Explore London and Rome

Roughly 1,200 miles separate London and Rome, but these two iconic cities have plenty of similarities. Two of the world's most influential capitals, they both feature Renaissance artwork by Michelangelo and Raphael. When architect Christopher Wren designed London's St. Paul's Cathedral, he drew inspiration from St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. You'll spend 3 nights in each of these legendary cities, plenty of time to take in the sights. There's no set day-to-day itinerary, but we've listed some of our favorite stops below. This vacation includes:

• Round-trip airfare from New York (specific gateway determined by availability)
• 3 nights' standard accommodations in London at the Holiday Villa Hotel
• Flight from London to Rome
• 3 nights' standard accommodations in Rome at the Hotel Albani or a similar hotel
• Breakfast daily

London

England's capital city and the Royal Family's stomping grounds, London is studded with iconic architecture, from Big Ben's clock tower to Westminster Abbey's Gothic spires to Buckingham Palace. Head to London's West End for live theater or to visit trendy Soho for a cabaret show.

• St. Paul's Cathedral: This 17th-century church is topped with one of the largest domes on earth and features a Whispering Gallery with impressive acoustics.
• National Gallery: Its collection includes Renaissance art by Titian, Michelangelo, and El Greco. Self-portraits by Rembrandt and Sandro Botticelli's Venus and Mars are among the other standout pieces here.
• London Eye Ferris Wheel: suspends riders in glass-walled pods 440 feet above the River Thames
• Eat like a local: Dig into pie and mash or savor sticky toffee pudding at a local pub. Curry houses throughout the city serve up fragrant morsels of Pakistani and Indian fare.
• Getting around: The Queensway, Bayswater, and Paddington underground Tube stations are all within walking distance of the hotel.

Rome

Rome's history runs deep, especially at the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, and the Pantheon, three of its best-known relics. Home to the Vatican, Rome also serves as Italy's religious center.

• Sistine Chapel: Marvel at Michelangelo's frescoes on the ceiling, part of the Vatican Museums complex.
• Trevi Fountain: The story goes that if you throw a coin over your shoulder and into the fountain, you're certain to travel to Rome again.
• St. Peter's Basilica, considered the largest church on the planet, offers stunning views of the city from its dome.
• Eat like a local: Fluffy pizza bianca can come dusted with olive oil and stuffed with mortadella, fresh tomatoes, and mozzarella. For dessert, try a slice of ricotta cheesecake.
• Getting around: The Via Po/Via Simeto bus stop is just down the street from the hotel.

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