Ries
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 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.
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.
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 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.
Graz Clock Tower
Find out about the history of Graz when you take a trip to Graz Clock Tower. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Hallstatt Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self Guided Tour
Discover Graz’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Graz Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Top hotels in Ries
Hotel Weitzer Graz
"Location was great! Rooms are a bit dated though. The rom we stayed in had stretches and marks all over the walls, the cloth chairs had dirty marks where clearly multiple hands have touched it, the rug had multiple stains. Just sort of felt dirty when you checked in. Mattress was fine but pillows ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
PLAZA INN Graz Messe
"We had the double room, and it was great, however the one downside was that the bathroom is exposed to the room. So, if someone was taking a shower, if people walked into the sightline, you were conpletely exposed. So this is not the right room for privacy. They also didnt clean the room in between ..."
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
NH Graz City
"Hôtel très bien situé, facile de rejoindre les moyens de transport."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Limehome Graz Trauttmansdorffgasse
"Location was great. I enjoyed using a code rather than a key. The room was spacious, clean, nice towels and comfortable bed."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Limehome Graz - Argos by Zaha Hadid
"Fully furnished studio next to the Opera house walking distance from everything I needed. The park and Schlossberg was 15mins away. I truly enjoyed my stay at this modern, clean and safe space."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Radisson Hotel Graz
"The hotel is nice and very convenient to get to both eggenberg and the old city. However the room was a bit cramped and the beds couldn’t be pushed together, so me and my partner slept separately (it was a small gap but a gap nonetheless)"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ries
Mariatrost
Mariatrost is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mariatrost Basilica and Leechwald.
Waltendorf
Waltendorf is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Graz Opera House and Graz Castle are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Sankt Leonhard
Sankt Leonhard is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Graz Old Town and Farmers Market on Kaiser-Josef-Platz.
Sankt Peter
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sankt Peter and surrounding area, you can visit MURPARK Shopping Center and Graz Opera House.
Geidorf
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Geidorf. You might want to make time for a stop at Graz Old Town or Hilm Pond.
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.
