double Spiral Staircase that is located on the opposite side. Furthermore, you can delve into the Landeszeughaus armoury of Graz, which is fairly close the to the Glockenspiel.
Take the Tram Number 1 in order to reach the stunning Eggenberg Castle that accommodates not only lots of museums, but also a magnificent park.
Top 10 sights in Graz
The top 10 sights in Graz include the Schlossberg with the clock tower, the Kunsthaus Graz, Eggenberg Palace, the Murinsel, the Styrian Armoury and the Landhaushof, the Glockenspiel, Graz Cathedral, the Mausoleum and the double spiral staircase.
Visitors can reach the Schlossberg and the famous clock tower on foot via the Schlossbergsteig, with the Schlossberg Funicular or comfortably with the Schlossberg lift.
Many sights in Graz are freely accessible, such as the Schlossberg, the Murinsel or strolling through the historic city centre. For museums, Eggenberg Palace or the Kunsthaus Graz, admission is subject to a charge. The current prices can be found on the respective websites. Tip: With the Graz Card, you can explore Graz in 24, 48 or 72 hours by bus, train and tram and experience numerous attractions for free. Benefit from additional discounts at museums and sights. The Graz Card is valid for all public transport in fare zone 101, including the Schlossberg lift and Schlossberg Funicular.
Yes, most of the top 10 sights are located in the city centre and are easily accessible on foot. If you start early and take short distances into account, you can experience many highlights in one day.
Yes, the Graz Tourist Information Centre offers various guided city tours. Information on current guided tours and booking can be found on the ‘Guided tours’ page.
A clear map with the top sights can be found online and as printed city maps at the Graz Region Tourist Information Centre (Herrengasse 16, 8010 Graz).
