Rick Steves’ Europe
Rick Steves is America's most respected authority on European travel.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of Prehistoric Europe
S12 Ep1201 | 25m 18s
We marvel at Stone Age cave paintings, mighty megaliths, and mysterious goddesses.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of Ancient Greece
S12 Ep1202 | 25m 19s
Greece’s timeless art: Golden Age temples, alluring Venuses, and exuberant Winged Victory.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Ancient Roman Art
S12 Ep1203 | 25m 37s
Rome’s rise, as seen in its supersized monuments, colorful mosaics, and marble Caesars.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the Roman Empire
S12 Ep1204 | 25m 19s
The grand cities of ancient Rome’s vast empire and majestic churches of its fall.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the Early Middle Ages
S12 Ep1205 | 25m 18s
Early Europeans produce diverse art: from Christians to Muslims and Byzantines to Vikings.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the High Middle Ages
S12 Ep1206 | 25m 36s
Soaring Gothic cathedrals of radiant stained glass, plus art celebrating worldly pleasure.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the Florentine Renaissance
S12 Ep1207 | 25m 18s
Florence’s bold “rebirth” is powered by the genius of Leonardo, Rafael, and Michelangelo.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the Renaissance Beyond Florence
S12 Ep1208 | 25m 39s
From Portugal to Germany, booming economies and new technologies produce exquisite art.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Baroque Art
S12 Ep1209 | 25m 36s
We marvel at Baroque’s over-the-top churches, palaces, bubbly fountains, and theatric art.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the Neoclassical Age
S12 Ep1210 | 25m 18s
Roaming Europe, we admire stately Neoclassical buildings and dramatic Romantic paintings.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the Impressionists and Beyond
S12 Ep1211 | 25m 17s
Shimmering Impressionist canvases by Monet and Renoir, plus Van Gogh, Gauguin and more.
Rick Steves’ Europe: Art of the 20th Century
S12 Ep1212 | 25m 16s
The turbulent century and its rule-breaking art—Picasso, Surrealism and edgy architecture.
Austrian and Italian Alps
S11 Ep1101 | 25m 2s
In the Alps of Austria and Italy, we celebrate both nature and culture.
Swiss Alps
S11 Ep1102 | 25m 2s
Switzerland draws travelers from around the world for its legendary mountains.
French Alps and Lyon
S11 Ep1103 | 25m 2s
After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon we head for Chamonix.
Germany’s Fascist Story
S11 Ep1104 | 26m 16s
Traveling across Germany, we trace the roots of Nazism in the aftermath of World War I.
Egypt’s Cairo
S11 Ep1105 | 25m 2s
We visit teeming Cairo, straddling the Nile, exploring the back streets on a tuk-tuk.
Egypt’s Nile, Alexandria, and Luxor
S11 Ep1106 | 26m 15s
Exploring the Nile Valley from north to south, we see the highlights of Egypt.
Ethiopia: A Development Story
S11 Ep1107 | 25m 33s
Rick uses Ethiopia as a classroom for understanding global hunger and extreme poverty
Why We Travel
S11 Ep1108 | 26m 47s
In times of crisis and challenge, we ask ourselves: What is the true value of travel?
The Heart of England
S10 Ep1001 | 25m 2s
In England we'll wander through Oxford, Cambridge, Blenheim Palace and Ironbridge Gorge.
Portugal’s Heartland
S10 Ep1003 | 25m 2s
We'll visit Portugal's cities of Nazare, Coimbra and Porto, and savor tasty port wine.
Travel Skills: Cruising
S10 Ep1004 | 25m 34s
We'll learn how to get the most out of a cruise, and look at the joys and the downsides.
