Graz Things to Do

The Zeughaus, today one of the most important arms collections in the world, had its heyday in 1699. During that period, no fewer than 185,700 weapons were stored there ready to be used to fight the Turks. Compared to this numb... more

Just south of Graz Cathedral is the Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II who started building it from 1614 within his residence. The Mausoleum is amongst the most important buildings in Graz. It's a monument to the successful Coun... more

To the north of Lendplatz lies the Key and Lock Museum (Hans Schell Collection), a truly unusual and unique exhibit. It is on the upper floor above a supermarket and is easy to find because of all the flags hanging on the front... more

The Margaretenbad is a public outdoor swimming pool with plenty of charm. Surrounded by Mediterranean facades, this place is a great place to relax the weary body. There's a sports pool and a shallow children's pool, Suna, Spa... more

Originally, Minorite monks occupied this church's monastery, but they were forced to leave on request of Kaiser Maximilian I in favor of the Franciscans. It was in 1239 that the first documentary evidence appears mentioning the... more

The Girardikeller is largely a student pub, located in the district of St. Leonhard. This area's interesting architecture adds further to its charm. Venture down the steps to the bar and have a peek into the kitchen, where the... more

The Sporgasse, named after the numerous weapon-smiths who used to have their shops here, must have been an attractive spot for beer connoisseurs; once there were 22 local breweries with adjoining pubs in this street. Today, thi... more

On the northern city limits, right where the Mur Valley opens up into the Graz, there's the Gösting Ruins;the remains of a castle built between the 11th and the 15th Centuries. Thanks to its strategic position, the former propr... more

This cathedral was originally the Romanesque Church of St. Aegydius. It was a fortified structure outside the town walls that was first referred to in a late-12th-century document. In the 15th century, Frederick III had... more

This cozy Irish Pub features an attractive beer garden during the summer months. On weekends, it can be difficult to find a seat, since it caters not only to fans of Irish specialty beers but to those in search of a delicious p... more