The Rough Guide to Rome, Second Edition (Paperback)

by Martin Dunford (Author) "Rome's city centre is divided neatly into distinct blocks..." (more)
Key Phrases: centro storico, classical statuary, Santa Maria, Via del Corso, San Giovanni (more...)

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Product Description
The Rough Guide to Rome is the definitive guide to this enthralling city. This new edition includes a 24-page full-colour introduction to the city and its many highlights - from the Sistine Chapel to the Catacombs. Throughout the guide there are entertaining accounts of every sight and activity along with the pick of the best hotels, restaurants and bars that the city has to offer. The guide also includes accounts and practical details of all the day trips possible from the capital, including Tivoli, Ostia and the nearby beaches. There are over 25 maps and plans covering every part of the city, pinpointing the locations of the restaurants, hotels and guesthouses included in the listings.

About the Author
Martin Dunford is one of the original founders of Rough Guides, and the author of several Rough Guide titles, including those to Amsterdam and New York.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 448 pages
• Publisher: Rough Guides; 2 edition (February 21, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1858289017
• ISBN-13: 978-1858289014
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 4.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,083,572 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great guide for wandering the city, August 23, 2000

By	Meriah L. Crawford "[e-mail]" (Doswell, VA USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: The Mini Rough Guide to Rome, 1st Edition (Rough Guide Mini Guides) (Paperback)

Rome is a confusing maze of twisting streets and alleyways. This book has great maps in the back that are invaluable for finding your way around, as well as a good list of places to see, hotels, restaurants and shops. The ones I selected based on the guide were all as promised. And because it's so small it's easy to carry. Perfect for a short trip to Rome.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars perfect if you're visiting for a weekend or a year, March 17, 2002

By	Nancina T (Reno, NV USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Mini Rough Guide to Rome, 1st Edition (Rough Guide Mini Guides) (Paperback)

I bought this book while I was living in Rome, and in my six months there saw nearly all the sights listed and more. I especially loved the book's size--I could hide it in my pocket and not look so much like a tourist, and I didn't have to walk around with a big huge map unfolded in front of me. If only the maps in the book could be a little more detailed (like, including the names of the piazzas and churches mentioned in the text!). The bars and restaurants recommended are places I actually went and would recommend to other travelers.
I did find some errors in the text, but unless you're searching for specific works of art, etc. like I do, this shouldn't be a problem. Definitely my favorite of my 5+ Rome travel guides.. I like it even more than the one in Italian!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This Book is a Little Gem!, December 28, 2005

By	Les Sheppard "lets-travel-rome.com" (Portsmouth, UK) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

If you want the real lowdown, and the fine detail on travel to Rome, this is the best guide book I've found. There are literally hundreds of recommendations for places to shop, see, eat and stay. I checked out the restaurants mentioned around The Spanish Steps, and completely agree with their picks. As someone who makes part of their living by writing about Rome, through my web site, I can tell you that this is a well researched, up to date book that will not disappoint.