Greek Islands: Santorini, Mykonos, and Rhodes
S10 Ep1005 | 25m 2s
Traveling to Santorini, Mykonos and Rhodes, we’ll see how cruising can help you island-hop
European Festivals 1
S10 Ep1006 | 25m 2s
Let's join the locals at Siena's Palio, Scotland’s Highland Games, Carnevale in Venice
European Festivals 2
S10 Ep1007 | 25m 2s
Celebrate with the locals in Sevilla, Paris, Pamplona, Munich, Nürnberg and the snowy Alps
The Best of Sicily
S10 Ep1008 | 25m 18s
Let's enjoy Sicily's Palermo, Monreale, Agrigento, Villa Casale, Taormina, and Mt. Etna
Sicilian Delights
S10 Ep1009 | 25m 1s
Let's relax in Cefalù, ponder ancient Siracusa, and fill up at a Sicilian banquet
Scotland’s Highlands
S10 Ep1010 | 25m 2s
Let's visit Scotland’s Glencoe, Inverness, the Culloden battlefield and Loch Ness.
Scotland’s Islands
S10 Ep1011 | 25m 2s
We'll wander across the Isles of Iona and Skye, then set sail for Orkney’s Scapa Flow.
Glasgow and Scottish Passions
S10 Ep1012 | 25m 1s
Starting in Glasgow, we travel to Stirling Castle, and watch a sheepdog demo.
Germany’s Hamburg and the Luther Trail
S9 Ep901 | 25m
Hamburg, Germany’s mighty port city has risen from the ashes of World War II
Germany’s Dresden and Leipzig
S9 Ep902 | 25m
Rick visits the two great cities of Saxony: the capital city of Dresden and Leipzig
Germany’s Frankfurt and Nuremberg
S9 Ep903 | 25m
Rick visits skyscraper-studded Frankfurt and Nürnberg, capital of the Third Reich.
Bulgaria
S9 Ep904 | 25m
Bulgaria, mysterious to most Americans, has a vivid identity as crossroads of the Balkans
Romania
S9 Ep905 | 25m
Rick tours Romania's vibrant capital, Bucharest, the "Little Paris of the East"
Assisi and Italian Country Charm
S9 Ep906 | 25m
In the Italian countryside, Rick enjoys an agriturismo, sees prosciutto and pecorino made
Siena and Tuscany’s Wine Country
S9 Ep907 | 25m
Rick enjoys a front-row seat at Siena's wild horse race - the venerable Palio
Southeast England
S9 Ep909 | 25m 1s
Rick travels the southeast coast of England, from Canterbury to Dover.
Western Turkey
S8 Ep801 | 25m 4s
Starting from the port of Kusadasi, we visit Pamukkale, Konya, and Antalya.
Central Turkey
S8 Ep802 | 25m 4s
We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon.
France’s Loire: Château Country
S8 Ep803 | 25m 4s
Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with châteaux.
Paris Side-Trips
S8 Ep804 | 25m 4s
Side-tripping from Paris to the Ile-de-France, Versailles, Vaux le Vicomte & Fontainebleau
The Best of Israel
S8 Ep805 | 26m 45s
We start in Jerusalem, visit cosmopolitan Tel Aviv and savor the local cuisine.
Palestine
S8 Ep806 | 26m 45s
We harvest olives near Ramallah, follow pilgrims to Bethlehem and bob in the Dead Sea.
Italy’s Riviera: Cinque Terre
S8 Ep807 | 25m 4s
We visit Italy's most remote, romantic stretch of the Riviera, from Vernazza to Monterosso
Italy’s Verona, Padova, and Ravenna
S8 Ep808 | 25m 4s
In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities: Padova, Verona and Ravenna.
Amsterdam
S8 Ep809 | 25m 4s
Europe's best-preserved 17th-century city, Amsterdam is traditional and modern.
The Netherlands Beyond Amsterdam
S8 Ep810 | 25m 2s
By train, bike, and boat, we visit the top Dutch sights outside of Amsterdam
Berlin
S8 Ep812 | 25m 4s
A tumultuous 20th century left reunited Berlin entertaining more visitors than ever.
Rome: Ancient Glory
S7 Ep701 | 25m 5s
Part one of three on the Eternal City, focusing on the grandeur of classical Rome.
Rome: Baroque Brilliance
S7 Ep702 | 24m 59s
This second of three episodes on Rome reveals a city busy bursting with Baroque.
