Discover the Graz region - culture, history and nature in the heart of Austria

The Graz region is a fascinating destination that combines culture, history and nature. 
As a UNESCO World Heritage Site and City of Design, Graz offers a unique blend of historical sights, modern architectural highlights and a vibrant art scene. Surrounded by picturesque vineyards, idyllic landscapes and charming villages, the region invites you to explore the surrounding countryside. Whether on a stroll through the old town, a visit to the Kunsthaus Graz or a wine tasting in the surrounding area – the Graz region offers something for everyone.

Bild zeigt Paar die den Ausblick auf den Grazer Schlossberg über Graz genießen.Bild zeigt Mann und Frau aus dem Fenster schauend, mit Blick aufs Grazer Kunsthaus.

Graz sights at a glance

From the clock tower on the Schlossberg to Graz Cathedral and the Mur Island - there is something to discover around every corner. To help you make the most of your time in the Styrian capital, we have put together some helpful links for you here.

Culture & events, seasonal highlights

Graz offers those interested in culture a wide range of different events, exhibitions worth seeing, great performances and interesting museums. Visitors to Graz will quickly notice the constant change between past and present, the mixture of world cultural heritage and the new projects of the Capital of Culture, where every culture lover will get their money's worth.

Bild zeigt Vater, Mutter und Kind im Foyer des Grazer Kunsthauses.Foto zeigt Grazer Uhrturm auf dem Schlossberg.

The cocktail &
festival bar Bar8020
- directly in the artists' 
quarter of Graz
 

Wednesday to Sunday from 3.00 to 11.00 pm
+43 (0) 664 839 26 93 | info@bar8020.at

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Bild zeigt Innenraum von Bar mit Gewölbedecke, dunklem Mobiliar und ansprechenden Cocktails am Tisch.

Active vacation in the Graz region

The city of Graz offers locals and tourists a large number of diverse leisure opportunities to get active. The Leechwald forest, the city park, the romantic Hilmteich and the Volksgarten invite you to go running, walking and Nordic walking and there are around 600 km of hiking trails in the local recreation area around Graz. Graz has also been known for many years as the most bicycle-friendly city in Austria. It is therefore not surprising that Graz is also the highlight of the 360 km long Mur Cycle Path from Lungau to Bad Radkersburg. A cycling vacation in Styria is also a wonderful way to explore the Styrian capital on two wheels.

Cuisine & Restaurants in Graz

The fact that the small Styrian capital also has a lot to offer in culinary terms is proven by the fact that Graz has been named Austria's only capital of pleasure. Graz is a city that can be experienced and enjoyed with all the senses.

Shopping in Graz

Graz not only makes the hearts of art, culture and cuisine lovers beat faster, but fashion and design enthusiasts also get their money's worth here.