Linz, Austria - Travel Guide

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Updated: 2026-09-28

Linz, the capital of Upper Austria, is a vibrant city nestled on the Danube River, blending rich history with technological innovation and modern art. Visit to experience the charm of its old town, enjoy fascinating museums, and taste the famous Linzer Torte.

Top things to do in Linz

Things to do in Linz include Pöstlingbergbahn, Ars Electronica Center, Linz Palace. Here are 15 places worth knowing, with a short note on each.

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A sample 3-day itinerary for Linz

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Day 1

Stops
5
Walking
28 min
  1. 1
    PöstlingbergbahnPöstlingberg
    550 m (🚶 13 min)
  2. 2
    Lentos Art MuseumArt museum · City Center
    150 m (🚶 2 min)
  3. 3
    Old Cathedral (Alter Dom)Church · Altstadt
    150 m (🚶 3 min)
  4. 4
    DreifaltigkeitssäuleLinz
    700 m (🚶 10 min)
  5. 5
    BrucknerhausConcert hall
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Day 2

Stops
7
  1. 1
    Pöstlingberg Pilgrimage ChurchMountain · Pöstlingberg
    4.8 km
  2. 2
    botanical garden, LinzBotanical garden · Linz
    1.3 km (🚶 22 min)
  3. 3
    Musiktheater LinzOpera house
    1.1 km (🚶 18 min)
  4. 4
    Nordico Stadtmuseum LinzMuseum · City Center
    3.7 km (🚶 55 min / 🚌 22 min)
  5. 5
    voestalpine StahlweltMuseum
    3.6 km (🚶 59 min / 🚌 24 min)
  6. 6
    New CathedralChurch
    450 m (🚶 6 min)
  7. 7
    The O.K. Center for Contemporary Art
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Day 3

Stops
6
Walking
47 min
  1. 1
    St Martin's ChurchChurch
    200 m (🚶 3 min)
  2. 2
    Linz PalaceCastle · Linz
    250 m (🚶 3 min)
  3. 3
    MartinskircheChurch · Linz
    650 m (🚶 11 min)
  4. 4
    Ars Electronica CenterArt museum
    400 m (🚶 8 min)
  5. 5
    Linz Castle
    1.2 km (🚶 22 min)
  6. 6
    Freinberg (Viewpoint)Froschberg
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Frequently asked questions

What are the top things to do in Linz?

Pöstlingbergbahn, Ars Electronica Center, Linz Palace, Anton Bruckner Museum, Lentos Art Museum, Linz Schlossberg (Castle Hill) and 9 more. Pöstlingbergbahn: A picturesque mountain railway ascending Pöstlingberg mountain, offering spectacular panoramic views of the city and surroundings.

What can you do in 3 days in Linz?

Day 1: Pöstlingbergbahn, Lentos Art Museum, Old Cathedral (Alter Dom), Dreifaltigkeitssäule. Day 2: Pöstlingberg Pilgrimage Church, botanical garden, Linz, Musiktheater Linz, Nordico Stadtmuseum Linz. Day 3: St Martin's Church, Linz Palace, Martinskirche, Ars Electronica Center.

Which areas should you explore in Linz?

The itinerary for Linz runs through Pöstlingberg, City Center, Altstadt, Linz and Froschberg.

Which museums are worth visiting in Linz?

Museums worth visiting in Linz: Ars Electronica Center, Anton Bruckner Museum, Lentos Art Museum (City Center), Nordico Stadtmuseum Linz (City Center) and voestalpine Stahlwelt.

Which churches are worth seeing in Linz?

Churches worth seeing in Linz: Old Cathedral (Alter Dom) (Altstadt), Wallfahrtskirche zu den Sieben Schmerzen Mariä (Linz), New Cathedral, St Martin's Church and Martinskirche (Linz).

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