Rome: Back-Street Riches
S7 Ep703 | 25m 4s
In this third episode on the Eternal City, we explore Rome on a more intimate scale.
Florence: Heart of the Renaissance
S7 Ep704 | 25m 4s
Fifteenth-century Florence was the birthplace of our modern world
Florentine Delights and Tuscan Side Trips
S7 Ep705 | 25m 4s
More of the artistic treasures of the city that propelled Europe out of the Middle Ages.
Paris: Regal and Intimate
S7 Ep706 | 25m 5s
In Paris, we cruise the Seine River, visit Napoleon’s tomb, and take in the Louvre.
Paris: Embracing Life and Art
S7 Ep707 | 25m 4s
The second of two episodes on Europe's "City of Light".
London: Historic and Dynamic
S7 Ep708 | 25m 4s
In London we ponder royal tombs in Westminster Abbey, enjoy the evening scene in Soho.
North England’s Lake District and Durham
S7 Ep709 | 25m 4s
Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District and Hadrian's Wall
Venice: City of Dreams
S7 Ep710 | 25m 5s
We trace Venice's decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one.
Venice and its Lagoon
S7 Ep711 | 25m 5s
Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm.
European Travel Skills Part I
S7 Ep712 | 25m 4s
30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a culturally broadening trip to Europe
European Travel Skills Part II
S7 Ep713 | 25m 4s
30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a culturally broadening trip to Europe
European Travel Skills Part III
S7 Ep714 | 25m 3s
30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a culturally broadening trip to Europe
Croatia: Adriatic Delights
S6 Ep602 | 25m 3s
Croatia's Dalmatian Coast, Plitvice Lakes National Park, Zagreb and the Istrian Peninsula.
Dubrovnik and Balkan Side-Trips
S6 Ep603 | 25m 3s
From Dubrovnik--the "Pearl of the Adriatic"--to Bosnia and Montenegro.
The Best of Slovenia
S6 Ep604 | 25m 3s
Little Slovenia is the least visited and most underrated of Europe's alpine countries.
Granada, Cordoba, and Spain’s Costa del Sol
S6 Ep605 | 25m 4s
Andalucía's Moorish heritage sparkles in the historic capitals of Granada and Cordoba.
Andalucía, Gibraltar and Tangier
S6 Ep606 | 25m 4s
Exploring Andalucía, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.
Oslo
S6 Ep607 | 25m 4s
The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city
Norway’s West: Fjords, Mountains and Bergen
S6 Ep608 | 25m 5s
We sail under fjord cliffs, hike on glaciers, enjoy Norway's historic capitol, Bergen.
Stockholm
S6 Ep609 | 25m 4s
Sweden's capital, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.
Helsinki and Tallinn: Baltic Sisters
S6 Ep610 | 25m 4s
The capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history.
Northern Spain and the Camino de Santiago
S6 Ep611 | 25m 5s
We follow the trail pilgrims have trod from the French border to Santiago de Compostela.
Basque Country
S6 Ep612 | 25m 4s
The homeland of the proud and resilient Basque people is split between France and Spain.
Burgundy: Profoundly French
S5 Ep501 | 25m 4s
We’ll slow down to enjoy Burgundy’s edible, drinkable, scenic, and floatable delights.
France’s Dordogne
S5 Ep502 | 25m 4s
The Dordogne River Valley--its dramatic castles, evocative cave paintings, prized cuisine
Barcelona and Catalunya
S5 Ep503 | 25m 4s
Spain’s Catalunya: Barcelona, Montserrat and an artist's pilgrimage along the Costa Brava.
Little Europe: Five Micro-Countries
S5 Ep504 | 25m 4s
We blitz through Vatican City, Monaco, San Marino, Liechtenstein and Andorra
Switzerland’s Great Cities
S5 Ep505 | 25m 4s
In this episode, we’ll focus on often-overlooked Luzern, Bern, Zurich, and Lausanne.
Vienna and the Danube
S5 Ep506 | 25m 4s
We’ll take in Vienna's wealth of elegant gardens, great art and fine music.
