Museums in Graz
The varied museums of Graz
As a UNESCO World Heritage City and official City of Design, Graz boasts a multitude of fascinating museums, characterised by a thrilling mixture of tradition and avant-garde. One of the city’s biggest museums is Universalmuseum Joanneum. With its 20 museums and 14 locations across Graz and the entire province of Styria, it is a popular source of entertainment and information.
Museums in Graz
5 special tips that you should not miss
Graz offers an impressive variety of museums, ranging from history and art to unique specialised themes. Here are some special recommendations that will enrich your visit to Graz.
- Armoury - The world's largest historical armoury: Ommerse yourself in the history of Styria and marvel at over 32,000 original weapons, armour and war equipment from the 15th to 18th centuries. The Provincial Armoury offers an authentic insight into the region's military past.
- Kunsthaus Graz - architecture and contemporary art combined: Known as the ‘Friendly Alien’, the Kunsthaus Graz impresses not only with its extraordinary architecture, but also with changing exhibitions of international contemporary art. A must for art and architecture lovers.
- Eggenberg Palace - Baroque jewel with a variety of museums: Explore the magnificent Eggenberg Palace with its 24 state rooms and original furnishings from the 17th and 18th centuries. There are also several museums on the grounds, including the Alte Galerie with European works of art from the Romantic to the Baroque periods.
- Museum of History - Styrian past brought to life: In Palais Herberstein, the Museum of History presents the development of Styria from the High Middle Ages to the present day. Topics such as Styrian village life or the history of the region are vividly presented here.
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Natural History Museum - Fascinating insights into nature: The Natural History Museum in the Joanneum Quarter offers exciting exhibitions on geology, botany and zoology. Ideal for families and anyone who wants to find out more about the natural history of Styria.
This selection shows the cultural diversity of Graz's museum landscape. Whether art, history or nature - in Graz you will find the right museum for your interests.
Things to know about museums in Graz
Despite mobile phones, ‘hearing, seeing and touching’ is still very popular. Knowledge is conveyed in a playful way in Graz. Whether it's the children's museum ‘Frida&Fred’ with its numerous special topics, the CoSA with its interactive augmented reality exhibitions or the Natural History Museum, the Armoury or Eggenberg Palace. Who hasn't always wanted to know how a trick lock works? This secret is revealed in the Schell Collection. The Graz fairy tale train is not only worth a visit in bad weather. And the ‘Wonder Garden’ at the Graz Museum Schlossberg also invites you on a journey of discovery.
With the Graz Card, you can explore Graz in 24, 48 or 72 hours by bus, train and tram and also experience numerous museums and attractions for free. The Graz Card is the perfect companion for a tour of discovery through Graz and is also ideal for travelling with the whole family: 2 children under the age of 15 can enjoy all the benefits for free with each card.
Tip: The Joanneum 24h | 48h Card entitles you to admission to all exhibitions at the Universalmuseum Joanneum within 24 or 48 hours of purchase.
Please note that most museums in Austria are closed on Mondays. In Graz, however, the following museums are open on Mondays:
Graz residents and tourists alike enjoy visiting the following museums in Graz: