About this season
Metropolis explores one important world city each episode, uncovering rich historical secrets behind its extraordinary location. A travel guide to iconic cities around the world, highlighting hidden secrets, signature foods and cultural idiosyncrasies.
Episodes (6)
1. Manhattan
Aired 4 January 2015 • 40 min
Exploring the stories and places that make Manhattan the city that never sleeps.
2. San Francisco
Aired 4 January 2015 • 40 min
Defining moments in the history of San Francisco are highlighted. Included: the California Gold Rush; the great earthquake of 1906; the invention of the cable car; the Golden Gate Bridge.
3. Rome
Aired 18 June 2015 • 40 min
Travel Channel stars reveal historic tidbits about Rome. Included: a look at how fire led to outdoor drinking; and the influence of American GIs on an iconic pasta dish.
4. London
Aired 18 June 2015 • 40 min
Travel Channel stars explore the history of London, including its street food and the birth of stock exchanges.
5. Paris
Aired 24 September 2015 • 40 min
The history and culture of Paris is explored, including its rich culinary roots. Included: the role baguettes played in the French Revolution; the birth of the celebrity chef; and the pharmacist who invented French fries.
6. New Orleans
Aired 24 September 2015 • 40 min
Travel Channel stars explore different aspects of New Orleans. Included: swamps, steamboats and po'boys.