The Czech Republic Beyond Prague
S5 Ep507 | 25m 4s
We tour the Czech Republic's many cultural riches and offbeat delights.
Athens and Side Trips
S5 Ep508 | 25m 3s
The must-sees of ancient Athens: the Parthenon, Agora, and National Archaeological Museum.
Greece’s Peloponnese
S5 Ep509 | 25m 4s
Greece's Peloponnese Peninsula: Nafplio, Olympia, the theater at Epidauros and Mycenae.
Copenhagen
S5 Ep510 | 25m 4s
Copenhagen, home of Europe’s first great pedestrian boulevard, and Tivoli Gardens.
Istanbul
S5 Ep512 | 25m 4s
Istanbul's Grand Bazaar, Spice Market, Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace.
Iran: Tehran and Side Trips
S5 Ep513 | 25m 51s
In this first of two half-hour shows on Iran, Rick dodges traffic in Tehran
Iran’s Historic Capitals
S5 Ep514 | 25m 51s
Rick Steves explores Iran's three historic capitals: Persepolis, Shiraz and Esfahan
England’s Bath and York
S4 Ep401 | 25m 5s
Medieval York and Georgian Bath pack an exciting pair of sightseeing punches.
North Wales: Feisty and Poetic
S4 Ep402 | 25m 4s
From Mount Snowdon, to sweeping Victorian promenadades, to the Beatles' Liverpool.
Naples and Pompeii
S4 Ep404 | 25m 5s
We’ll climb to the top of nearby Mount Vesuvius, then wander through the ruin of Pompeii.
Italy’s Amalfi Coast
S4 Ep405 | 25m 5s
Positano, Sorrento, the ancient temples of Paestum and the Blue Grotto beneath Capri.
Milan and Lake Como
S4 Ep406 | 25m 4s
Milan's fashion, delis and opera house, and Lake Como, where Italy meets the Alps.
Tuscany’s Dolce Vita
S4 Ep407 | 25m 4s
Tuscany's "sweet life": truffle hunting, an artichoke festival, the Leaning Tower of Pisa
Italy’s Great Hill Towns
S4 Ep408 | 25m 4s
San Gimignano’s medieval towers, Cortona’s charming lanes and Orvieto’s papal intrigue.
Vienna
S4 Ep409 | 25m 5s
Europe’s classiest capital: the palace of Maria Theresa and a picnic on the Danube
Salzburg and Surroundings
S4 Ep410 | 25m 5s
Salzburg: boat rides in Salzkammergut lake district, exploring the town of Hallstatt
Rick Steves’ Europe: The Making of
S4 Ep411 | 25m 4s
Rick and his crew take you behind the scenes to show you just how they produce this series
The Majesty of Madrid
S3 Ep301 | 26m 3s
Madrid's lavish Royal Palace, flamenco dancers, El Escorial and the Valley of the Fallen
Highlights of Castile: Toledo and Salamanca
S3 Ep302 | 26m 3s
Castile sparkles with Roman Segovia, walled Avila, student-filled Salamanca, holy Toledo!
Normandy: War-Torn Yet Full of Life
S3 Ep303 | 26m 4s
The half-timbered charm of Rouen, Monet's lily ponds, Honfleur's harbor, Mont. St. Michel
Belfast and the Best of Northern Ireland
S3 Ep304 | 26m 3s
We tour Belfast, the Antrim Coast and Portrush, and stomp our feet to Irish music in Derry
London: Mod and Trad
S3 Ep305 | 26m 3s
London is quintessentially English yet cosmopolitan. We check out the new & admire the old
Highlights of Paris: Eiffel and Monet to Crème Brulée
S3 Ep306 | 26m 3s
Packing the best of Paris into one episode, we scale the Eiffel Tower.
Provence: Legendary Light, Wind and Wine
S3 Ep308 | 26m 3s
Provence is as loved by Americans as it is by the sun. We climb Roman ruins in Nimes.
French Riviera: Uniquely Chic
S3 Ep309 | 26m 3s
A longtime favorite escape of Europe's elite, the Riviera coastline still sparkles.
