The Rough Guide to Rome is the ultimate travel guide to this fascinating city with detailed coverage of all the major sights including some only recently opened to the public such as the Stadium of Domitian the Domus Aurea (Rome's most magnificent ancient building) & Mussolini's bunker at Villa Torlonia Get the most out of Rome with information on everything from its world-class museums & iconic ancient monuments to quirkier sights & lesser-known corners
- & the best places for ice cream Find detailed practical advice on what to see & do in Rome relying on up-to-date descriptions of the best hotels bars clubs shops & restaurants for all budgets With clear maps an Italian language section to help you negotiate your way around helpful itineraries & suggested day trips plus expert background on everything from the Sistine Chapel's frescoes to tucking into cucina Romana The Rough Guide to Rome is all you need for the perfect trip Make the most of your holiday with The Rough Guide to Rome
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The full-colour The Rough Guide to Sardinia is the ultimate travel guide to one of the Mediterranean's most intriguing islands Unlock the secrets of Sardinia with fabulous photography colour-coded maps & up-to-date listings all fully revised for this sixth edition by our Sardinia expert The Rough Guide to Sardinia is full of practical advice on what to see & do
- from galleries & archeological sites to mountain hikes & beaches
- as well as descriptions of the best hotels bars & restaurants for all budgets The island's flamboyant festivals & rich history are covered as are lesser-known aspects such as its industrial heritage literature handicrafts & culinary traditions Trekking & riding itineraries watersports & biking routes feature too while ' Top 5 boxes' pick out the highlights you won't want to miss Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Sardinia

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This fully updated The Rough Guide to Scotland is the ultimate travel guide to this wonderful part of the world From the fairy tale capital of Edinburgh to the remote glens of the Highlands Scotland has something for everyone The outdoors activities are simply unbeatable; Skye's Cuillin ridge offers staggeringly good hiking routes while the mountain biking trails across the country are some of the best in Europe The Rough Guide to Scotland covers the country's rich cultural heritage from the legendary live music venues in Glasgow to the countless enlightening folk centres in the Highlands The Rough Guide to Scotland contains more information than ever on where to eat & drink in Scotland with detailed coverage of whisky distillery tours & advice on the best restaurants & pubs in the country Whether you spend your time searching for ruined hilltop castles hunting down mythical beasts in deep lochs or isl&-hopping around the Hebrides The Rough Guide to Scotland has it covered ...

This fully updated The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands is the ultimate guidebook to the captivating remote reaches of Scotland From the divine seafood offerings at Loch Fyne to the whisky distilleries on Islay this is a place for indulging It's also a hotspot for outdoor activities whether you decide to bag a Munro or two hop onto a mountain bike or stroll along deserted (if blustery) golden beaches The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands contains more information than ever on where to go & what to see in this part of Scotland with practical information on everything from events listings to transport logistics There's also coverage of the brand new North Coast 500 route which loops around the northernmost reaches of the country From Skye's breathtaking Cuillin ridge to abandoned castles via riproaring unplanned ceilidhs this stark & weather beaten part of the planet will not disappoint Make the most of your trip to the Highlands & Islands with Rough Guides ...

The ultimate insider's guide covering everything from the huge new art galleries of the West Bund to the chic eating places of the renovated Cool Docks Shanghai is the twenty-first-century city par excellence
- the financial centre of the world's new superpower Expanding wildly in all directions it's a vibrant place making waves in everything from contemporary art to cutting-edge architecture Cutting through the hype The Rough Guide to Shanghai reveals the best places to shop from fake markets to backstreet tailors; to sleep whether you want a quirky hostel Art Deco cool or a luxury sky scraping suite; & to eat from destination restaurants to humble dumpling stalls Day-trips include quaint canal towns the new Chinese Disneyland & lovely Nanxiang made newly accessible by the expanding metro network An updated metro map shows all the new stops while every hotel restaurant bar club & shop is marked on our easy-to-read full-colour city maps
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The Rough Guide to Singapore is the ultimate travel guide to this constantly evolving city-state with clear maps & detailed coverage of all the best attractions Discover Singapore's highlights with stunning photography & accounts of everything from the magnificent new National Gallery & historic Botanic Gardens to the dazzling temples of Chinatown & the hilltop walks of the Southern Ridges Find detailed practical advice on what to do & see in Singapore with up-to-date reviews of the best hotels restaurants hawker places bars clubs & shops for every budget There's also a detailed description of the island's rich traditional Chinese Malay & Indian cuisines to help you order the tastiest food Explore every corner of downtown Singapore & off the beaten track with easy to use maps to help ensure you don't miss the unmissable Make the most of your stay with The Rough Guide to Singapore ...

