Graz Jewish Quarter and Old Town Private Tour

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.

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Universitätspl. 3, 8010 Graz, Austria

Meet your guide In front of the University of Graz, Universitätspl. 3, 8010 Graz, Austria.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: University of Graz, Universitätspl. 3, 8010 Graz, Austria

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.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Mausoleum of Emperor Ferdinand II, Burgergasse 1, Graz 8010 Austria

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

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Graz Cathedral, Bürgergasse 1, 8010 Graz, Austria

Admire the beauty of Graz Cathedral.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Garden Castle, Andritzer Reichsstraße 4a, 8045 Graz, Austria

Discover the Graz Castle. It hides a Jewish gravestone with a poignant epitaph.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Sporgasse, Steiermark angolo Hauptplatz, Graz 8010 Austria

Walk along the bustling Sporgasse.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Hauptplatz, Graz Austria

Reach the Hauptplatz, a charming square surrounded by many historical buildings.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Herrengasse, Graz Austria

Take a stroll through the Herrengasse, where the former Jewish Quarter was located.

Duration: 10 minutes

Stop At: Graz, Graz, Styria

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.

Duration: 20 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Infants must sit on laps"
"Near public transportation"
"Stroller accessible"
"Surfaces are wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information."
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Duration: 2 Hours
Start location: Universitätspl. 3, 8010 Graz, Austria

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

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

Not Included

Facilities