Rick Steves
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Rick Steves' Pocket guidebooks truly are a tour guide in your pocket." This colourful, compact 220-page book includes Rick's advice for prioritizing your time, whether you're spending one or seven days in a city. Everything a busy traveller needs is easy to access: a neighbourhood overview, city walks and tours, sights, handy food and accommodations charts, an appendix packed with information on trip planning and practicalities, and a fold-out city map. Rick Steves' Pocket Amsterdam includes the following walks and tours:Amsterdam City WalkRed Light District WalkJordaan WalkRijksmuseum TourVan Gogh Museum TourAnne Frank House TourAmstelkring Museum TourAmsterdam Museum Tour
Suggests lodging, food, and sightseeing highlights along with travel tips and cultural information.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Italy.From the beaches to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, Italy has it all. With this book, you'll trace Italian culture from Rome's Colosseum to Michelangelo's David to the bustling elegance of Milan. Experience the art-drenched cities of Venice and Florence, explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Discover the villages of Tuscany and Umbria and the lazy rhythms of the Cinque Terre. Shop at local market stalls, sip a cappuccino at an outdoor cafe, and pick up a picnic lunch at an allimentari . Relax and enjoy the life of Bella Italia !Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
Experience the best of the best with Rick Steves Best of England . Rick Steves Best of England puts the very best of England in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips on saving time and money, you'll worry less about your trip and focus on enjoying the experience,whether that's enjoying a pint in a classic English pub or touring the twisting streets of Old London. Rick Steves Best of England features: Everything in full-colour,Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps. Best of England in Two Weeks,Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick's expert advice for what's worth your time and what you can skip. Rick's Tips,Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You'll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free! Authentic Experiences,Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people. Plus Practicalities,Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it. Choose the best Rick Steves guide for your trip: Rick Steves Best of England collects the very best the country has to offer.Planning a longer trip? Rick Steves England 2016 is the classic guide to exploring the country in-depth, updated annually.Time for a quick getaway? colourful Rick Steves Pocket London is perfect when you have a week or less. Pockets include full-size, fold-out city maps.
Rick Steves' Pocket guidebooks truly are a "tour guide in your pocket." Each colorful, compact 280-page book includes Rick's advice for prioritizing your time, whether you're spending 1 or 7 days in a city. Everything a busy traveler needs is easy to access: a neighborhood overview, city walks and tours, sights, handy food and accommodations charts, an appendix packed with information on trip planning and practicalities, and a fold-out city map.
Rick Steves' Pocket Venice includes the following walks and tours:
St. Mark's Square Tour
St. Mark's Basilica Tour
Doge's Palace Tour
Frari Church Tour
St. Mark's to Rialto Walk
Rialto to Frari Church Walk
St. Mark's to San Zaccaria Walk
Rick Steves' Pocket Venice includes the following walks and tours:
St. Mark's Square Tour
St. Mark's Basilica Tour
Doge's Palace Tour
Frari Church Tour
St. Mark's to Rialto Walk
Rialto to Frari Church Walk
St. Mark's to San Zaccaria Walk
Who but Rick Steves can tell travelers the best ways to meander around the region's beautiful beaches, excellent restaurants, and fascinating history. With Rick Steves' Croatia and Slovenia 2007, travelers can experience everything Croatia and Slovenia, has to offer - economically and hassle-free.
- Details Hvar Island, Dubrovnik, Split, The Julian Alps, The Karst, and other leading destinations
- Designates friendly places to eat and sleep, with suggestions for day plans, historical walking tours, and trip itineraries
- Provides clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot
- Includes web support at www.ricksteves.com, for insight on hotels, restaurants, sights, and culture
- Contains color maps and photos
America's #1 authority on travel to Europe, Rick's time-tested recommendations for safe and enjoyable travel in Europe have been used by millions of Americans in search of their own unique European travel experience.
- Details Hvar Island, Dubrovnik, Split, The Julian Alps, The Karst, and other leading destinations
- Designates friendly places to eat and sleep, with suggestions for day plans, historical walking tours, and trip itineraries
- Provides clear instructions for smooth travel anywhere by car, train, or foot
- Includes web support at www.ricksteves.com, for insight on hotels, restaurants, sights, and culture
- Contains color maps and photos
America's #1 authority on travel to Europe, Rick's time-tested recommendations for safe and enjoyable travel in Europe have been used by millions of Americans in search of their own unique European travel experience.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Spain.