Poland Rediscovered: Krakow, Auschwitz and Warsaw
S3 Ep310 | 26m 3s
Poland is ready to be rediscovered as the old “east” transforms into the heart of Europe.
Lisbon and the Algarve
S3 Ep312 | 26m 3s
Experiencing the best of Portugal, we start in Lisbon, then head for the Algarve.
Sevilla (formerly titled Sevilla and Andalusia)
S3 Ep313 | 26m 3s
Sevilla is the flamboyant city of Carmen and Don Juan.
Dublin and Mystical Sidetrips
S2 Ep208 | 26m 3s
Dublin's story is of feast and famine: from its 18th-century Golden Age to today
South Ireland: Waterford to the Ring of Kerry
S2 Ep209 | 26m 3s
We find the story of Ireland strewn along its fascinating south coast
The Best of West Ireland: Dingle, Galway, and the Aran Islan
S2 Ep210 | 26m 3s
Ireland in the extreme is best experienced on its west coast in Gaeltachts
Germany’s Romantic Rhine and Rothenburg
S2 Ep212 | 26m 3s
Cruising the Rhine River, we dodge riverboat traffic and the legendary siren, Lorelei.
Munich and the Foothills of the Alps
S2 Ep213 | 26m 3s
In Munich, where locals specialize in good living, we visit boisterous markets
Switzerland’s Jungfrau Region: Best of the Alps
S2 Ep214 | 26m 3s
If Heidi is alive, she's in this sky-high corner of the Swiss Alps on breathtaking ridges.
The Holy Land, Israelis and Palestinians Today
56m 46s
Weaving together the Israeli and Palestinian narratives to better understand the Holy Land
Luther and the Reformation
55m 37s
Rick Steves traces the events of the Protestant Reformation where they happened
European Easter
56m 15s
Rick observes Easter across Europe, from Carnival through Lent to Easter Sunday
The Story of Fascism in Europe
56m 19s
Rick Steves travels back a century to learn how fascism rose and then fell in Europe
Hunger and Hope: Lessons from Ethiopia and Guatemala
56m 9s
Rick travels through Ethiopia and Guatemala to learn about extreme poverty
Egypt: Yesterday and Today
55m 2s
RICK STEVES EGYPT: YESTERDAY & TODAY explores the historic and cultural wonders of Egypt.
Rick Steves Island Hopping Europe
28m 34s
Rick Steves tours four intriguing European islands: Malta, Capri, Orkney, and Skye.
Rick Steves Why We Travel
32m 45s
This special is a sonnet to travel as Rick celebrates the joy of exploring our world.
Rick Steves’ Rome
54m 59s
Rick Steves explores the "Eternal City" of Rome in this hour-long travel special.
Art of Ancient Rome
55m 16s
The rise and fall of Rome through its architecture and art (statues, mosaics, frescoes).
Art of the Baroque Age
55m 16s
Bubbly Baroque art and austere Neoclassicism; divine kings, Revolution, and Napoleon.
Art of the Middle Ages
55m 35s
Art of Europe’s “Age of Faith”: Romanesque, Gothic, Byzantine, Moorish, and even Viking.
Art of the Modern Age
55m 35s
Romanticism, Impressionism, Art Nouveau; Cubism (Picasso) and Surrealism (Dalí).
Art of the Renaissance
55m 35s
Groundbreaking statues, paintings, and architecture—humanism in Florence and beyond.
Art, Prehistoric and Ancient
55m 16s
Prehistoric cave paintings; Egyptian pyramids and temples; classical Greek statues.
Great German Cities
1h 13m 10s
Travel expert Rick Steves explores five of Germany's most important cities.
Rick Steves Andalucia: Southern Spain
54m 55s
Join Rick as he visits Sevilla, Córdoba, Granada, Costa del Sol, and Gibraltar.
Mighty Alps
54m 27s
Join Rick Steves on an alpine adventure, from Italy to Austria to Switzerland to France.
Iceland
56m 18s
Iceland's capital, Reykjavík; the Golden Circle's geysers and waterfalls; the Ring Road.
