Gries, Graz

#129 among attractions in Graz

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Gries is the 5th District of the Austrian city of Graz. It is the location of Graz's red-light district. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 47°3'40"N, 15°25'39"E

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Gries – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Kunsthaus, Synagoge, Styrian Armoury, Murinsel.

0.8 miNE
Amorphous blue contemporary art museum
Kunsthaus, Graz
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Graz, Austria, the Kunsthaus stands as a beacon of contemporary art and architecture. This distinctive museum, also known as the "Friendly Alien" due to its futuristic design, has become a cultural landmark since its inauguration in 2003.
~1870 ftNE
Synagogue, Sacred and religious sites
Synagoge, Graz
10 min walk • The Synagogue in Graz, Austria, stands as a testament to the city's rich cultural heritage and serves as a significant landmark for the Jewish community. This architectural gem, located in the heart of Graz, is not merely a house of worship but also a symbol of...
0.8 miNE
Museum of European armor and weaponry
Styrian Armoury, Graz
22 min walk • The Styrian Armoury, located in the heart of Graz, Austria, stands as a remarkable testament to the region's martial history. Officially known as the Landeszeughaus, this museum is home to the world's largest historical arsenal, boasting an impressive collection of...
0.9 miN
Island, Shopping, View point
Murinsel, Graz
23 min walk • The Murinsel in Graz, Austria, is an extraordinary blend of art and architecture that redefines the concept of a bridge. This floating platform on the Mur River is an iconic landmark of the city, ingeniously combining functionality with aesthetic appeal.
0.8 miNE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
Franciscan Church, Graz
20 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Graz, the Franciscan Church stands as a serene testament to the city's rich religious and architectural heritage. This historic church, known for its understated elegance and spiritual ambiance, has been a place of worship and solace for...
0.9 miNE
Museum, Art museum, History museum
Universalmuseum Joanneum, Graz
23 min walk • The Universalmuseum Joanneum is a multidisciplinary museum with buildings in several locations in the province of Styria, Austria. It has galleries and collections in many subject areas including archaeology, geology, paleontology, mineralogy, botany, zoology, history, art and folk culture.
0.4 miE
47°3'32"N • 15°26'9"E
Augartenbad, Graz
11 min walk • Watersports, Water park, Amusement park
0.5 miE
Museum, Specialty museum, Art gallery
Museum der Wahrnehmung, Graz
13 min walk • The Museum of Perception is a museum in Graz that opened in 1996. It explores works from all fields of art, music, architecture, philosophy and literature that deal with phenomena of perception.
0.4 miE
47°3'47"N • 15°26'10"E
Kindermuseum FRida & freD, Graz
12 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum
0.9 miNE
47°4'21"N • 15°26'12"E
Museum im Palais, Graz
23 min walk • Museum, Specialty museum, History museum
~1990 ftNW
47°3'54"N • 15°25'18"E
City Adventure Center - CAC, Graz
10 min walk • Climbing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Gries?

Nearby attractions include Unbefleckte Empfängnis, Graz (6 min walk), Karlauer Kirche, Graz (6 min walk), Synagoge, Graz (10 min walk), Welsche Kirche, Graz (10 min walk).

How to get to Gries by public transport?

The nearest stations to Gries:

Bus

Hohenstaufengasse/Citypark • Lines: 52, 66 (3 min walk)
Karlauer Kirche/Citypark • Lines: 39, 67, 671 (5 min walk)

Tram

Karlauer Gürtel • Lines: 5 (10 min walk)
Neuholdaugasse/Augartenbad • Lines: 5 (14 min walk)

Train

Graz Don Bosco (11 min walk)
Graz Hbf Verladestelle (20 min walk)