Rick Steves' Europe

As he's done with previous programs on Israel, Egypt, and Eastern Turkey, Rick takes us beyond Europe to a place that's rich with history.

After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon - which, at least in its own mind, rivals Paris - we head for Chamonix, in the shadow of Europe's tallest peak: Mont Blanc.

Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to "the king of kings.

Forged in Europe's religious struggles, Baroque art inspired the faithful and dazzled the masses.

Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to "the king of kings.

Glasgow, once an industrial powerhouse, offers a fun look at Scotland's vibrantly gritty urban side - full of edgy street art, trendy dining, and the striking architecture of Charles Rennie Mackintosh.

Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to "the king of kings.

Iran's rich history goes back millennia, to the days when Persepolis was home to "the king of kings.

Switzerland draws travelers from around the world for its legendary mountains.

Traveling across Germany, we learn how fascism rose and then fell, taking millions of people with it.

A fascinating land with a hard-fought history in a complex corner of Europe, Croatia is emerging as one of Europe's top destinations.

Around 1800, Europe was in transition, reflected in two art styles.

A fascinating land with a hard-fought history in a complex corner of Europe, Croatia is emerging as one of Europe's top destinations.

In the Alps of Austria and Italy, we celebrate both nature and culture.

A fascinating land with a hard-fought history in a complex corner of Europe, Croatia is emerging as one of Europe's top destinations.

After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon - which, at least in its own mind, rivals Paris - we head for Chamonix, in the shadow of Europe's tallest peak: Mont Blanc.

A fascinating land with a hard-fought history in a complex corner of Europe, Croatia is emerging as one of Europe's top destinations.

Teeming Cairo, straddling the Nile, is the capital of Egypt and one of the leading cities of the Muslim world.

Nestled inside its mighty ramparts is Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic.

The late-1800s saw old notions of beauty challenged by revolutionary artists.

Nestled inside its mighty ramparts is Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic.

Switzerland draws travelers from around the world for its legendary mountains.

Nestled inside its mighty ramparts is Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic.

Nestled inside its mighty ramparts is Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic.

Exploring the Nile Valley from north to south, we see the highlights of Egypt.

Little Slovenia is the least visited and most underrated of Europe's alpine countries.

Europe's tumultuous 20th century spawned a kaleidoscope of cutting-edge art.

Little Slovenia is the least visited and most underrated of Europe's alpine countries.

Part one of three on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world.

From the port of Kusadasi, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya.

Little Slovenia is the least visited and most underrated of Europe's alpine countries.

Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District-England's green and pristine mountain playground-we admire idyllic lakes, discover misty waterfalls, tour a slate mine, and conquer stony summits.

Few travelers venture beyond Prague to experience the Czech Republic's many cultural riches and offbeat delights.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

With its vast empire, ancient Rome gave Europe its first common culture.

Andalucia's Moorish heritage sparkles in the historic capitals of Granada and Cordoba.

Andalucia's Moorish heritage sparkles in the historic capitals of Granada and Cordoba.

Venturing beyond Europe, and with local experts as his guides, Rick uses Ethiopia as a classroom for understanding global hunger and extreme poverty - and how to beat it.

Exploring Andalucia, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.

Reykjavik is a world capital with a small-town feel.

Exploring Andalucia, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.

After exploring the proud cuisine capital of Lyon - which, at least in its own mind, rivals Paris - we head for Chamonix, in the shadow of Europe's tallest peak: Mont Blanc.

Exploring Andalucia, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.

Exploring Andalucia, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.

In times of crisis and challenge, we ask ourselves: What is the true value of travel? Is it just hedonism.

The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city-from its once-fearsome Viking ships to its sleek new Opera House, from tales of World War II heroism to the constant festival of its thriving harborfront.

Europe's ultimate road trip is the 800-mile loop around Iceland on Highway 1 -- the Ring Road.

The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city-from its once-fearsome Viking ships to its sleek new Opera House, from tales of World War II heroism to the constant festival of its thriving harborfront.

Traveling across Germany, we learn how fascism rose and then fell, taking millions of people with it.

The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city-from its once-fearsome Viking ships to its sleek new Opera House, from tales of World War II heroism to the constant festival of its thriving harborfront.

The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city-from its once-fearsome Viking ships to its sleek new Opera House, from tales of World War II heroism to the constant festival of its thriving harborfront.

As the Ice Age glaciers melted, prehistoric Europe bloomed with surprisingly sophisticated art.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

In Krakow, we linger on one of Europe's most crowd-pleasing squares, marvel at past glories in art galleries and at Wawel Castle, and savor Polish cuisine - including a lesson in making pierogi by hand.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

Teeming Cairo, straddling the Nile, is the capital of Egypt and one of the leading cities of the Muslim world.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western art.

Sweden's capital, confident and self-assured, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.

