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Rick Steves Audio Europe
by Rick Steves Audio Europe
Podcast by Rick Steves Audio Europe
Episodes
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Swiss Riviera
Tour guide Tony Lewis shares the virtues of life on picturesque Lake Geneva, where Alps, vineyards, and Swiss and French culture meet.
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Estonia Today
Travel writer Neil Taylor champions the charms of tiny Estonia, including its vibrant capital Tallinn, well-preserved medieval heritage, lush nature, and resilient culture.
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Islands of Portugal
Portuguese tour guide Cláudia Costa chats about the Azores and Madeira, two island getaways where travelers can enjoy lush nature, outdoor recreation, and Portugal's famous fortified wine.
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Amsterdam Museums
Amsterdam Museums by Rick Steves Audio Europe
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Venice Travel Tips
Venice tour guide Igor Scomparin offers tips for a rewarding visit to his popular home city and reflects on initiatives to manage crowds and climate change.
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Italy Side-Trip Towns
Italy tour guide Ann Long recommends small towns and relaxing side trips for travelers looking for a break from the crowds of the major cities.
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First Timer's Ireland
Tour guides from Ireland share their recommendations for sights and experiences to make a first trip to the Emerald Isle a memorable one.
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Lesser-Known Greek Isles
Tour guide Apostolos Douras shares recommendations for his favorite off-the-beaten-path Greek islands.
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Budget Travel Tips
Travel blogger "Nomadic Matt" Kepnes shares practical tips for stretching your dollars while you're eating, sleeping, and sightseeing on the road.
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Slavic Europe
Guidebook co-author Cameron Hewitt enthuses about the history, nature, and genuine welcome that await travelers venturing to the diverse Slavic nations of central and eastern Europe.
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Regenerating London
Blue Badge guide Katherine Alcock discusses how London's sights and spaces have transformed to stay relevant, and shares what's new and exciting in the venerable city.
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Holland vs. the Netherlands
Dutch tour guides Ellen Janzing and Jody van Engelsdorp Gastelaars illuminate the differences between the fairy-tale provinces of Holland and the country of the Netherlands.
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France: North vs. South
A trio of France tour guides banter about the nuances of northern and southern France, from climate and demeanor to food and fashion.
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Lively Liverpool
English tour guide Jeanie Carmichael tells how the industrial titan has reinvented itself, with top-class museums, a vibrant culture, and — of course — the indelible imprint of the Beatles.
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Turkey's Aegean Coast
Turkish guide Lale Surmen Aran sheds light on this easily accessible region, overlooked by many tourists but favored by locals for its low-key charm and natural beauty.
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Denmark Beyond Copenhagen
From great cathedrals and Swedish islands to Viking ships and Legoland, tour guides Camilla Colding-Joergensen and Anja Cuznar share ideas for day trips from Copenhagen.
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Rediscovering Poland
Polish tour guides Tomasz Klimek and Agnes Syroka chat with Rick about their proud country's rich and dramatic history, its grand cities, and its dynamic contemporary vibe.
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Spain by Train
Tour guides Francisco Glaría and William Rosendin enthuse about Spain's robust high-speed rail network and its aspects that they enjoy the most.
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Balkan Discoveries
Guidebook researcher Cameron Hewitt shares discoveries from his travels in the Balkans, a scenic, affordable, and rewarding alternative to the tourist crowds of western Europe.
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Touring Northern Ireland
Belfast tour guide Lynn Corken explains why Northern Ireland, with its rugged beauty, complicated history, and enthusiastic welcome for visitors, is worth a visit.
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Evolving Lisbon
Portuguese tour guides Cláudia Costa and Rafael Pereira explain how Lisbon's neighborhoods display the city's history and offer strategies for navigating its more crowded sights.
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Potsdam Day Trip
Tour guide Jim McDonough tells why the city of Potsdam — home to elegant Prussian palaces as well as sights of Cold War history — is worth the easy side trip from nearby Berlin.
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Exploring Bristol
English tour guide Charlie Rawson champions the charms of Bath's scrappy neighbor, Bristol, a former maritime powerhouse that today teems with an edgy, creative energy.
