Top Tourist Attractions in Klagenfurt

Best Things To Do in Klagenfurt, Austria

Whether you're visiting Klagenfurt for a few days or are a localite, Klagenfurt is sure to have something new for you. Explore our guide that tells you about the best tourist places to visit and things to do in Klagenfurt. This guide will give you an idea about the popular attractions, upcoming tourist spots, and off-beat things to do in Klagenfurt. This makes it easy to plan weekends or long vacations in Klagenfurt. We have compiled this cool stuff to do in Klagenfurt keeping in mind the points of interest for families, groups, and romantic couples. Looking at the activities for adventure junkies in Klagenfurt listed here will get the blood rushing and adrenaline pumping through your veins.

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Tourist Attractions in Klagenfurt

Here is the list of things to do in Klagenfurt and tourist attractions in city.

  1. Lindwurmbrunnen And Neuerplatz

    Lindwurmbrunnen And Neuerplatz

    Tags: Landmark, Statue, Cafe, Restaurant

    The fountain at this square is fit to put all other fountains to shame. It’s Klagenfurt’s main landmark – the Lindworm, a giant dragon about to be slain by Hercules. While the dragon fountain was established in the 16th century, the Hercules statue wasn’t added until the 17th. Check out the various coat of arms on the base of the fountain. When you’re done admiring...Read more

  2. City Arkaden

    City Arkaden

    Tags: Historical Site, Cafe, Restaurant, Mall

    This is where the city comes to shop! Altogether there are about 80 enterprises here comprising of shops, restaurants and cafes. There’s a food market, a perfumery, various boutiques, a book store – it’s all here. You should check out the building itself too. It’s been integrated into an older, historical structure, and is all the more elegant for it.

  3. Landhaus

    Landhaus

    Tags: Food And Drinks, Restaurant, Entertainment, Tower

    Right in the middle of Klagenfurt, this beautiful courtyard-building supplies enough intrigue and entertainment to take up an entire day. The Italian style structure is newly renovated – everything looks fresh. Today, it is the seat of the local assembly, but there’s plenty for a tourist to do. The main highlights are: The restaurant on the ground floor – great beer and great...Read more

  4. Europa Park

    Europa Park

    Tags: Outdoors, Beach, Park, Cafe

    On the east bank of Worthersee Lake, right next to Minimundus, there’s a lovely green space that mixes all the fun of beaches, meadows and forest within itself – Europa Park. At 22 acres, it’s once of Austria’s largest parks. It’s a great place for: Picnics, strolling, chess, people watching and selfies-taking. In spring, the flowers are beautiful. There’s a...Read more

  5. Gustav Mahler Komponierhauschen

    Gustav Mahler Komponierhauschen
    Gustav Mahler looked to nature’s tranquillity for inspiration for his music. He frequently found that inspiration at the banks of the Wothersee, working at this house during the summer months between 1900 and 1907. Today, you get to explore that incredible composer’s life throughletters, postcards, musical scores and photos.

  6. Benedictine Market

    Benedictine Market

    Tags: Food And Drinks, Cafe, Restaurant, Market

    While the market’s two halls tend to be open all week long, the best time to visit is on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, when the local farmers all descend on the square to sell their good. Everything turns into a cheerful bedlam – the locals race for the delicious fresh food and grocers - fruit, cheese, baked goods, fish, and fresh meat! It’s the best place and time to get to...Read more

  7. Kreuzbergl

    Kreuzbergl

    Tags: Church, Museum, Trail, View Point

    This is Klagenfurt’s ‘backyard mountain’. It’s a hill that rises about 571 metres above sea level and is criss-crossed with innumerable hiking trails. You’ll come across some picturesque small ponds, pretty woodland, and meadows. Get a map of the hill off the Internet or from the local tourist office and check out the following highlights: The Kreuzbergl Church &n...Read more

  8. Maria Loretto Castle

    Maria Loretto Castle

    Tags: Hotel, Bar, View Point, Food And Drinks

    A restaurant really has to be something special to qualify as a tourist attraction. Well, seeing that this one pulled out all the stops – set in a 17th century castle; terrace restaurant; a magnificent view of the lake at sunset – it qualified. The castle is such a romantic venue that at a chapel at its foot, by the lake, you can actually arrange for your own wedding. There is also ...Read more

  9. Carinthian Botanic Garden

    Carinthian Botanic Garden

    Tags: Library, Garden, Botanical Garden

    Research, education and recreation centred on the flora of Carinthia – that’s the focus of these lovely botanic gardens. Its highlights are: An Alpine landscaped waterfall garden. The oldest Herbarium in Carinthia. Historical scientific instruments A library for research. The Succulent’s Quarter The cottage garden It’s an idyllic location, and though this isn’t t...Read more

  10. Stadtpfarrkirche St. Egid

    Stadtpfarrkirche St. Egid

    Tags: Church, Religious Site, Architecture

    Though somewhat plain on the outside, the church has an interior that’s really worth checking out. It’s one of the oldest Roman Catholic Churches in town. There used to be an older church here from the 13th century, but earthquakes and fires razed it down. The current church was built the early years of the 18th century. The highlights are: The Baroque onion dome (you can climb it ...Read more

  11. Bergbaumuseum Klagenfurt

    Bergbaumuseum Klagenfurt

    Tags: Museum, History Museum, War Memorial, Specialty Museum

    This intriguing museum found quite an exciting home. It’s set within a five hundred metre tunnel that used to be an air raid bomb shelter during WWII. Today though, it’s where you delve into the history of mining in Carinthia. The museum is divided into three sections: The Montan Duchy – Photos, document and exhibits related to cultural mining. Mineralogy: Examples of the typ...Read more

  12. Discothek Bollwerk

    Discothek Bollwerk

    Tags: Bar, Food And Drinks, Club, Entertainment

    The best nightclub in town somehow managed to make a wide open modern dance space – complete with the cutting edge light and sound equipment – look comfortable and intimate. The feel of the place is rustic. The snack bar is pretty good too.

  13. Jazzkeller Kamot

    Jazzkeller Kamot

    Tags: Food And Drinks, Pubs, Entertainment, Performance

    A pub centred on jazz music isn’t as common as you may think. Even rarer are those where the national top jazz players regularly perform. Thankfully, at this warm and friendly tavern, both the music and mood blend smoothly with the alcohol. It’s a very cozy atmosphere, and you wish it would stay open later into the night than it does.

  14. Parkhaus - Das Cafe

    Parkhaus - Das Cafe Image
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    Tags: Food And Drinks, Cafe

    An upbeat cafe with a cosy environment, Park House - The Cafè is a destination for all those who are young at heart. The ambience is enough to make you fall in love with this cafe. A number of different fun activities and events are conducted here. The area is quite impressive, and it accommodates a number of benches, tents and more. For all the young travellers who are here alone or wit...Read more

  15. Stadthauptpfarrkirche St. Egid

    Stadthauptpfarrkirche St. Egid

    Tags: Church, Religious Site

    The gothic revival architecture of Stadthauptpfarrkirche St. Egid along with the baroque style of design is sure to mesmerize you with the beauty of the church. The tower is the main attraction of the place from where you will get a brilliant view of the entire city. Historic facades are combined with modern architecture at Stadthauptpfarrkirche St. Egid which will give you a deeper insight int...Read more