Warsaw, the heartbeat of contemporary Poland, is gilded with a grand palace, home to a hard-fought 20th-century history, and busy with Chopin concerts.

Sweden's capital, confident and self-assured, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.

Exploring the Nile Valley from north to south, we see the highlights of Egypt.

Sweden's capital, confident and self-assured, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.

Sweden's capital, confident and self-assured, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.

We follow Rome's rise through its awe-inspiring art, starting at Rome's humble birthplace in the Forum.

The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life.

From north to south, Italy is a nonstop highlight reel.

The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life.

This second of three episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque.

The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life.

We follow the trail pilgrims have trod for centuries, from the French border to Santiago de Compostela in the northwest corner of Spain.

With its vast empire, ancient Rome gave Europe its first common culture.

The homeland of the proud and resiliant Basque people is split between France and Spain.

The homeland of the proud and resiliant Basque people is split between France and Spain.

The homeland of the proud and resiliant Basque people is split between France and Spain.

The homeland of the proud and resiliant Basque people is split between France and Spain.

After Rome's fall, Europe's Christians kept culture alive with art rooted in their deep faith.

Part one of three on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world.

Part one of three on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world.

Part one of three on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world.

Part one of three on the Eternal City, this episode resurrects the rubble and brings back to life the capital of the ancient world.

As Europe passed A.D. 1000, its growing prosperity was reflected in soaring Gothic cathedrals graced with colorful altarpieces, lacy stonework, and radiant stained glass.

This second of three episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque.

This second of three episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque.

This second of three episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque.

This second of three episodes on Rome reveals a city busy with life and bursting with Baroque.

After its medieval struggles, Europe rediscovered the art of the ancients, led by booming Florence.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

From Italy, the Renaissance spread across Europe, revolutionizing art.

Fifteenth-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world.

Fifteenth-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

Fifteenth-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world.

In this second of a two episodes on Florence, we enjoy more of the exquisite artistic treasures of the city that propelled Europe out of the Middle Ages.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

Forged in Europe's religious struggles, Baroque art inspired the faithful and dazzled the masses.

In Paris, amidst all of its grandeur, the little joys of life are still embraced.

We set a course for unabashed indulgence on a tranquil cruise of the rivers and canals of France's Burgundy region.

In this third of three episodes on the Eternal City, we explore this grand metropolis-so rich in art and culture-on a more intimate scale, delving into its back lanes and unheralded corners.

In Paris, amidst all of its grandeur, the little joys of life are still embraced.

Venturing beyond Europe, and with local experts as his guides, Rick uses Ethiopia as a classroom for understanding global hunger and extreme poverty - and how to beat it.

In Paris, amidst all of its grandeur, the little joys of life are still embraced.

In Paris, amidst all of its grandeur, the little joys of life are still embraced.

Around 1800, Europe was in transition, reflected in two art styles.

In this second of two episodes on Europe's "City of Light," we ride a unicorn into the Middle Ages at the Cluny Museum, take a midnight Paris joyride in a classic car, get an extremely close-up look at heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle, go on a tombstone pilgrimage at Pere Lachaise Cemetery, and savor the Parisian cafe scene.

Paris is a world-class city - but also one that to millions is simply home.

In this second of two episodes on Europe's "City of Light," we ride a unicorn into the Middle Ages at the Cluny Museum, take a midnight Paris joyride in a classic car, get an extremely close-up look at heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle, go on a tombstone pilgrimage at Pere Lachaise Cemetery, and savor the Parisian cafe scene.

In times of crisis and challenge, we ask ourselves: What is the true value of travel? Is it just hedonism.

In this second of two episodes on Europe's "City of Light," we ride a unicorn into the Middle Ages at the Cluny Museum, take a midnight Paris joyride in a classic car, get an extremely close-up look at heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle, go on a tombstone pilgrimage at Pere Lachaise Cemetery, and savor the Parisian cafe scene.

In this second of two episodes on Europe's "City of Light," we ride a unicorn into the Middle Ages at the Cluny Museum, take a midnight Paris joyride in a classic car, get an extremely close-up look at heavenly stained glass in Sainte-Chapelle, go on a tombstone pilgrimage at Pere Lachaise Cemetery, and savor the Parisian cafe scene.

The late-1800s saw old notions of beauty challenged by revolutionary artists.

Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District-England's green and pristine mountain playground-we admire idyllic lakes, discover misty waterfalls, tour a slate mine, and conquer stony summits.

Istanbul's rich heritage spans the centuries from Christian Byzantium to Muslim Ottoman rule to today's thriving city.

Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District-England's green and pristine mountain playground-we admire idyllic lakes, discover misty waterfalls, tour a slate mine, and conquer stony summits.

As the Ice Age glaciers melted, prehistoric Europe bloomed with surprisingly sophisticated art.

Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District-England's green and pristine mountain playground-we admire idyllic lakes, discover misty waterfalls, tour a slate mine, and conquer stony summits.

Hiking through the Cumbrian Lake District-England's green and pristine mountain playground-we admire idyllic lakes, discover misty waterfalls, tour a slate mine, and conquer stony summits.

Europe's tumultuous 20th century spawned a kaleidoscope of cutting-edge art.

After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one.

In Istanbul, we sample the wonders of this city that bridges two continents.

After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one.

Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western art.

After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one.

After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one.

Reykjavik is a world capital with a small-town feel.

Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm.

Our royal tour of London starts with red-coat pageantry at Buckingham Palace.

Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm.

Fifteenth-century Florence was the home of the Renaissance and the birthplace of our modern world.

Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm.

We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon.

After sorting through the monuments of Venice's powerful past, we trace its decline from Europe's most powerful city to its most hedonistic one.

The thriving capital of Greece sprawls out from the foot of its magnificent Acropolis.

Sweden's capital, confident and self-assured, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.

After Rome's fall, Europe's Christians kept culture alive with art rooted in their deep faith.

The first episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

Exploring Andalucia, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.

Europe's ultimate road trip is the 800-mile loop around Iceland on Highway 1 -- the Ring Road.

The second episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

Getting up to date in London, we jog with locals in Hyde Park, marvel at cultural treasures in the British Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and nibble through a trendy East End food tour before luxuriating over afternoon tea.

The second episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

We follow Rome's rise through its awe-inspiring art, starting at Rome's humble birthplace in the Forum.

The second episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

The second episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

In Krakow, we linger on one of Europe's most crowd-pleasing squares, marvel at past glories in art galleries and at Wawel Castle, and savor Polish cuisine - including a lesson in making pierogi by hand.

The last episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

A fascinating land with a hard-fought history in a complex corner of Europe, Croatia is emerging as one of Europe's top destinations.

Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western art.

The last episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

With its vast empire, ancient Rome gave Europe its first common culture.

The last episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

The last episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

Ancient Greece laid the foundations of Western art.

Warsaw, the heartbeat of contemporary Poland, is gilded with a grand palace, home to a hard-fought 20th-century history, and busy with Chopin concerts.

From the port of Kusadasi, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya.

Nestled inside its mighty ramparts is Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic.

From the port of Kusadasi, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya.

After Rome's fall, Europe's Christians kept culture alive with art rooted in their deep faith.

From the port of Kusadasi, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya.

From the port of Kusadasi, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya.

From north to south, Italy is a nonstop highlight reel.

We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon.

Little Slovenia is the least visited and most underrated of Europe's alpine countries.

We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon.

As Europe passed A.D. 1000, its growing prosperity was reflected in soaring Gothic cathedrals graced with colorful altarpieces, lacy stonework, and radiant stained glass.

We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon.

We marvel at the fascinating landscape of Cappadocia from high above in a balloon.

We set a course for unabashed indulgence on a tranquil cruise of the rivers and canals of France's Burgundy region.

Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with evocative chateaux.

Andalucia's Moorish heritage sparkles in the historic capitals of Granada and Cordoba.

Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with evocative chateaux.

In this second of a two episodes on Florence, we enjoy more of the exquisite artistic treasures of the city that propelled Europe out of the Middle Ages.

Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with evocative chateaux.

Along the Loire River Valley, the beautiful French countryside is studded with evocative chateaux.

Venice, more than any other European city, has an endlessly seductive charm.

Island getaways are fun, but the real heart of Greece is found in the Peloponnese Peninsula.

The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life.

As Europe passed A.D. 1000, its growing prosperity was reflected in soaring Gothic cathedrals graced with colorful altarpieces, lacy stonework, and radiant stained glass.

Side-tripping from Paris into the Ile-de-France, we indulge in the world of royal and aristocratic extravagance in the pre-Revolutionary playground of France's elite.

The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city-from its once-fearsome Viking ships to its sleek new Opera House, from tales of World War II heroism to the constant festival of its thriving harborfront.

Paris is a world-class city - but also one that to millions is simply home.

We start in Jerusalem, alive with religious tradition and passion - Christian, Muslim, and Jewish.

Exploring Andalucia, we experience the quintessence of Spanish culture.

We start in Jerusalem, alive with religious tradition and passion - Christian, Muslim, and Jewish.

After its medieval struggles, Europe rediscovered the art of the ancients, led by booming Florence.

We start in Jerusalem, alive with religious tradition and passion - Christian, Muslim, and Jewish.

We start in Jerusalem, alive with religious tradition and passion - Christian, Muslim, and Jewish.

Istanbul's rich heritage spans the centuries from Christian Byzantium to Muslim Ottoman rule to today's thriving city.

Palestine is the Muslim and Arab half of the Holy Land.

