Day trip from Vienna
Graz
Historic Charm & Modern Design
Approximately 2.5 hours by train
Why visit
Graz balances a beautifully preserved UNESCO old town and hilltop clock tower with bold contemporary design and a relaxed university-city energy. It is rewarding, but among the longer day trips from Vienna.
Top things to see
- Schlossberg and the Clock Tower
- The UNESCO-listed Old Town
- Hauptplatz and Herrengasse
- Kunsthaus Graz
- The Murinsel
Suggested one-day plan
Take an early direct train from Vienna to make the most of this longer day trip.
Explore Hauptplatz, Herrengasse and the lanes of the UNESCO old town.
Ascend Schlossberg for the Clock Tower, then see the Kunsthaus and Murinsel.
Return to Graz Hauptbahnhof for the train back to Vienna.
Direct Railjet services connect Vienna and Graz in approximately 2.5 hours. The scenic journey is practical in one day, but this is one of Vienna’s longer day trips, so take an early train and plan the return in advance.
A long full day (11–13 hours); start early.
- Graz is one of the longer day trips from Vienna.
- Book suitable outbound and return trains in advance.
- The Schlossberg can be reached on foot, by funicular or lift.
- Many old-town sights are compact and easy to explore on foot.