Helsinki and Tallinn: Baltic Sisters
rick steves' europe

The fascinating capitals of Finland and Estonia offer a chance to sample each country's history, art, and distinct love of life. We'll start in Helsinki with its Neoclassical old town, modern flair for design, and steamy saunas. Then it's just a two-hour boat ride to Tallinn-with its medieval charms and new-found prosperity-celebrating its freedom and thriving in its post-USSR renaissance.

Episode Duration: 26 minutes and 46 seconds

Episode Number: 610

About Rick Steves' Europe:

RICK STEVES' EUROPE offers a fresh perspective on the best travel advice, including where to stay, what to see and how to get around in Europe.

Rick Steves shares his extensive knowledge of European history, art and culture.

His years as America's most popular European guidebook author blends with his relaxed but informative style to make this one of public television's most popular series.


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Tue, Sep 26 6:00 P.M. Venice and Its Lagoon     NH Explore (11.2)
Tue, Sep 26 6:00 P.M. Germany's Dresden and Leipzig     NH Create (11.4)
Tue, Sep 26 10:00 P.M. Germany's Dresden and Leipzig     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Sep 27 5:00 A.M. Germany's Dresden and Leipzig     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Sep 27 7:30 A.M. The Heart of England     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Sep 27 11:00 A.M. Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Sep 27 1:30 P.M. The Best of Sicily     NHPBS (11.1)
Wed, Sep 27 6:00 P.M. European Travel Skills, Part I     NH Explore (11.2)
Wed, Sep 27 6:00 P.M. Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg     NH Create (11.4)
Wed, Sep 27 10:00 P.M. Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Sep 28 5:00 A.M. Germany's Frankfurt and Nurnberg     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Sep 28 7:30 A.M. Lisbon     NH Explore (11.2)
Thu, Sep 28 11:00 A.M. Bulgaria     NH Create (11.4)
Thu, Sep 28 1:30 P.M. Sicilian Delights     NHPBS (11.1)
Thu, Sep 28 6:00 P.M. European Travel Skills, Part II     NH Explore (11.2)
Thu, Sep 28 6:00 P.M. Bulgaria     NH Create (11.4)


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