From the Publisher
Free full-color, foldout map
- Insider advice
on avoiding the crowds as you explore some of Rome''s
greatest gems, from the Trevi Fountain to the Vatican. Plus tips
for navigating the Eternal City''s lovely but less-traveled
neighboring towns, like Tivoli and Ostia.
- Where to find
the absolute best gelato, the most extensive wine lists, a
sidewalk table nearby, and the finest pasta from
Emilia-Romagna--and, of course, how to snag a great hotel room in
high season so you can enjoy it all.
- Insightful
commentary on Rome''s dazzling array of art
and architectural masterpieces, from the Pantheon and Colosseum to
the glories of St. Peter''s.
- Opinionated
reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm
recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their
destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful
way.
- Exact prices
listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides
offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We
include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices
for real people.
- User-friendly
features including star ratings and special icons to point
readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets
for kids, special moments, and overrated
experiences.
From the Jacket
Cafes line the Piazza Navona, one of Rome''s loveliest and
liveliest piazzas. See chapter 7.
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Free pocket map inside,plus easy-to-read maps throughout
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Exact prices, directions, opening hours,and other practical
information
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Candid reviews of hotels and restaurants,plus sights, shopping,
and nightlife
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Itineraries, walking tours, and trip-planning ideas
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Insider tips from local expert authors
About the Author
Right out of college, Darwin Porter wrote the
first-ever Frommer's Complete Guide, and it was devoted to Italy.
(Up until then, the title had been designated as one of the
Dollar-a-Day guides.) Since then, this devotee of all things
Italian has covered "The Peninsula" from its Alpine peaks to its
"toe" and has kept abreast of the enormous changes the country has
experienced over the years. In 1982, Porter was joined in his
journalistic efforts by Danforth Prince, formerly
of the Paris bureau of the New York Times. This
Italian-speaking disciple of Italy's art, architecture, history,
and cuisine has also been personally experiencing and reporting on
the glories of Italy since that time.
About the Book
Completely updated, "Frommer's Rome" features gorgeous color photos
of the sights and experiences that await you. Our authors, longtime
experts on the Eternal City, offer insider tips on experiencing all
that Rome has to offer, including how to avoid the crowds at St.
Peter's and where to find the best gelatto. From the Trevi Fountain
to the Vatican, you'll get an in-depth look at the city's history
alongside all of the practical information you'll need to see the
sights. You'll also get up-to-the-minute coverage of shopping and
nightlife; detailed walking tours; accurate neighborhood maps; and
side trips to Tivoli, Palestrina, and Ostia, among others.
"Frommer's Rome" also includes a color fold-out map.
Format: Trade Paperback
Published: December 3, 2010
Publisher: Wiley
Language: English
The following ISBNs are associated with this title:
ISBN - 10: 0470887273
ISBN - 13: 9780470887271
