Different Central European Style——Graz, Austria

Listen to advice! When you go to Austria, be sure to leave time for Graz! Hey guys, I recently went to Graz, Austria and it was an absolute treasure trove! Today I will share my Graz guide with you. Don’t miss it if you are planning to visit Austria! 👍Recommendation reason Graz is really a treasure city that is seriously underestimated! It does not have the hustle and bustle of big cities, but it has a profound historical heritage and a leisurely pace of life. Here, you can see old buildings with hundreds of years of history and feel the enthusiasm and friendliness of the locals. Moreover, Graz has a lot of delicious food, including various authentic snacks and specialty restaurants that will definitely satisfy your taste buds! 📍Attraction introduction - Graz Castle Hill: A must-visit when visiting Graz! You can take the cable car slowly up the mountain, and the scenery along the way is super beautiful. When you reach the top of the mountain, you can see the ancient clock tower. Standing on the observation deck, the beautiful scenery of the entire Graz is at your feet, with red roofs and winding rivers. It looks beautiful no matter how you take pictures! - Graz Old Town: The Old Town is listed as a World Cultural Heritage Site. Walking inside it feels like traveling back to the Middle Ages. Baroque-style buildings can be seen everywhere; the town hall and cathedral are solemn and majestic. There are many literary and artistic shops on the street. When you are tired of shopping, you can find a cafe to sit down and feel very comfortable. - Muir Island: This artificial island has a very unique shape, like a huge flying saucer dropped in the middle of the river. There is an open-air theater on the island, which often hosts various performances and activities. There are also many cafes and restaurants where you can enjoy delicious food while admiring the river view. 🚅 Attractions and transportation - External transportation: You can fly to Vienna first, then take a train to Graz, the journey takes about 2 hours. If you don't want to transfer, there are direct flights to Graz Airport, but the air tickets may be a little more expensive. - Internal transportation: Graz is not big and most attractions can be reached on foot. If you want to go somewhere farther away, buses and trams are very convenient. Buy a pass and go wherever you want. 🗺️ Tour route - Day 1: Arrive in Graz, check in at the hotel first, and then go to the old town to visit the town hall and the cathedral after putting down your luggage. In the evening, find a local restaurant in the old town to taste Austrian specialties. - Day 2: Go to Castle Hill in the morning to enjoy the beautiful scenery and take photos. Go to Muir Island in the afternoon to experience the modern art atmosphere of this city. - Day 3: You can choose to visit nearby towns, such as Eisenstadt, where the scenery is also very charming, and then return to Graz city in the evening. 🍰Food Recommendations - Wiener Schnitzel: Austria's signature food, you must try it! The huge piece of meat steak is fried until golden and crispy, and it makes a crunchy sound when you bite it. It is really delicious when paired with French fries and lemon juice. - Apple Strudel: The sweet apple filling is wrapped in crispy dough and paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The alternation of hot and cold tastes is extremely rich. - Salzburger Fried Steak: This dish is also very special. The steak is fried to perfection, the meat is tender and juicy, and paired with a special sauce, it tastes amazing. 💰 Cost-related - Transportation: The round-trip airfare is about 6,000-10,000 yuan, depending on your departure point and ticket purchase time. The transportation cost within Austria, including train and city transportation, is about 100-200 yuan a day. - Accommodation: Hotel prices vary. Economy hotels cost about 300-600 yuan per night, mid-range hotels cost 600-1200 yuan, and luxury hotels cost more than 1200 yuan. - Food and Beverage: A meal in an ordinary restaurant costs 150-300 yuan per person. If you go to a high-end restaurant, the average consumption per person may be more than 500 yuan. - Tickets for attractions: The round trip ticket for the Castle Hill Cable Car is about 15-20 euros. The exteriors of many attractions in the old town are free, and some museums charge 10-20 euros for tickets. ❤️Other tips - Although Austrians mainly speak German, most young people can speak English, so there is basically no problem with daily communication. - The winter in Graz is quite cold, so remember to bring thick clothes; in the summer, the temperature difference between morning and evening is a bit large, so it is best to bring a thin coat. - Remember to keep your receipts when shopping. In Austria, you can get a tax refund at the airport if you spend a certain amount of money. The highest tax refund rate is about 15%.