Vienna Crime Museum

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Jul 31, 2025 - Aug 01, 2025
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Explore the Dark Side of Vienna at the Crime Museum

Curious about Austria's most notorious crimes? The Vienna Crime Museum presents a chilling journey through the criminal history of Vienna, revealing tales that shaped society.

Founded in 2005, the museum is located in the centuries-old Seifensiederhaus, functioning since 1685. The museum's unique architecture enhances the eerie stories told through various exhibits, including the penal system of the Dark Ages and the historical context of infamous criminal cases.

Chilling Highlights

  • 🔍 Macabre Exhibits: Skulls of infamous criminals and an 18th-century pickled head.
  • 🔪 Execution History: Displays of the last public executions in Vienna.
  • 🕵️‍♂️ Criminal Investigation Evolution: Insight into the development of the Criminal Investigation Department.

The museum offers a paid experience, welcoming tourists, families, and history enthusiasts to delve into Vienna's darkest stories.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Vienna Crime Museum

Historic Building

The museum resides in Seifensiederhaus, established before 1685.

Execution Exhibits

Features displays of public executions from Vienna's history.

Famous Cases

Showcases major criminal cases, including the attempt on Kaiser Franz Josef's life.

Location

Grosse Sperlgasse 24 2nd district - Leopoldstadt

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