In this guide, you'll find an inviting mix of exciting cities and cozy towns. Explore the lively cities of Madrid, Barcelona, and Sevilla, and follow the Route of the White Hill Towns in Andalucia's sun-drenched countryside. Experience the works of the great masters from El Greco to Picasso to Dali and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Self-guided walks lead you through the castles, cathedrals, and villages of this ancient but modern land. End your day with a glass of Rioja wine and a plate of tapas then join the locals for an evening of flamenco.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
In this guide, you'll find an inviting mix of exciting cities and cozy towns. Explore the lively cities of Madrid, Barcelona, and Sevilla, and follow the Route of the White Hill Towns in Andalucia's sun-drenched countryside. Experience the works of the great masters from El Greco to Picasso to Dali and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Self-guided walks lead you through the castles, cathedrals, and villages of this ancient but modern land. End your day with a glass of Rioja wine and a plate of tapas then join the locals for an evening of flamenco.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in London.
With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore historic Big Ben, bustling Trafalgar Square, and the Tower of London home of the crown jewels. Learn how to save time and money on the Tube, and how to avoid the mobs at the Changing of the Guard. Investigate London's world-class museums, where you can trace Western civilization from the Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Van Gogh and Picasso. Venture into Soho's theater district for a glitzy musical or a delicious Indian dinner. End a great day at a neighborhood pub, sharing a pint and a chat with a friendly local.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful London neighborhoods. You'll learn how to get around by bus and on the Tube, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore historic Big Ben, bustling Trafalgar Square, and the Tower of London home of the crown jewels. Learn how to save time and money on the Tube, and how to avoid the mobs at the Changing of the Guard. Investigate London's world-class museums, where you can trace Western civilization from the Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Van Gogh and Picasso. Venture into Soho's theater district for a glitzy musical or a delicious Indian dinner. End a great day at a neighborhood pub, sharing a pint and a chat with a friendly local.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful London neighborhoods. You'll learn how to get around by bus and on the Tube, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
Experience the best of the best with Rick Steves Best of France . Rick Steves Best of France puts the very best of France in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips on saving time and money, you'll worry less about your trip and focus on enjoying the experience,whether that's climbing the Eiffel Tower or dining at a sidewalk cafe with a glass of vin rouge. Rick Steves Best of France features: Everything in full-colour,Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps. Best of France in Two Weeks,Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick's expert advice for what's worth your time and what you can skip. Rick's Tips,Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You'll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free! Authentic Experiences,Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people. Plus Practicalities,Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it. Choose the best Rick Steves guide for your trip: Rick Steves Best of France collects the very best the country has to offer. Planning a longer trip? Rick Steves France 2016 is the classic guide to exploring the country in-depth, updated annually. Time for a quick getaway? colourful Rick Steves Pocket Paris is perfect when you have a week or less. Pockets include full-size, fold-out city maps.
Experience the best of the best with Rick Steves Best of Ireland . Rick Steves Best of Ireland puts the very best of Ireland in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips on saving time and money, you'll worry less about your trip and focus on enjoying the experience,whether that's navigating the windswept crags on the dramatic Dingle Peninsula or hoisting a pint at the local pub. Rick Steves Best of Ireland features: Everything in full-colour,Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps. Best of Ireland in Two Weeks,Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick's expert advice for what's worth your time and what you can skip. Rick's Tips,Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You'll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free! Authentic Experiences,Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people. Plus Practicalities,Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it. Rick Steves Best of Ireland includes: Dublin Kinsale Kenmare and the Ring of Kerry Dingle Town and Peninsula County Clare Galway Aran Islands Belfast Portrush and the Antrim Coast Choose the best Rick Steves guide for your trip: Rick Steves Best of Ireland collects the very best the country has to offer. Planning a longer trip? Rick Steves Ireland 2016 is the classic guide to exploring the country in-depth, updated annually. Time for a quick getaway? colourful Rick Steves Snapshot Dublin is perfect when you have a week or less.
Experience the best of the best with Rick Steves Best of Italy.
Rick Steves Best of Italy puts the very best of Italy in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips on saving time and money, you can worry less about your trip, and focus on enjoying the experience whether that's climbing to the top of Florence's campanile or marveling at Venice's architecture on a moonlight Grand Canal cruise.
Rick Steves Best of Italy features:
Everything in Full-Color Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps.
