Rough Guide Travel Guides
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Containing similar information to the larger Rough Guide, this guide book provides full-colour maps and plans and details of accommodation and eating out.
Rough Guides brings a breath of fresh air to this intrinsically American region. We trace New England's rich history, with its lighthouses, Shaker villages, and literary landmarks; jump ahead to Boston and today's vibrant college towns; and take in the timeless beauty of the area's diverse scenery. Features extensive coverage of hiking, skiing, and other outdoors activities.
The Rough Guide gets under the skin of this historic city, with lively accounts of every attraction from the smart streets of Beacon Hill to the Revolution-era sights around Boston Common. Throughout there are critical listings to suit all tastes and budgets. The authors' selection of 'things not to miss' range from bustling Harvard square to shopping on Newbury Street which houses hip cafes and colourful boutiques. It also covers neighbouring Cambridge, Plymouth, Salem, and Cape Cod's Provincetown. The contexts section provides insightful background on the city's history, architecture, people and literature.