Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems Around the World

An illustrated set of essays exploring 22 global subway systems, revealing how each reflects its city's character through architecture, art, and design.

In Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, readers embark on a visual journey through the world's bustling subway systems, where each station tells a story of its city's soul. From the ornate elegance of Moscow's stations to the sleek minimalism of São Paulo’s, this illustrated collection of travel essays explores 22 urban metros, revealing how their architecture, art, and design reflect the unique character and culture of each metropolis.
Whether urban explorers, design aficionados, or simply curious about the hidden narratives beneath our cities, readers will encounter a fresh perspective on the subterranean worlds that shape our urban landscapes.

Subway  systems include: Beijing, Boston, Brussels, Budapest, Buenos Aires, Chicago, Glasgow, Istanbul, London, Madrid, Mexico City, Montreal, Moscow, Munich, Naples, New York, Paris, Philadelphia, São Paulo, Stockholm, Tokyo, and Washington.

Key Features:

•    Visual culture showcase: Explore architecture, art installations, and graphic design.
•    Unique book design: Each chapter mimics a subway line, with color-coded sections and Museo typeface inspired by transit graphics.
•    Entertaining narrative: Travel essays written from a tour guide’s viewpoint for a passenger's perspective, blending humor and observation.
•    Global scope: Covers major systems in North & South America, Europe, and Asia, appealing to travelers and urban enthusiasts alike.
•    Subway system ratings: Each chapter concludes with a unique token ranking system, evaluating subway systems on convenience, ease of use, design quality, and personality, providing readers with an assessment for planning their transit adventures.

Uncover the fascinating stories beneath your feet with Transit Tourism: The Iconic Art and Design of 22 Subway Systems around the World, a captivating exploration of how subways shape and define the cities we love.

David Seltzer is a distinguished investment banker and financial advisor with over 40 years' experience. He is a cofounder of Mercator Advisors LLC, raising billions for transportation agencies around the country. David has taught public finance at various universities and serves as a trustee of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, actively shaping its architectural initiatives. He lives in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.