During your Free Essential Vienna Tour, you will be able to see one of the most spectacular palaces in Europe, the Hofburg. This was the lavish residence of the Habsburg dynasty since the 12th century and today it never ceases to amaze tourists. This area will be ideal for an introduction to the huge Albertina Museum, and also to talk about the important role of the monarchy. In particular, you will hear about one of the most unfortunate empresses of all time: the famous Sissi. Next, you will walk through beautiful cobbled streets, with traditional shops and old houses, to St. Stephen's Cathedral, one of the symbols of Vienna. Its impressive Gothic structure not only serves as the tomb of the Habsburg royal family, but also saw Mozart's wedding and funeral.