Image of a bench in the vineyards in Austria, Graz, the "Green Heart of Austria."

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Visit Austria-Graz and Experience Austria’s Hidden Gem

Visit Austria and discover Graz, Austria’s hidden gem, also known as the “Green Heart of Austria.”

The city of Graz in the Region of Steiermark is the second largest city in Austria and still a relatively unknown city.

Graz is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the “City of Design,” a college town, a pioneering place, and a city with traditions and heart.

It is also called “The City of Locals & the Region of Traditions” for these reasons.

The region around is known for its excellent wine, volcanic thermal springs, great hiking and biking trails, and, most of all, its very friendly people.

Contact Marion to reserve your tour in Austria and discover Graz today.

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Travel Like a Local with Marion

“When you ‘Travel Like a Local with Marion’ you no longer feel like a tourist.” Amy L.

With Marion, you will experience “old world charm” mixed with young and innovative vibes.

Sometimes, leisure travel can be fraught with anxiety and fear of disappointment.

But when you “Travel Like a Local with Marion,” everything is taken care of for you so you can confidently relish the hidden gems enjoyed typically by locals.

Marion’s small group settings allow you to experience a bespoke itinerary, not a cookie-cutter agenda.

Contact Marion to reserve your tour in Austria and discover Graz today.

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Experience Traveling With Your Five Senses

When you “Travel Like a Local with Marion,” you will experience traveling with your five senses.

What will you SEE?

When you visit Austria and discover Graz, you will see the beauty of blending old and modern architecture.

Old and beautiful buildings are the heart of downtown Graz, Austria.

But don’t be fooled.

There are very modern and “head-scratching” buildings right next to them, living in complete harmony.

Colorful buildings downtown Graz, Austria

What will you SMELL?

You will smell the aroma of freshly ground coffee and delectable pastries, which Austria is famous for.

Austria is known for its “Mehlspeisen” (pastries) and great coffee culture.

To walk into one of those “Konditorei” (pastry shops) will make your mouth water.

Pastry shop full of delicious cakes and pastries for their clients in Graz, Austria

Table with coffee and chocolate cake in Graz, Austria

What will you TOUCH?

You will get in touch with locals and learn about their culture and way of living up close and personal.

People from the Region of Steiermark, Austria, will embrace you in their traditional outfits (which are also worth touching and feeling) and show you the “old world.”