America's leading authority on European travel, returns to transport public television viewers to the continent's bustling cities, quaint villages and picturesque countryside. The episodes feature an exciting and up-to-date peek at the best Europe has to offer. Along the way, 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.
Season 12 of Rick Steves’ Europe features 12 new episodes showcasing Europe’s great art and architecture. Join Rick as he explores the rise of Western Civilization as seen through Europe’s most beautiful and evocative art: climbing deep into prehistoric tombs, summiting Michelangelo’s magnificent dome, waltzing through glittering palaces, and pondering artistic genius from Praxiteles to Picasso.
