1. The State Hermitage - Saint Petersburg

2. American Museum of Natural History - New York

Just when you think you may have seen the world's oldest fossil, you'll discover several meteorites in storage that are even older than the Earth itself.

3. National Archeological Museum - Athens

A trip to Athens' famous museum is like stepping back into the Classical age of Greek history. Learn about some of the artifacts that are housed here, including some controversial pieces.

4. Imperial War Museum - London

Relive the experience of a Tornado jet pilot's hair raising mission as he shares his experience of flying in one of the first air strikes of the Gulf War in 1991.

5. National Museum of Anthropology - Mexico City

This episode contains six exciting stories, each of them an exclusive behind the scenes look at secrets of life - and death - in Mexico.

6. Pergamon and Neues Museums - Berlin

The original bust of Nefertiti resides at the Neues Museum in Berlin and is the most popular exhibit. People are captivated by her iconic beauty, and want to take her home.

7. Kunsthistorisches Museum - Vienna

The stories and secrets of Vienna's Kunsthistorisches Museum.

8. Topkapi Palace - Istanbul

At Istanbul's ancient walls we discover how a Muslim invader bested Christian defenders by using their superstitions. In the city's famed spice market we seek a poison.