Discover the best of Istanbul with the quintessential guide to this unique, continent-straddling city. Whether you want to gaze at the ancient mosaics of Haghia Sophia, get lost amidst the Grand Bazaar`s traditional stalls or sail along the spectacular Bosphorus Strait, Rough Guides` expert, on-the-ground knowledge & trademark blend of humour, insight & practical advice will show you how to get the most out of your trip. This full-colour guide is packed with stunning photography, handpicked itineraries & easy-to-use maps, & will guide you to the very best of Istanbul`s rooftop restaurants, meyhanes & old city hideaways with something to suit every budget. Slim, reliable & easy to use, The Pocket Rough Guide to Istanbul will be your indispensable travel companion.

Includes:: free pull-out map with all the key sights.

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The Pocket Rough Guide to Las Vegas is the definitive guide to the ever-changing entertainment capital of the world. It's packed with up-to-the-minute reviews of the Strip's vibrant dining scene, from bargain buffets to the latest gourmet restaurants; bursting with details on Sin City's no-holds-barred nightlife & spectacular shows; & full of tips on how to gamble, whether blackjack, poker or roulette is your game. Get the full lowdown on Las Vegas' world-famous casinos, from Caesars Palace to the Cosmopolitan, & see how they've grown from their murky Mob-owned roots to the flamboyant fantasylands of today. The Pocket Rough Guide will also show you how to find the best accommodation deals in town; where to pick up the best shopping bargains; which of the thrill-rides & roller-coasters will give you the most bang for your buck; & how to make a quick getaway to nearby natural wonders like the Grand Canyon & Zion National Park. ...

The Pocket Rough Guide to Las Vegas is the definitive guide to the ever-changing entertainment capital of the world. It`s packed with up-to-the-minute reviews of the Strip`s vibrant dining scene, from bargain buffets to the latest gourmet restaurants; bursting with details on Sin City`s no-holds-barred nightlife & spectacular shows; & full of tips on how to gamble, whether blackjack, poker or roulette is your game. Get the full lowdown on Las Vegas` world-famous casinos, from Caesars Palace to the Cosmopolitan, & see how they`ve grown from their murky Mob-owned roots to the flamboyant fantasylands of today. The Pocket Rough Guide will also show you how to find the best accommodation deals in town; where to pick up the best shopping bargains; which of the thrill-rides & roller-coasters will give you the most bang for your buck; & how to make a quick getaway to nearby natural wonders like the Grand Canyon & Zion National Park. ...

Hit Las Vegas with the most incisive & accessible guidebook on the market, your indispensable companion to the ever-changing entertainment capital of the world. Themed itineraries & the Best of Las Vegas section will help you find the right balance between hedonism & relaxation, while detailed listings give you the lowdown on Sin City`s no-holds-barred nightlife, the Strip`s vibrant dining scene, theme parks & off-beat attractions, & of course how & where to gamble. All the sights, accommodation, casinos, restaurants, shops & bars are pinpointed on full-colour maps in each chapter, & there`s also a handy pull-out map to help you find your way around this dizzying city. The Pocket Rough Guide to Las Vegas gives you an honest & opinionated view on what`s on offer on the Strip, downtown & beyond
- & in case all the neon lights & late-night shows get a bit too much, it also lets you know how to make a quick getaway into the deserts, & further afield to stunning natural & man-made wonders like the Grand Canyon & Hoover Dam.
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Pocket Rough Guide Lisbon is your quintessential guide to Portugal`s capital city, covering all the key sights & the finest restaurants, shops, cafes & bars, plus ideas for day-trips, including the hilltop town of Sintra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Find handy information on everything from the city`s enchanting squares & superb museums to the nightlife in Bairro Alto & the best restaurants to enjoy traditional bacalhau. Make the most of your visit using the itineraries section & find practical advice on the best family-friendly attractions & easiest ways to get around
- all written in Rough Guide`s trademark honest & informative style. Slim, stylish & utterly pocketable, with the Pocket Rough Guide Lisbon you`ll discover the very best Lisbon has to offer.
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Discover this exciting city with the most incisive & entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to admire masterpieces in the Prado, bar-crawl through the Rastro or watch a game at the Bernabeu, this new edition of Pocket Rough Guide Madrid will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink & shop along the way. Inside Pocket Rough Guide Madrid- Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.- Full-colour maps & a free pull-out map
- navigate the backstreets of Madrid de los Asturias or work your way down monumental Gran Via without needing to get online.- stunning, inspirational image.- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Madrid`s best sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned days to help you organize your visit.- Detailed city coverage
- whether ticking off the big sights or getting off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Madrid de los Asturias; Palacio Real; Opera; Rastro; Lavapies; Embajadores; Sol; Santa Ana; Huertas; Paseo del Arte; Retiro; Gran Via; Chueca; Malasana; Salamanca; Paseo de la Castellana; Plaza de Espana. Attractions include: Museo del Prado; Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza; Museo Reina Sofia; Palacio Real; Estadio Santiago Bernabeu; Real Fabrica de Tapices; the Retiro; Parque de Atracciones.- Day-trips
- venture further afield to Toledo, Segovia, El Escorial, Aranjuez or Chinchon.- Accommodation
- the best places to stay, to suit every budget.- Essentials
- crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, health, tourist information, festivals & events, & more.- Background information
- an easy-to-use chronology, plus a handy language section & glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with Pocket Rough Guide Madrid About Rough Guides: Escape the everyday with Rough Guides. We are a leading travel publisher known for our ”tell it like it is” attitude, up-to-date content & great writing. Since 1982, we`ve published books covering more than 120 destinations around the globe, with an ever-growing series of ebooks, a range of beautiful, inspirational reference titles, & an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest & informed travel guides.