Antalya, Turkey: Relaxing Gulet Cruise
S8 Ep801 | 3m 9s
Rick luxuriates in a relaxing sailboat cruise.
Güzelyurt, Turkey: Beautiful Land
S8 Ep802 | 3m 58s
Turkey's remote Güzelyurt is a harmony of cultures, history, architecture, and religions.
France’s Loire: Château Country Preview
S8 Ep803 | 30s
Along the Loire River Valley, the French countryside is studded with evocative châteaux.
Cheverny, France: Château and Hounds
S8 Ep803 | 2m 39s
Cheverny's château is lavishly furnished but with an intimate feel.
Chartres, France: Pure Gothic Cathedral
S8 Ep804 | 2m 46s
Chartres' famous cathedral is arguably Europe’s best example of pure Gothic.
Fontainebleau, France: Royal Château
S8 Ep804 | 3m 5s
Fontainebleau is unrivaled among France’s palaces as a showcase of French history.
Tel Aviv, Israel: Beautiful Beaches and Tasty Cuisine
S8 Ep805 | 1m 56s
Cosmopolitan Tel Aviv enjoys its in-love-with-life Mediterranean beaches and cuisine.
Ramallah, Palestine: Cultural Capital
S8 Ep806 | 2m 14s
Ramallah — de facto capital of Palestine — is filled with a youthful, positive energy.
Monterosso al Mare, Italy: Cinque Terre Resort Town
S8 Ep807 | 2m 39s
In the Cinque Terre, we visit the pint-sized resort of Monterosso
Verona, Italy: Ambience and a Grappa Taste Test
S8 Ep808 | 3m 29s
If you like Italy but don't need blockbuster sights, Verona is a joy.
Padova, Italy: The Scrovegni Chapel
S8 Ep808 | 3m 32s
Scrovegni Chapel is covered in remarkable frescoes depicting the lives of Jesus and Mary.
Amsterdam, Netherlands: Coffeeshops and Red Light District
S8 Ep809 | 2m 44s
Amsterdam’s creative approach to marijuana use and prostitution: legalize and regulate it.
Amsterdam, Netherlands: The Van Gogh Museum
S8 Ep809 | 2m 52s
Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum tells the story of Vincent's life, through his art.
Haarlem, Netherlands: Herring and Heritage
S8 Ep810 | 4m 39s
Cute and cozy Haarlem is a good place to start a European trip.
Delft, Netherlands: Town Square and Delftware
S8 Ep810 | 3m 5s
Laced with tranquil and picturesque canals, Delft would easily win the cuteness contest.
Prague, Czech Republic: Charles Bridge and a Czech Language
S8 Ep811 | 2m 37s
In Prague, Rick explores the historic Royal Way and tries to learn a little Czech.
Prague, Czech Republic: Old Town Square
S8 Ep811 | 1m 52s
Prague is one of Europe’s best-preserved cities, and Old Town Square shows it beautifully.
Berlin, Germany: Trendy Prenzlauer Berg
S8 Ep812 | 3m 42s
Berlin's Prenzlauer Berg is a classic case of an old workers’ quarter becoming trendy.
Berlin, Germany: The Wall and Checkpoint Charlie
S8 Ep812 | 2m 56s
In Berlin, we explore museums dedicated to the history of the gone-but-not-forgotten Wall.
Upcoming Schedule
Sat 11/23
2:00 PM
Rick Steves' Europe
The Heart of England
Kings and prime ministers studied at Oxford and Cambridge universities; Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill; Ironbridge Gorge.
Sat 11/23
2:30 PM
Rick Steves' Europe
Egypt's Cairo
Exploring the back streets of Cairo on a tuk-tuk; baking pita bread; chiseling a tombstone; King Tut's gold; the ancient Sphinx; climbing to the center of a pyramid.
Mon 11/25
4:00 PM
Rick Steves' Europe
Rick Steves' Europe: Art of Prehistoric Europe
From Ireland to the Greek Isles, a look at Stone Age cave paintings, megaliths and mysterious goddesses.
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