Rick Steves Rome (Twentyfourth Edition)

<B>Explore ancient ruins and view Renaissance masterpieces in this truly modern Eternal City. Inside <I>Rick Steves Rome</I> you'll find:</B><ul><li><B>Fully updated, comprehensive coverage</B> for spending <B>a week or more</B> exploring Rome </li><li><B>Rick's strategic advice</B> on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites </li><li><B>Top sights and hidden gems,</B> from the Colosseum and the Sistine Chapel to corner trattorias, cozy wine bars, and the perfect scoop of gelato </li><li><B>How to connect with local culture: </B>Indulge in the Italian happy hour tradition of aperitivo, savor a plate of cacio e pepe, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match </li><li><B>Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps</B> with Rick's candid, humorous insight </li><li><B>The best places to eat, sleep, and experience la dolce far niente</B></li><li><B>Self-guided walking tours </B>of lively neighborhoods and sights like the Roman Forum, St. Peter's Basilica, and the Vatican Museums </li><li><B>Detailed neighborhood maps</B> and <B>a fold-out city map</B> for exploring on the go </li><li><B>Useful resources </B>including a packing list, Italian phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading </li><li><B>Coverage </B>of Central Rome, Vatican City, Trastevere, and more, plus <B>day trips</B> to Ostia Antica, Tivoli, Naples, and Pompeii </li></ul><B>Make the most of every day and every dollar with <I>Rick Steves Rome</I>.</B><BR/><BR/> Spending just a few days in the city? Try <I>Rick Steves Pocket Rome</I>.