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.
Eggenberg Palace
Explore lavish 18th-century State Rooms, see stunning planetary-themed murals and wander in the beautifully landscaped gardens of this Baroque palace.
Graz Cathedral
This modest-looking Gothic cathedral houses an elaborate Baroque place of worship, including a 15th-century fresco, ornate high altar and a magnificent organ.
Graz Art Museum
Discover innovative exhibitions of contemporary art and photography in Graz’s futuristic “Friendly Alien,” a biomorphic and architecturally astonishing museum.
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
Hotel Weitzer Graz
The staff were very friendly and helpful, and happy to make recommendations for places to eat. The room was great, plenty of space and very comfortable. The hotel is just a few minutes walk from the old part of the city, but very quiet. I would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Radisson Hotel Graz
very nice hotel
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Grand Hôtel Wiesler Graz
IntercityHotel Graz
Alles sauber und ordentlich für einen guten Preis.
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
JUFA Hotel Graz Süd - Self Check-in
Friendly staff, clean, and comfortable room!
Reviewed on 30 July 2024
EKONO by Leva Hotel Strasser
Everything was perfect, great people and awesome breakfast.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
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.
