This gem in Austria isn't as famous as other European cities A stunning European city with a countryside soul is the perfect spot for your next weekend getaway. Graz, Austria's second-largest city is split by the meandering Mur River and is just two hours away from the Austrian capital, so you can even visit both as part of your trip. The city is smaller than Vienna and attracts much fewer tourists.
In 2023, 17.3 million people visited Vienna, whereas only 1.3 million people visited Graz.
Still, Graz oozes Austrian charms and it's many landmarks make it well worth a visit. Graz is home to the region's provincial armoury, which is the world's..
. Lauran O'Toole.
