Budapest to Vienna

A sleep in in Budapest meant we left the hotel about 11am and drove to Vienna via the motorway. We still arrived in time to spend the afternoon exploring the streets by foot. What a fascinating city. The buildings are very ornate from the churches and Parliament to the museums and Rathaus. Between these you see the horses and carts taking people for scenic rides.

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We found a street side cafe for coffee and snack and then another lovely cafe later for glasses of wine and dinner.

On one occasion I heard the most beautiful music and followed the sound to where an elderly man was busking.I stood and listened and couldn’t help but give something for my enjoyment.IMG_7215

An early start tomorrow as we drive to Heidelberg tomorrow.

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