The proud spirit of the Norwegian people shines in every dimension of their capital city-from its once-fearsome Viking ships to its sleek new Opera House, from tales of World War II heroism to the constant festival of its thriving harborfront.

From Italy, the Renaissance spread across Europe, revolutionizing art.

Palestine is the Muslim and Arab half of the Holy Land.

Palestine is the Muslim and Arab half of the Holy Land.

Palestine is the Muslim and Arab half of the Holy Land.

In Istanbul, we sample the wonders of this city that bridges two continents.

Exploring Italy's most remote and romantic stretch of Riviera, we visit five tiny port towns: dramatic Vernazza, surrounded by vineyards; reclusive Corniglia, high on its bluff; pastel Manarola; hardscrabble Riomaggiore; and the pint-sized resort of Monterosso.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

Forged in Europe's religious struggles, Baroque art inspired the faithful and dazzled the masses.

Exploring Italy's most remote and romantic stretch of Riviera, we visit five tiny port towns: dramatic Vernazza, surrounded by vineyards; reclusive Corniglia, high on its bluff; pastel Manarola; hardscrabble Riomaggiore; and the pint-sized resort of Monterosso.

Exploring Italy's most remote and romantic stretch of Riviera, we visit five tiny port towns: dramatic Vernazza, surrounded by vineyards; reclusive Corniglia, high on its bluff; pastel Manarola; hardscrabble Riomaggiore; and the pint-sized resort of Monterosso.

Exploring Italy's most remote and romantic stretch of Riviera, we visit five tiny port towns: dramatic Vernazza, surrounded by vineyards; reclusive Corniglia, high on its bluff; pastel Manarola; hardscrabble Riomaggiore; and the pint-sized resort of Monterosso.

Our royal tour of London starts with red-coat pageantry at Buckingham Palace.

In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities.

Sweden's capital, confident and self-assured, glitters with souvenirs from the day when it ruled as a superpower.

Around 1800, Europe was in transition, reflected in two art styles.

In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities.

In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities.

In the shadow of Venice, we visit three great cities.

Getting up to date in London, we jog with locals in Hyde Park, marvel at cultural treasures in the British Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, and nibble through a trendy East End food tour before luxuriating over afternoon tea.

Europe's best-preserved 17th-century city, Amsterdam is quaint and jarring, traditional and modern.

The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life.

Europe's best-preserved 17th-century city, Amsterdam is quaint and jarring, traditional and modern.

In Paris, amidst all of its grandeur, the little joys of life are still embraced.

Side-tripping from Paris into the Ile-de-France, we indulge in the world of royal and aristocratic extravagance in the pre-Revolutionary playground of France's elite.

Europe's best-preserved 17th-century city, Amsterdam is quaint and jarring, traditional and modern.

The first episode in this three-part mini-series distills Rick Steves' 30 years of travel experience into 30 minutes of practical advice on how to have a fun, affordable, and culturally broadening trip to Europe.

Denmark's capital is the most fun-loving in Scandinavia.

We follow the trail pilgrims have trod for centuries, from the French border to Santiago de Compostela in the northwest corner of Spain.

After its medieval struggles, Europe rediscovered the art of the ancients, led by booming Florence.

By train, bike, and boat, we visit the top Dutch sights outside of Amsterdam: from Haarlem to Rotterdam, and from Delft to the Zuiderzee.

For Scandinavia's most thrilling sightseeing, we sail under towering fjord cliffs, hike on powerful glaciers, and find surviving traditions in remote farm hamlets.

A fascinating land with a hard-fought history in a complex corner of Europe, Croatia is emerging as one of Europe's top destinations.

The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague is the best-preserved Baroque city in Central Europe.

We follow the trail pilgrims have trod for centuries, from the French border to Santiago de Compostela in the northwest corner of Spain.

The late-1800s saw old notions of beauty challenged by revolutionary artists.

The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague is the best-preserved Baroque city in Central Europe.

The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague is the best-preserved Baroque city in Central Europe.

The capital of the Czech Republic, Prague is the best-preserved Baroque city in Central Europe.

Nestled inside its mighty ramparts is Dubrovnik, the "Pearl of the Adriatic.

A tumultuous 20th century left Berlin filled with powerful sights - from evocative memorials, to surviving bits of its communist and fascist days, to its glass-domed Reichstag.

The homeland of the proud and resiliant Basque people is split between France and Spain.

Europe's tumultuous 20th century spawned a kaleidoscope of cutting-edge art.

A tumultuous 20th century left Berlin filled with powerful sights - from evocative memorials, to surviving bits of its communist and fascist days, to its glass-domed Reichstag.

A tumultuous 20th century left Berlin filled with powerful sights - from evocative memorials, to surviving bits of its communist and fascist days, to its glass-domed Reichstag.