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Discover these sun-drenched islands with the most incisive & entertaining travel guide on the market. You can take this handy, pocket-sized book out with you anywhere, any time. Whether you plan to explore Malta`s record number of World Heritage Sites, relax on the burnished sands of Gozo`s Ramla Bay or swim in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon on tiny Comino, Pocket Rough Guide Malta & Gozo will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- Perfect for short trips
- compact & concise, with all the practical info you`ll need for a few days` stay.- Free pull-out map, as well as full-colour maps throughout
- navigate Valletta`s tight grid of streets or Gozo`s bays & gorges without going online.- Itineraries
- carefully planned days & weekends to make the most of your trip.- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, with options to suit every budget.- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Detailed island coverage
- whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Chapters cover each neighbourhood in depth, with all the sights & the best of the nearby shops, cafés, restaurants, bars & clubs. Areas covered include: Valletta; Floriana; The Three Cities, Vittoriosa, Senglea & Cospicua; Sliema & St Julian`s; Mdina & Rabat; Central Malta (Attard, Balzan, Lija, Naxxar, Mosta); The North (Bugibba, St Paul`s Bay, Mistra Bay, Mellieha, Mellieha Bay, Paradise Bay); The South (Zetjun, Marsaxlokk, Tarxien, Wied Iz-Zurrieq); Gozo; Comino. Attractions include: Hal Salfieni Hypogeum; The Grand Master`s Palace, Valletta; Hagar Qim Temple & Interpretation Centre; St Paul`s Catacombs, Rabat; The Blue Lagoon, Comino; The Blue Grotto; Dwejra, Gozo (The Inland Sea, Fungus Rock, once home to the Azure Window); Sliema-St Julian`s Promenade; Fort St Elmo & the National War Museum; St. John`s Co-Cathedral & Museum; Marsaxlokk Fish Market.- Day-trips
- venture beyond Malta to the neighbouring islands of Gozo & Comino.- Accommodation
- our unbiased selection of the top places to stay, to suit every budget.- Essentials
- crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, health, tourist information, festivals & events, & more.- Background information
- an easy-to-use chronology, plus a handy language section & glossary.








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Discover this vibrant city with the most incisive & entertaining travel guide on the market. You can take this handy, pocket-sized book out with you anywhere, any time. Whether you plan to explore the Ben Youseff Medersa, mingle with the storytellers on the Jemaa el Fna or go shopping in the souks, Pocket Rough Guide Marrakesh will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop & visit along the way.- Perfect for short trips
- compact & concise, with all the practical info you`ll need for a few days` stay.- Free pull-out map, as well as full-colour maps throughout
- navigate the backstreets around Souk Smarine or explore the southern Medina without needing to get online.- Things not to miss
- Rough Guides` rundown of Marrakesh`s unmissable sights & experiences.- Itineraries
- carefully planned days to help you organize your visit.- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides` trademark blend of humour, honesty & insight, with options to suit every budget.- stunning images
- a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.- Detailed city coverage
- whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Chapters cover each neighbourhood in depth, with all the sights & the best of the nearby shops, cafes, restaurants, bars & clubs. Areas covered include: Jemaa el Fna; northern Medina; the souks; the Kissaria; southern Medina; the Mellah; Agdal Gardens; Ville Nouvelle; Palmery. Attractions include: Koutoubia; Jemaa el Fna; Ben Youseff Medersa; El Badi Palace; Majorelle Garden; Almoravid Koubba; Saadian Tombs; Menara Gardens; Maison Tiskiwin; Dar Si Said.- Day-trips
- venture further afield to the High Atlas mountains (Imlil, the Ourika Valley & Oukaimeden) & Essaouira.- Accommodation
- our unbiased selection of the top places to stay, to suit every budget.- Essentials
- crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, health, haggling, festivals & events, & more.- Background information
- an easy-to-use chronology, plus a handy language section. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with Pocket Rough Guide Marrakesh.









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Pocket Rough Guide New York City is an indispensable guide to the cultural capital of the USA. Whether you have an afternoon or a few days at your disposal, kids in tow or a tight budget to stick to, our itineraries help you plan your trip. The Best of New York section picks out the highlights you won`t want to miss, from the world`s foremost Natural History Museum to exhilarating viewpoints like the towering Empire State & elegant Brooklyn Bridge. All the sights, accommodation, restaurants, shops & bars are pinpointed on the full-colour maps, & there`s also a handy pull-out map for on the ground navigation. Divided by area & written in an honest & informative style, Pocket New York City`s comprehensive Places coverage means you can get right to the heart of Manhattan & the vibrant outer boroughs, while listings recommend the best places to eat, shop, stay
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Pocket Rough Guide Paris is the ultimate insider`s guide to Europe`s most elegant city. Inspirational photography, neighbourhood-by-neighbourhood accounts & detailed, up-to-date maps help you get the most out of a visit to Paris
- whether that means Notre-Dame & a romantic stroll along the Seine, or visits to edgy boutiques & less-visited corners of the French capital. Frank, incisive reviews take you straight to the best of the city`s cafes, restaurants, bars & clubs, from the hip to the timeless, while tell-it-like-it-is listings help you find the right accommodation for your budget, be it a boutique design hotel on the Left Bank, a luxurious classic on the Right, or just that perfect low-cost bolt hole. Pocket Rough Guide Paris is the perfect companion for a weekend away or a short city break.
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