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Discover Graz in 2 Days: A Cultural and Culinary Journey

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Day 1: Historic Graz exploration

Graz, Austria on April 19, 2025

9:00am

Breakfast at Café Sacher Graz

Start your day with a delicious breakfast including their famous Sachertorte and Austrian coffee in a traditional Viennese-style café, open from 8am.

EUR15, 1h0m

10:00am

Visit Schlossberg & Uhrturm (Clock Tower)

Climb or take the funicular up to Schlossberg hill to enjoy panoramic views of Graz and visit the iconic Uhrturm clock tower, open daily from 8am to 6pm.

EUR5, 1h30m

11:45am

Explore Graz Old Town

Wander through the UNESCO-listed historic center, admire Renaissance and Baroque architecture, and stroll along Herrengasse street.

Free, 1h15m

1:00pm

Lunch at Der Steirer

Enjoy traditional Styrian dishes made with local ingredients in this cozy restaurant near the old town, open from 11:30am to 2:30pm.

EUR25, 1h0m

2:30pm

Visit Kunsthaus Graz (Art Museum)

Explore contemporary art in this architecturally unique building known as the 'Friendly Alien,' open from 10am to 6pm.

EUR12, 1h30m

4:15pm

Walk along the Mur River and Murinsel

Visit the modern Murinsel, an artificial floating island and cultural venue on the Mur River, open throughout the day.

Free, 45m

6:00pm

Dinner at Aiola Upstairs

Dine with a spectacular view of Graz from this rooftop restaurant offering a mix of Austrian and international cuisine, open from 5pm to 10pm.

EUR40, 1h30m

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Day 2: Cultural and outdoor highlights

Graz, Austria on April 20, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Café Glockenspiel

Enjoy breakfast on a terrace with views of the clock tower and the bustling Hauptplatz, open from 7:30am.

EUR15, 1h0m

9:45am

Visit Eggenberg Palace

Tour this impressive baroque palace and its beautiful gardens, open from 9am to 5pm. Don't miss the lavish State Rooms and art collections.

EUR10, 2h0m

12:00pm

Lunch at Gasthaus Stainzerbauer

Savor hearty Austrian fare with a regional focus in a traditional guesthouse setting, open from 11:30am to 2:30pm.

EUR20, 1h0m

1:30pm

Visit Landeszeughaus (Armory Museum)

Discover the world's largest historic armory with exhibits on 17th-century weaponry, open from 10am to 5pm.

EUR7, 1h15m

2:45pm

Relax at Stadtpark

Take a leisurely stroll or rest in this central park surrounded by beautiful sculptures and greenery.

Free, 45m

3:30pm

Coffee break at Café Erzherzog Johann

Enjoy Austrian coffee specialties and pastries in a historic café at the city center, open until 6pm.

EUR8, 45m

5:00pm

Visit Murkraftwerk and Modern Art Installations

Explore this revitalized hydroelectric plant area with contemporary art projects along the Mur River promenade.

Free, 1h0m

7:00pm

Dinner at Steirerbeisl

End your Graz stay with traditional Styrian dishes in a cozy setting, open from 5pm to 10pm.

EUR35, 1h30m