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Graz Jewish Quarter and Old Town Private Tour

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Overview

Explore the unstable history of Austrian Jews. See related places & hear absorbing stories & important facts about WWII & Holocaust. Experience the beauty of Graz while discovering its Top Highlights with 5-Stars Guide.

Highlights:

- Discover the turbulent history of Jews in Graz on a walking tour with Jewish History Expert-Guide
- See the modern Graz Synagogue and learn about the tragic events of Kristallnacht, Holocaust and Austria during World War II
- Explore the University of Graz and the life of Otto Loewi
- Visit the Old Town Highlights as the Hauptplatz, the Sporgasse, the Graz Castle and more
- Enjoy an exclusive Private Tour with adjusted tempo and interest according to your wish

Devastating events from the past changed the Jewish community irreversibly. After World War II, only 110 Graz Jews survived. Follow the path of traces of Jewish culture, history and science. Enjoy the sightseeing of best Old Town sites as well, and find out why it was inscribed on the UNESCO list.

What's Included

  • Special route related with Jewish places, culture and history
  • Adjusted tempo and interest as it is a Private Tour
  • Private Tour of Graz Jewish Sites and Old Town Highlights.
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    Meeting Location

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    Universitätspl. 3
    8010 Graz, Austria

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    Universitätspl. 3

    Meet your guide In front of the University of Graz, Universitätspl. 3, 8010 Graz, Austria.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    University of Graz

    Explore the University of Graz, the second largest university in Styria. Hear about famous Jewish alumnus, Otto Loewi, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 1936.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II

    See the fascinating Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II. This imperial place of rest impresses with its turquoise domes and majestic appearance.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Graz Cathedral

    Admire the beauty of Graz Cathedral.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Garden Castle

    Discover the Graz Castle. It hides a Jewish gravestone with a poignant epitaph.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Sporgasse

    Walk along the bustling Sporgasse.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Hauptplatz

    Reach the Hauptplatz, a charming square surrounded by many historical buildings.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Herrengasse

    Take a stroll through the Herrengasse, where the former Jewish Quarter was located.
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    10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Graz

    Finally, explore the modern building of the Graz Synagogue and hear the fascinating history of the former one, destroyed during the Kristallnacht. Did you know that bricks from the old synagogue were used for construction of the new one? This one-of-a-kind tour will give you a unique opportunity to learn everything about Austrian Jews and Jewish Community in Graz. Your Expert-Guide will make sure you get the most of your experience and will provide important, but extremely interesting information about the sites.
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    20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Graz Jewish Quarter and Old Town Private Tour?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Special route related with Jewish places, culture and history
    • Adjusted tempo and interest as it is a Private Tour
    • Private Tour of Graz Jewish Sites and Old Town Highlights.
    • Fascinating facts and history of Holocaust, WWII and Jews in Austria
    • Jewish History Expert-Guide with Official Austrian License speaking fluently in a chosen language

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.

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