About this season
With sumptuous palaces, exquisite artworks and stunning architecture, every great city offers a dizzying multitude of cultural highlights. So what should an art lover see on a flying visit? Art historians Dr Janina Ramirez and Alastair Sooke take us on entertaining and revealing cultural city breaks, offering surprising new insights into famous locations and uncovering hidden gems and untold stories, as they discover how religion, revolution and trailblazing individuals can shape the art - and soul - of a city.
Episodes (3)
1. Amsterdam
Aired 1 May 2017 • 60 min
Janina Ramirez and Alastair Sooke discover the art and design of Amsterdam - a city that pioneered much of modern life, from multinational trade to how we design our homes.
2. Barcelona
Aired 8 May 2017 • 60 min
Janina Ramirez and Alastair Sooke discover Barcelona through its art and architecture, including the frescoes that inspired Miro and a surprising collection of vintage fans.
3. St Petersburg
Aired 15 May 2017 • 60 min
Dr Janina Ramirez and Alastair Sooke discover St Petersburg through its art and architecture, looking to see how art has been used to enhance its power and prestige.