Best of Italy in Two Weeks Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick's expert advice for what's worth your time and what you can skip.
Rick's Tips Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You'll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free!
Authentic Experiences Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people.
Plus Practicalities Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it.
Choose the best Rick Steves guide for your trip:
Rick Steves Best of Italy collects the very best the country has to offer.
Planning a longer trip? Rick Steves Italy 2016 is the classic guide to exploring the country in-depth, updated annually.
Time for a quick getaway? Colorful Rick Steves Pocket Rome and Rick Steves Pocket Florence are perfect when you have a week or less. Include a full-size, fold-out city map.
Rick Steves Best of Italy puts the very best of Italy in your hands, with Rick's straightforward, time-tested advice in an easily scannable format so you can quickly find what you need on the go. With Rick's strategic tips on saving time and money, you can worry less about your trip, and focus on enjoying the experience whether that's climbing to the top of Florence's campanile or marveling at Venice's architecture on a moonlight Grand Canal cruise.
Rick Steves Best of Italy features:
Everything in Full-Color Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps.
Best of Italy in Two Weeks Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick's expert advice for what's worth your time and what you can skip.
Rick's Tips Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You'll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free!
Authentic Experiences Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people.
Plus Practicalities Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it.
Choose the best Rick Steves guide for your trip:
Rick Steves Best of Italy collects the very best the country has to offer.
Planning a longer trip? Rick Steves Italy 2016 is the classic guide to exploring the country in-depth, updated annually.
Time for a quick getaway? Colorful Rick Steves Pocket Rome and Rick Steves Pocket Florence are perfect when you have a week or less. Include a full-size, fold-out city map.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when visiting Switzerland.
This book guides you through bustling Zurich and charming Luzern, colorful with flower-bedecked bridges. Crisscross the mountains on cable cars, trains, and hiking paths. Find an alpine retreat in the cliff-hanging village of Gimmelwald. Marvel at the Matterhorn, relax in Lugano, and take an unforgettable swim in Bern. Cruise Lake Geneva and savor the cozy small-town atmosphere of Appenzell. After a day of sightseeing and hiking the Alps, treat yourself to a glass of local wine, cheese fondue, and delicious Swiss chocolate.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels, B&Bs, and restaurants in cities, villages, and resort towns. You'll learn how to plan scenic rail journeys, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
This book guides you through bustling Zurich and charming Luzern, colorful with flower-bedecked bridges. Crisscross the mountains on cable cars, trains, and hiking paths. Find an alpine retreat in the cliff-hanging village of Gimmelwald. Marvel at the Matterhorn, relax in Lugano, and take an unforgettable swim in Bern. Cruise Lake Geneva and savor the cozy small-town atmosphere of Appenzell. After a day of sightseeing and hiking the Alps, treat yourself to a glass of local wine, cheese fondue, and delicious Swiss chocolate.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels, B&Bs, and restaurants in cities, villages, and resort towns. You'll learn how to plan scenic rail journeys, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in the City of Light,Paris.With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore the grand Champs-Elysees, the eye-popping Eiffel Tower, and the radiant cathedral of Notre-Dame. Learn how to save money and avoid the lines at the Louvre and Orsay Museums. Enjoy the ambience of Parisian neighbourhoods, and take a day trip to the glittering palace of Versailles, or to the Champagne-soaked city of Reims. Then grab a cafe creme at a sidewalk cafe and listen to the hum of the city. You'll see why Paris remains at the heart of global culture.Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful neighbourhoods. You'll learn how to navigate the Paris Metro, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
Rick Steves Snapshot Dubrovnik (Fourth Edition)
by Cameron Hewitt and Rick Steves
Published 12 July 2016
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Dubrovnik.In this compact guide, Rick Steves and Cameron Hewitt cover the essentials of Dubrovnik, including Peljesac Peninsula, Mljet National Park, and Trsteno Arboretum. Visit Dubrovnik's main promenade known as The Stradun, or stroll the scenic mile-and-a-quarter around the city's town walls. You'll get firsthand advice on the best sights, eating, sleeping, and nightlife, and the maps and self-guided tours will ensure you make the most of your experience. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves Snapshot guide is a tour guide in your pocket.Rick Steves Snapshot guides consist of excerpted chapters from Rick Steves' European country guidebooks. Snapshot guides are a great choice for travellers visiting a specific city or region, rather than multiple European destinations. These slim guides offer all of Rick's up-to-date advice on what sights are worth your time and money. They include good-value hotel and restaurant recommendations, with no introductory information (such as overall trip planning, when to go, and travel practicalities).
