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Things to do in Linz
152 attractions · Austria
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Upper Austria, Austria · 48.300, 14.283
About Linz
Linz serves as the capital of Upper Austria and stands as a primary industrial and technological hub along the Danube River. The city blends its historical significance with a forward-looking digital culture, most visible at the Ars Electronica Center. Visitors can explore the vast Linz’s main square or experience the distinct contrast between the traditional architecture of the New Cathedral and the modern aesthetic of the Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz. The city also hosts the innovative Musiktheater, cementing its reputation as a center for contemporary arts.
Good to know
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Linz is home to the world's oldest document mentioning a city's name, specifically referring to 'Lentia' in a Roman context.
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The city is famous for the Linzer Torte, which holds the record as the oldest known cake recipe in the world, dating back to 1653.
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Johannes Kepler lived in Linz for several years, where he discovered the third law of planetary motion in 1618.
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During the National Socialist era, the city was intended to be developed into one of the 'Führermuseen' cultural centers for the Third Reich.
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Linz hosts the annual Ars Electronica Festival, one of the world's most significant forums for media arts and technology.
Plan your visit to Linz
Best time to visit
May to September, when the mild climate along the Danube facilitates outdoor exploration and riverfront activities.
How many days
2-3 days to explore the historical center, museum quarter, and local parks.
Getting around
The city features a highly efficient public tram and bus network; the central district is compact and highly walkable.
Where to stay
The area surrounding the main square provides easy access to historical sites, while the bank of the Danube offers proximity to the modern arts district.
Budget
Mid-range; prices for dining and accommodation are standard for Austrian urban centers.
Highlights of Linz
The places our editors single out - and why they're worth your time.
Linz’s main square
This expansive urban space is one of the largest enclosed town squares in Europe and features the iconic Trinity Column.
The New Cathedral
As the largest church in Austria by capacity, its neo-Gothic spire dominates the city skyline.
Ars Electronica Center
This museum offers interactive exhibits focused on the intersection of art, technology, and society.
Landestheater Linz - Musiktheater
An architectural landmark, this venue is recognized for its state-of-the-art stage technology and acoustics.
Linz Botanical Garden
The garden contains a diverse collection of flora, including an extensive cactus house and specialized botanical greenhouses.
Grottenbahn
Located within Pöstlingberg, this attraction takes visitors through a mystical grotto world populated by mechanical fairy-tale figures.
Lentos Kunstmuseum Linz
The building is renowned for its glass facade that glows with artistic light installations after dark.
Schlossmuseum Linz
Situated in the historic castle, this museum houses the largest collection of artifacts related to the cultural and social history of Upper Austria.
Top things to do in Linz
The 152 most popular places in Linz.
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Playgrounds Hidden gem
Kinderspielplatz
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Temples Hidden gem
Pfarrgemeinde Linz - St. Peter
St. Peter in Linz is a Roman Catholic parish church located in the Bindermichl-Keferfeld district. It serves as a spirit...
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Museums Hidden gem
Tower 9 - Stadtmuseum Leonding
Tower 9 - Stadtmuseum Leonding is a municipal museum housed inside a historic Maximilian fortification tower located in...
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Minoritenkirche
The Minoritenkirche in Linz is a historic Gothic and Rococo church located at Promenade 24, renowned for its striking in...
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Friedenskirche
Friedenskirche, officially known as the Christkönig-Kirche or Pfarrkirche Linz-Christ König, is a notable Roman Catholic...
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Gurdwara Sahib
Gurdwara Sahib in Linz is a prominent Sikh place of worship serving the local community in Upper Austria. Located on Wie...
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Places of interest Hidden gem
Aussichtspunkt mit Anschlagtafel
The Aussichtspunkt mit Anschlagtafel is a viewpoint located in the Obernbergen area of Linz, Austria, characterized by a...
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Historical places Hidden gem
Schloss Puchenau
Schloss Puchenau is a historic castle estate located in the municipality of Puchenau, just west of Linz, Austria, along...
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Parks Hidden gem
Isidor Park
Isidor Park is a local green space located in Leonding, Austria, just southwest of Linz along Bruno-Gallee-Weg. It funct...
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Weikerlseebrücke
The Weikerlseebrücke is a pedestrian and cyclist bridge spanning the channel that connects the Great and Small Weikerlse...
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Kleingartenverein Auwiesen 1
Kleingartenverein Auwiesen 1 is a traditional Austrian allotment garden association located in the southern Auwiesen dis...
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Historical places Hidden gem
Landhausbrücke
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Temples Hidden gem
Pfarrgemeinde Urfahr - Heiliger Geist
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Museums Hidden gem
Zahnmuseum Linz
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Stadtpfarrkirche Mariä Himmelfahrt
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Stifterhaus
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St. Michael
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Pfarre Linz-St. Konrad
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Al Rahman Mosque
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Schloss Ebelsberg
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Theaterhaus Altenberg
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Temples Hidden gem
ICF Linz - Freikirche in Linz
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Parks Hidden gem
Kleingartenverein Riesenhof
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Urfahrwänd, Linz
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Seelsorgezentrum Lichtenberg
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Neptunbrunnen am Balzarek-Rondeau
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Rom. Cath. Parish St. Paul
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Panuliwiese
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Puppenkistlbühne Linz
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