Richard Linklater’s tender romance about two strangers who spend one night wandering and talking was filmed in Vienna itself – across the cafes, squares and Ferris wheel of the Austrian capital, in real time as dawn approaches.
Where was Before Sunrise filmed?
Before Sunrise was filmed across Vienna, Austria – its cafes, the Prater Ferris wheel and the old city.
Every Before Sunrise location, explained
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The first kiss – the Prater
Jesse and Celine’s first kiss came on the Ferris wheel at Vienna’s Prater.
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The cafes – Vienna
Their long conversations used real Viennese cafes, like Café Sperl and the Kleines Café.
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The cemetery
A quiet scene used the poignant Cemetery of the Nameless.
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The old city
The couple wander the squares and streets of central Vienna.
Planning a visit
Vienna – its Prater Ferris wheel, cafes and old city – is a beautiful, accessible city that fans of the film love to walk.
Before Sunrise Fun Facts
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Filmed in Vienna The one-night romance used the real cafes and squares of Vienna.
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The Prater kiss Their first kiss came on the famous Prater Ferris wheel.
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Almost real-time The film unfolds over a single night in the city.
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A trilogy began It launched a beloved trilogy revisiting the couple every nine years.
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Linklater's romance The film is one of director Richard Linklater’s most cherished.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where was Before Sunrise filmed?
Across Vienna, Austria – its cafes, the Prater Ferris wheel and the old city.
Is it set in Vienna?
Yes – the couple wander Vienna for one night.
Can you visit the locations?
Yes – the Prater and Vienna’s cafes are accessible.
Who directed Before Sunrise?
Richard Linklater.
Who stars in it?
Ethan Hawke and Julie Delpy.
