Series: Rick Steves' Europe

Ramble through the venerable heart of Rome and explore St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican.

Explore the Trastevere district and the back lanes and unheralded corners of this grand metropolis.

Michelangelo's David, Botticelli's Birth of Venus and Ghiberti's Gates of Paradise are explored.

Enjoy more of the exquisite artistic treasures of Florence and marvel at wonders in Pisa and Lucca.

Explore the Seine River, Napoleon's tomb and the Louvre and experience a patriotic Bastille Day.

Explore the Cluny Museum, heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle and Pere Lachaise Cemetery.

Visit Westminster Abbey, explore the British Library and enjoy the vibrant evening scene in Soho.

Admire idyllic lakes, waterfalls and stony summits while hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District.

Cruise the Grand Canal, visit a venerable cafe and savor fresh fish canalside with Venetian friends.

Sample the splendid art treasures of Venice, explore its backstreet wonders and cruise its lagoon.

Practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable and culturally broadening trip to Europe is given.

Practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable and culturally broadening trip to Europe is given.

Practical advice for having a fun, affordable and culturally broadening trip to Europe is shared.

The five tiny port towns of Vernazza, Corniglia, Manarola, Riomaggiore and Monterosso are visited.

Rick visits Hamburg, Germany's mighty port city, and the great historic sights of Martin Luther.

Opulent palaces and art treasures in Dresden and the Bach heritage of Leipzig are explored.