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Journey into Post-War Vienna: The Third Man Film Experience and Museum

Immerse yourself in the enduring legacy of the iconic 1948 film through authentic city exploration.

The enduring legacy of the 1948 film 'The Third Man' is celebrated in Vienna, offering visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the movie's atmosphere and locations. This cinematic journey includes guided tours through original filming sites in the Old Town and the atmospheric Vienna sewers. You can also visit the Third Man Museum, showcasing props and photographs, or catch a screening at Burgkino.

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Exhibition summary

Explore Vienna through the lens of the classic film 'The Third Man.' Visitors can retrace the footsteps of Harry Lime by taking specialized tours through original film locations in the Old Town and the city's historic sewers, or visit the dedicated Third Man Museum.

Curatorial context

The enduring legacy of the 1948 film 'The Third Man' is celebrated in Vienna, offering visitors a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the movie's atmosphere and locations. The page highlights various ways to experience this cinematic classic: the Third Man Tour, which guides visitors through original filming sites in the Old Town and the atmospheric, historically preserved Vienna sewers; the Burgkino cinema, which screens a restored version of the film regularly; and the Third Man Museum, showcasing props, photographs, and even Anton Karas's zither. These experiences collectively paint a picture of post-war Vienna as depicted in the film, blending cinematic history with tangible city exploration.

Admission and ticket notes

Information on guided tours for the Third Man Tour and entry to the Third Man Museum is available with specific pricing and opening times mentioned. Discounts may apply when visiting multiple sites, and reservations are often mandatory for tours. The Burgkino cinema also screens the film regularly with specific showtimes.

The Third Man in Vienna key exhibition facts

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Central Cemetery
Current status
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Exhibition schedule
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Artist line / attribution
The exhibition experience is centered around the film 'The Third Man,' directed by Carol Reed and starring Orson Welles as Harry Lime. It also features the music of Anton Karas.
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