Gries
Graz

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 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.

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.

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 Art Museum
Discover innovative exhibitions of contemporary art and photography in Graz’s futuristic “Friendly Alien,” a biomorphic and architecturally astonishing museum.

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.
Things to do

Graz Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone

Hallstatt Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour

Graz Funicular Ride and Schlossberg Picnic Experience

Graz Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Top hotels in Gries

Hotel Weitzer Graz
Ive stayed hete several times. Great place and within a short walking distance to the city center.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

Grand Hôtel Wiesler Graz
Great old town location. Right by the river and great restaurants.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026

Radisson Hotel Graz
Spotless room. Friendly and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

IntercityHotel Graz

a&o Graz Hauptbahnhof - Hostel
Room was functional but not the most comfortable. The real issue was the reception and checking in, I had to scan a QR code and register at reception, then the receptionist rudely asked me the same questions, I think he could have just read them off my passport that I handed to him in the first place. ...
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

JUFA Hotel Graz
Other neighbourhoods around Gries

Jakomini
While you're in Jakomini, take in top sights like Seifenfabrik Veranstaltungszentrum 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 Archaeology Museum & Lapidarium, 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 Farmers Market on Kaiser-Josef-Platz and Graz Old Town.

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.


