Hirschegg Things to Do

The small Café Mozart, next to the Meerscheinschlößl (home to some of the university's institutes) continues to trade under a new name, the Bica. In accordance with the change of name the menu also been revised and now includes... more

In the 17th century, today's "Johanneum" was known as "Lambrechter Hof," after its first owner. In 1811, Habsburg Archduke Johann took control of the building and donated his scientific collection as the basis of the museum's e... more

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