The brand new The Rough Guide to Slovenia is the ultimate travel guide to one of Europe's smallest but most enchanting countries Discover Slovenia's myriad charms with the help of stunning photography colour-coded maps & smart recommendations of the best places to eat drink & stay Get the lowdown on Ljubljana one of Europe's greenest & most beguiling capitals Find detailed practical advice on making the most of Slovenia's extraordinary natural heritage whether that's kayaking on the Soca river swimming in Lake Bohinj hiking through lush pine forests or even skiing There's expert guidance too on exploring Slovenia's magnificent caves its world-class wine regions & its wonderful spas With handy itineraries author favourites & Top 5 boxes picking out the unmissable highlights The Rough Guide to Slovenia won't let you down Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Slovenia ...

Discover South Africa Lesotho & Swaziland with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market Whether you plan to safari in Kruger National Park savour the fine wines of the Western Cape or explore the village where Nelson Mandela grew up The Rough Guide to South Africa Lesotho & Swaziland will show you ideal places to sleep eat drink & shop along the way Inside The Rough Guide to South Africa Lesotho & Swazil&- Independent trusted reviews written in Rough Guides& trademark blend of humour honesty & insight to help you get the most out of your visit with options to suit every budget Full-colour maps throughout
- navigate Johannesburg&s downtown shopping streets or the beachfront of Port Elizabeth without needing to get online Detailed regional coverage
- whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way Areas covered include Cape Town & the Cape Peninsula; The Western Cape; The Northern Cape; The Eastern Cape; the Garden Route; Kwa Zulu-Natal; Durban; Free State; Gauteng; Johannesburg; North West Province; Mpumalanga; Limpopo; Lesotho; Swaziland Attractions include Table Mountain; Robben Island; Kirstenbosch National Botanical Garden; Stellenbosch; the Wild Coast; Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park; the Drakensberg mountains; Joburg&s Apartheid Museum; Blyde River Canyon; Kruger National Park stunning inspirational images Itineraries
- carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip Basics
- essential pre-departure practical information including getting there local transport accommodation food & drink health the media festivals sports & outdoor activities crime & personal safety & more Background information
- a Contexts chapter devoted to history music & books plus a handy language section & glossary Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to South Africa Lesotho & Swaziland




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The full-colour The Rough Guide to South America on a Budget is the ultimate guidebook for travelling the continent from Colombia's Caribbean beaches to the ice-fields of Patagonia Detailed colour maps & in-depth coverage of what to see where to stay & how to get around will help you discover the best this dazzling continent has to offer The guide features reviews of affordable accommodation cheap places to eat & laidback bars plus all the information you need for hiking the Inca Trail whale-watching in Argentina celebrating Carnival in Rio & much more besides Make the most of your trip of a lifetime with The Rough Guide to South America on a Budget ...

One of the world's most exciting destinations South India & Kerala offers majestic temples exotic wildlife spectacular festivals & thousands of kilometres of tropical coastline Written by Rough Guides' team of India experts this br&-new Rough Guide offers the best blend of critical reviews in-depth background & tell-it-like it is advice on everything from yoga retreats & beaches to spotting wild tigers & elephants Also inside The Rough Guide to South India & Kerala Get inspired with our trademark things not to miss & author picks by local experts Learn how to book a train ticket what to eat & cultural tips in our travel basics section Read features on trekking in the Cardamom Hills discovering the sacred sites of Tamil Nadu or exploring the lazy backwaters of Kerala Find your way across every inch of South India with full-colour maps & easy-to-follow city & temple plans Read the most detailed background on South Indian history architecture & wildlife in contexts Try speaking Tamil Telugu or Malayalam with our handy language section
Includes: Goa Kerala Mumbai Tamil Nadu Maharashtra Andhra Pradesh Telangana & the Andaman Islands Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to South India & Kerala
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