
Marco Polo Florence: the Travel Guide with Insider Tips Experience all of Florence`s attractions with this up-to date, authoritative guide, complete with ` Best Of` recommendations. It
Includes:: hand selected ideas for accommodation, eating out, shopping & nightlife, trendy places to go & cultural attractions, as well as Insider Tips & low-budget suggestions. Further sections include: the Perfect Day, Festivals & Events, Travel with Kids, Travel Tips, Links, Blogs, Apps & more, Italian phrasebook & a comprehensive index. Florence is a sophisticated & atmospheric world city, & a fun one at that! It isn`t without reason that the city on the Arno has been consistently ranked among the world`s best cities to visit. Young & old, singles & families, culture buffs & gourmets, fashionistas, shoppers & globetrotters can all have a good time in Florence. With Marco Polo Florence you`ll discover one of the world`s great art Meccas. This practical, pocket-sized guide takes you back to the era of the Medici, when the city was home to the world`s most renowned artists. You can admire their sculptures & paintings in the city`s unique museums & churches, before relaxing in the idyllic gardens of one of its mighty palazzi. Take in the magnificent view from the Piazzale Michelangelo & enjoy dolce far niente over your cappuccino on one of the numerous squares in the citta. The Insider Tips propose a visit to the Market where you can join the Florentines for a st&-up lunch at Nerbone, or to the old Teatro del Sale for a real culinary treat. Panels in each chapter propose things to do if you`re on a tight budget & where to pick up some real bargains. The Best Of pages highlight some unique aspects of Florence, recommend places to go for free, & contain tips for rainy days & where you can relax & chill out. The City Walks guide you through the city along well-known thoroughfares as well as unfamiliar alleys: a bus takes you to some great viewpoints, you can shop where the Florentines shop, & when you get to Fiesole the city lies at your feet. Finally the Dos & Don`ts advise to keep calm when looking for a house number & deciding which chic shoes to buy. Marco Polo Florence provides comprehensive coverage of all areas of the city. To help you find your way around there`s a detailed street atlas inside, a practical plan of bus routes in the back cover, plus a handy pull-out map. Don`t go on holiday without a Marco Polo guide!