Podcast Tour The Torn Vienna of the Third Man
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Dive into the light and dark world of Vienna in 1948, a city destroyed by war, divided by four occupying powers, and ruled by the black market. This audio journey follows the traces of Carol Reed's cinematic masterpiece "The Third Man". You won't just hear about the history; you will feel the dizziness of the crooked streets, smell the dust of the bombed ruins, and uncover the harrowing stories of penicillin smuggling and espionage in the Cold War that inspired the film. Discover the moral ambiguity of a city where your oldest friend could be a monster and where the imperial facades hide the darkest secrets.
- A 2.1 km self-guided tour with 4 stops in 67 min.
- Ideal for travelers interested in pop culture & media landscapes and history & memory
Told in an immersive podcast style by experts and locals
- Suitable audio content, AI guide, and navigation via the app
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Duration 1 hour 7 min
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Guided experience
German, English
Key facts
What's included
Included
- Verified facts woven into an engaging story
- Interactive in-app guide for questions about the story and surroundings
- Precise navigation between the stops
- Immersive podcast-style audio featuring experts and locals
Itinerary
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Stop 1
The iconic entrance hall where Orson Welles' character Harry Lime first appears and sets the tense tone of the tour.
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Stop 2
The steep, eerie stairs of this old Gothic church formed the backdrop for the film's confusing chases.
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Stop 3
The magnificent exterior facade, which served as Harry Lime's apartment and underscores the strong contrast between Vienna's imperial past and the decay of the post-war period.
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Stop 4
A historic café that served as a notorious meeting place for spies and black marketeers and where Graham Greene researched for his novel.
Meeting point & pickup
Meet at the starting point
Travel from the central transport hub in Vienna to Harry Lime's Doorway using public transport. Go the last bit to Schreyvogelgasse 8, 1010 Vienna. Check the current connection on the day of travel.
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