Published on Feb, 2025
Despite a chilly damp morning, we greatly enjoyed our first look at Vienna with Brigitte as our guide. She met us at our hotel and led us to Belvedere Castle, then we trammed over to the Hofburg Palace (paused to take in some sort of big diplomatic to-do, with many limos and a military marching band), through the grand gates up to trendy Graben and concluded at Stephansdom/St. Stephen's Cathedral. Brigitte was very knowledgeable and quite fun; like being guided around by your favorite aunt! Plus, she had restaurant suggestions, and even made a reservation for us that night. Definitely went above and beyond!