With this guide, travellers can experience the best of everything Portugal has to offer - economically and hassle-free. Completely revised and updated, this guide includes maps and photos, opinionated coverage, suggested day plans, trip itineraries and more.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in London.
With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore historic Big Ben, bustling Trafalgar Square, and the Tower of London home of the crown jewels. Learn how to save time and money on the Tube, and how to avoid the mobs at the Changing of the Guard. Investigate London's world-class museums, where you can trace Western civilization from the Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Van Gogh and Picasso. Venture into Soho's theater district for a glitzy musical or a delicious Indian dinner. End a great day at a neighborhood pub, sharing a pint and a chat with a friendly local.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful London neighborhoods. You'll learn how to get around by bus and on the Tube, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll explore historic Big Ben, bustling Trafalgar Square, and the Tower of London home of the crown jewels. Learn how to save time and money on the Tube, and how to avoid the mobs at the Changing of the Guard. Investigate London's world-class museums, where you can trace Western civilization from the Magna Carta and Shakespeare to Van Gogh and Picasso. Venture into Soho's theater district for a glitzy musical or a delicious Indian dinner. End a great day at a neighborhood pub, sharing a pint and a chat with a friendly local.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants in delightful London neighborhoods. You'll learn how to get around by bus and on the Tube, and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in France.
With this guide, you'll explore sleepy villages, romantic hill towns, and cosmopolitan cities, including Paris, Avignon, and Nice. Climb the Eiffel Tower, wander world-renowned museums, and dine at sidewalk cafes. Then escape to the sunny countryside, where you can explore castles of all shapes and sizes or pedal your way from village to vineyard. With its Swiss-like Alps, Italian-style Riviera, and Germanic Alsace, France offers Europe's greatest variety. A good vin rouge is never more than a stroll away.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
With this guide, you'll explore sleepy villages, romantic hill towns, and cosmopolitan cities, including Paris, Avignon, and Nice. Climb the Eiffel Tower, wander world-renowned museums, and dine at sidewalk cafes. Then escape to the sunny countryside, where you can explore castles of all shapes and sizes or pedal your way from village to vineyard. With its Swiss-like Alps, Italian-style Riviera, and Germanic Alsace, France offers Europe's greatest variety. A good vin rouge is never more than a stroll away.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in the Eternal City of Rome.
With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll walk the same streets as the Caesars and discover the secrets of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Learn how to avoid the lines at the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Basilica. Take a night walk across the city and enjoy floodlit fountains and piazzas. Then grab a sidewalk table at the locals' favorite trattoria and watch the world go by.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. You'll learn how to navigate the Rome Metro and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
With the self-guided tours in this book, you'll walk the same streets as the Caesars and discover the secrets of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum. Learn how to avoid the lines at the Vatican Museum and St. Peter's Basilica. Take a night walk across the city and enjoy floodlit fountains and piazzas. Then grab a sidewalk table at the locals' favorite trattoria and watch the world go by.
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. You'll learn how to navigate the Rome Metro and which sights are worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling in Italy.
From the beaches to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, Italy has it all. With this book, you'll trace Italian culture from Rome's Colosseum to Michelangelo's David to the bustling elegance of Milan. Experience the art-drenched cities of Venice and Florence, explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Discover the villages of Tuscany and Umbria and the lazy rhythms of the Cinque Terre. Shop at local market stalls, sip a cappuccino at an outdoor cafe, and pick up a picnic lunch at an allimentari. Relax and enjoy the life of Bella Italia!
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.
From the beaches to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, Italy has it all. With this book, you'll trace Italian culture from Rome's Colosseum to Michelangelo's David to the bustling elegance of Milan. Experience the art-drenched cities of Venice and Florence, explore the ancient ruins of the Roman Forum, and learn how to avoid the lines at the most popular museums. Discover the villages of Tuscany and Umbria and the lazy rhythms of the Cinque Terre. Shop at local market stalls, sip a cappuccino at an outdoor cafe, and pick up a picnic lunch at an allimentari. Relax and enjoy the life of Bella Italia!
Rick's candid, humorous advice will guide you to good-value hotels and restaurants. He'll help you plan where to go and what to see, depending on the length of your trip. You'll get up-to-date recommendations about what is worth your time and money. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.