
This fully revised & updated Berlitz Pocket Guide is packed with all the information you need to enjoy Lille in a genuinely pocketable format. Places to go & unmissable attractions are explored within easy-to-use colour-coded sections so you can locate the information you need at a glance. The citys top attractions are conveniently identified to ensure you see the most impressive buildings great museums & much more. The brand new Perfect Day feature is designed to link all the most exclusive experiences that wont fail to inspire you & will help you to plan your ideal trip. From Vieux Lille & Lille Metropole to a variety of excursion destinations all areas are covered in depth alongside full-colour photographs that provide a highly visual introduction to this beautiful destination. Full colour fold-out maps are also included to provide instant orientation wherever you are. A concise history chapter & the handy cultural tips throughout the guide combine to give you a deeper understanding of the citys heritage including Flemish facades the French conquest the war years & much more. There are also plenty of ideas for how to spend your leisure time from shopping in the Old Town to a night at the opera. There are also tips for those travelling with children & a handy calendar of key events throughout the year. The Eating Out chapter recommends local specialities & provides full listings for all the best places to eat & drink it also features a useful menu reader that provides french phrases to help you order with ease. The comprehensive Travel Tips section provides an A-Z summary of all the expert practical advice you will need including reliable recommendations of hotels to suit all budgets information on health transport money language & much more. Small in size but big on content this guide will help you truly get to the heart of this fascinating city & all it has to offer.