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Understanding the Swiss
Author Diccon Bewes explains why the Swiss are deliberately different from the rest of their European neighbors.
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Sights in Istanbul
Istanbul tour guide Lale Sürmen Aran shares the latest developments on sights in Turkey's thriving cultural capital.
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Costa del Sol
Tour guides Jorge Román and Francisco Glária provide insight into the charming areas worth visiting on Spain's Costa del Sol.
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Coimbra
Portugal tour guide Cristina Duarte tells us why Portugal's venerable, vibrant university town of Coimbra is such a delight to explore.
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Amsterdam Canals
Dutch tour guide Dennis Gerrits discusses Amsterdam's iconic waterways and their significance in trade, travel, and simply enjoying life.
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Visiting Bosnia
Bosnian tour guide Sanel Marić describes what his country, a generation after the Balkans war, has to teach us about getting along with our neighbors — and why the nation is growing as a travel destination.
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Unknown Balkans
Rick and Bulgarian tour guide Stefan Bozadzhiev talk about why the smaller Balkan countries of Albania, Kosovo, and North Macedonia are emerging as "back-door" destinations.
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Plovdiv, Bulgaria
Bulgarian tour guide Stefan Bozadzhiev sings the praises of his country's vibrant cultural capital, Plovdiv — one of the oldest cities in Europe.
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Sicilian Splendors
Author and Italophile John Keahey discusses the charms, the social fabric, and the rich culture of Sicily.
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Amalfi Coast: An Insider's View
Italy tour guide Ann Long offers recommendations for enjoying Italy's gorgeous Amalfi Coast as the region grapples with ever-increasing crowds.
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What’s New in Dublin
Tour guides share what's new in Dublin, including how to see the Book of Kells while its home in Trinity College undergoes renovation starting in late 2025.
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More Greek Islands
Greece tour guide Apostolos Douros provides travel tips for the lesser-known island getaways in the Aegean and Ionian seas.
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Athens Day Trips
Athens tour guide Effie Perperi recommends easy day trips from the capital to see the historic Greek countryside and several ancient sites.
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Visiting Vienna
Tour guide Andrea Wolf offers tips for enjoying elegant Vienna, Austria's capital and the epicenter of a once-mighty empire.
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Living in Berlin
Tour guides from Berlin discuss why they love living in a city so dense with history — and one that seems to be constantly reinventing itself.
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Reopening Notre-Dame
Ken Follett, author of a book series based in medieval Europe, celebrates the much anticipated reopening of Paris' Notre-Dame Cathedral five years after its devastating fire.
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Fabulous Food in Paris
Author and French food lover Andrew Prior takes Rick on a culinary tour through Paris, highlighting the many ways to enjoy the city's delicious food scene.
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South Wales
Author Pamela Petro, who calls herself "less than Welsh, but more than American," shares her favorite spots worth seeing in southern Wales.
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Favorite Scottish Walks
Tour guides Helen Houston and Liz Lister offer recommendations for enjoying scenic hiking trails in the Scottish countryside, from the hills to the coast.
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England's South West Coast Path
Tour guide Charlie Rawson extols the benefits of tackling a segment of this rugged, picturesque path, where great landscapes and a sense of community abound.
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Breathtaking Berner Oberland
Tour guide Don Chmura extols the stunning scenery and enduring culture of Switzerland's Berner Oberland.
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Tapas in Spain
Spain tour guides Federico Garcia Barroso and Amanda Buttinger chat about Spain's tapas bars and share some of their favorite bites.
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Oslo Harborfront
Guide Curtis Rojak describes how Oslo's harborfront is a popular place to enjoy the city's art, culture, scenery, food, and even saunas.
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Norway's Prosperity
Guide Pål Bjarne Johansen explains how Norway prioritizes its oil-industry revenues to support robust social benefits and infrastructure.
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The Camino de Santiago
Father and son actors Martin Sheen and Emilio Estevez relive their experience making a film about walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain.
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Appreciating Islam
George Gorayeb, an Arab-American Christian, discusses his mission to promote greater understanding of the Muslim world and Islam.
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Rome Today
Tour guides Virginia Agostinelli and Vanessa Nicol tell us how Rome is adapting to deal with rising temperatures and surging crowds.
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