Book 13

Fodor's Rome 25 Best

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 17 November 2015

Compact and affordable, Fodor's 25 Best Rome 2019 is a great travel guide for those who want an easy-to-pack guidebook and map to one of the most exciting cities in Italy and Europe.

Fodor's 25 Best Guides offer highlights of major city destinations in a compact package that includes a sturdy, detailed street map you can bring along with you to help you navigate when cell service is not available. By focusing only on top sights-all divided by neighborhood-we make planning your days easy.

Save time and space by having Rome's top 25 sights and experiences in one convenient guidebook:

  • *UPDATED FOR 2018: Fully updated coverage on the information you need to know.
  • *DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Best bets from local writers for sightseeing, eating, drinking, sleeping, and shopping, for every budget.
  • *GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND MAPS: Full-color photos and full-size street maps cover the best Rome has to offer, all in one easy-to-use package. A handy, weather-resistant PULLOUT CITY MAP will help you quickly orient yourself and plan your day.
  • *INDISPENSABLE TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: The "City Tours" section shows off the best of the city with self-guided tour ideas. Plan excursions outside the city with the "More to See" section.
  • *PRACTICAL TIPS AND PHRASES: Travel like a local with our "Need to Know" section, filled with useful travel tips and essential Italian phrases.
  • *COVERS: St. Peter's Basilica, Spanish Steps, Colosseum, Pantheon, Forum, where to explore pizza, gelato, caffe, classical music, opera, jazz, opulent palaces, magnificent fountains, romantic piazzas, over than two thousand years of art, and much more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's guidebooks have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.

Planning to visit other Italian destinations? Check out Fodor's Venice 25 Best, Fodor's Essential Italy, Fodor's Florence and Tuscany, and Fodor's The Amalfi Coast, Capri & Naples.


Book 14

Ready to experience South Florida? The experts at Fodor's are here to help. Fodor's South Florida with Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and the Keys travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of South Florida, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to party on South Beach, see wildlife in the Everglades, or go snorkeling in Key West, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning!

Fodor's South Florida with Miami, Fort Lauderdale, and the Keys includes:

  • * AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of South Florida.
  • * SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on South Florida's best beaches, Miami's Art Deco District, and the Everglades.
  • * INSPIRATIONAL "BEST OF" LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.
  • * MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time.
  • * MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to help plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.
  • * EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste.
  • * TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of events.
  • * LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems.
  • * HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS that add perspective and enrich your travels.
  • * COVERS: Miami and Miami Beach, including South Beach, plus Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Key West and the Florida Keys, the Everglades, and more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years..

Planning on visiting more of Florida? Check out Fodor's Florida, Fodor's Walt Disney World, and Fodor's In Focus Florida Keys.


Book 14

Fodor's Paris 25 Best

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 17 November 2015
This book identifies and explores in depth the top 25 sights in Paris in a compact, pocket-sized guidebook that also covers other popular spots and major neighborhoods all over the city, including shops, entertainment options, restaurants, hotels, and useful details like helpful web sites and travel information to make your short trip to Paris a great trip. This guide is updated annually. This travel guide includes: - A useful, weather-resistant pullout city map and a metro map for easy navigation - Full-color photos and full-size street maps of major neighborhoods. - Neighborhood walks that show off the best of the city with self-guided tour ideas - Essential info - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, and more - Popular day-trip destinations. - A two-day itinerary to explore the top attractions and what's off the beaten path. - Many hotel, restaurant, and entertainment recommendations - Major sights covered include the Arc de Triomphe, Jardin du Luxembourg, Mus e du Louvre, Mus e d'Orsay, Mus e Picasso, Notre-Dame, Place des Vosges, Sacr -Coeur, Seine cruises, Tour Eiffel, and Versailles. With its full-color photography and top 25 to do lists, Fodor's 25 Best books are the perfect companion for any traveler. A pull out map with major sights marked, is included. About Fodor's: Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Book 14

This book identifies and explores in depth the top 25 sights in New York City in a compact, pocket-sized guidebook that also covers other popular spots and major neighborhoods all over the city, including shops, entertainment options, restaurants, hotels, and useful details like helpful web sites and travel information to make your short trip to New York City a great trip. This guide is updated annually. This travel guide includes: - A useful, weather-resistant pullout city map and a metro map for easy navigation - Full-color photos and full-size street maps of major neighborhoods. - Neighborhood walks that show off the best of the city with self-guided tour ideas - Essential info - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, and more - Popular day-trip destinations. - A two-day itinerary to explore the top attractions and what's off the beaten path. - Many hotel, restaurant, and entertainment recommendations - Major sights covered include the American Museum of Natural History, Brooklyn, Central Park, Ellis Island, Empire State Building, Fifth Avenue, Frick Collection, Greenwich Village, Guggenheim Museum, High Line, Lincoln Center, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Museum of Modern Art, Rockefeller Center, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and World Trade Center. With its full-color photography and top 25 to do lists, Fodor's 25 Best books are the perfect companion for any traveler. A pull out map with major sights marked, is included. About Fodor's: Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Book 15

Whether you want to explore ancient ruins in Rome, ride a gondola in Venice, see the Duomo in Florence, or visit Vatican City, the local Fodor's travel experts in Italy are here to help! Fodor's Best of Italy guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

GET INSPIRED

  • * AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do

    * PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Best Hilltop Villages in Tuscany," "Architectural Wonders in Venice," and "Best Italian Cooking Classes"

    * COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!

    * UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS covering the most recommended sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more

GET PLANNING

* MULTIPLE ITINERARARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time

* SPECIAL FEATURES on "The Sistine Ceiling," "Cruising the Grand Canal," and "Hiking the Cinque Terre."

* COVERS: Rome, Vatican City, Venice, Milan, Lake Como, Florence, Tuscany, Pisa, Naples, Sicily, and more.

GET GOING

* MORE THAN 35 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to navigate confidently

* TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money

* HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, geography, and more

* LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems

* ITALIAN LANGUAGE PRIMER with useful words and essential phrases

* ILLUSTRATED FOOD FEATURES to help navigate the cuisines of every region in Italy

Planning on visiting France or Spain? Check out Fodor's Essential France or Fodor's Essential Spain.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images and the pull out map included in the physical edition.

This edition is printed on sustainably sourced paper.


Book 21

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

With the growing interest in adventure travel, national parks, hip cities, wineries, and microbreweries, the Pacific Northwest attracts a huge number of visitors every year. This dramatic region stretching from British Columbia to Oregon provides pristine wilderness areas to explore--from coastlines to mountains--as well as vibrant metropolitan scenes in Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver.

Fodor's Pacific Northwest includes:



UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: New hotel and restaurant reviews cover recently opened properties throughout the region along with special focus on Portland and the popular brewery and winery scenes.
ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Colorful features introduce the whales of the Pacific Northwest, wine-tasting itineraries in Oregon's Willamette Valley, and Seattle's Pike Place Market.
INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Fodor's recommends the top attractions and experiences, highlighting must-see sights from Stanley Park in Vancouver to microbreweries in Portland. Four chapters provide in-depth information on visiting stunning national parks: Crater Lake, Olympic, North Cascades, and Mount Rainier.


DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's Pacific Northwest offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category.
COVERS: Portland, Seattle, Vancouver, Willamette Valley, Mt. Hood, Bend, Mt. St. Helens, San Juan Islands, Olympic National Park, Mt. Rainer, Victoria, and more.

Book 22

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Filled with color photos as stunning as the region itself, Fodor's The Carolinas and Georgia delivers the best of the South from the pristine waters of the Outer Banks to genteel Charleston and bustling Atlanta and everywhere in between. Beaches, golf courses, mountains, Southern food, and historical and cultural sites keep travelers coming back.

Fodor's The Carolinas & Georgia includes:



UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: Includes new restaurants and hotels in the South's top cities: Charleston, Savannah, and Atlanta, as well as throughout the region.
SPECIAL FEATURES: Gorgeous and easy-to-use features highlight quintessential Southern experiences, like visiting North Carolina beaches, hiking in the Great Smoky Mountains, exploring Mrytle Beach, and enjoying Lowcountry cuisine.
INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Features such as Top Attractions for each state, Top Experiences, Great Itineraries, and kid-friendly sites make planning simple. Convenient overviews present each region and its highlights, and chapter planning sections have good advice for making the most of your time and getting around by car.
DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Fodor's The Carolinas and Georgia offers savvy advice and recommendations from local writers to help travelers make the most of their visit. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category.
COVERS: Charleston, Savannah, Atlanta, Myrtle Beach, Outer Banks, Wilmington,Charlotte, Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill, Asheville, Great Smoky Mountains, Hilton Head, and more.

Book 31

Fodor’s Bahamas

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 17 April 2018

Whether you want to explore sea life while scuba diving, discover 800 miles of beaches, or relax at a top-rated resort and spa, the local Fodor’s travel experts in the Bahamas are here to help! Fodor’s Bahamas guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.

This new edition has been fully-redesigned with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

Fodor’s Bahamas includes:

  • AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
  • MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
  • MORE THAN 10 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently
  • COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
  • UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more
  • PHOTO-FILLED FEATURES on “10 Animals You’ll Meet in the Bahamas,” “What to Eat and Drink in the Bahamas,” and “The Myths and Mysticism of the Bahamas”
  • TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
  • SPECIAL FEATURES on “Great Underwater Adventures,” and “Junkanoo in the Bahamas”
  • HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the art, cuisine, music, wildlife and more
  • LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems
  • COVERS: The Abacos, Nassau, Paradise Island, Inagua National Park, Atlantis Resort, Lucayan National Park, Cat Island, San Salvador, Elbow Cay, and more.

Planning on visiting the Carribbean? Check out Fodor’s Essential Carribbean.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

*Important note for digital editions: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images or text included in the physical edition.


Book 31

Ready to experience San Diego? The experts at Fodor's are here to help. Fodor's San Diego travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of San Diego, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to find the perfect beachfront hotel, visit the San Diego Zoo, or spend the day in Coronado, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning!

Fodor's San Diego includes:



* AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of San Diego.


* SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on the San Diego Zoo, Cabrillo National Monument, La Jolla's Beaches, and Surfing.


* INSPIRATIONAL "BEST OF" LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.


* ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time.


* MORE THAN 10 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.


* EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste.


* TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events.


* LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems.


* HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS that add perspective and enrich your travels.


* COVERS: San Diego Zoo, Cabrillo National Monument, LEGOLAND, Carlsbad, Coronado, La Jolla, Balboa Park, Gaslamp Quarter, Mission Beach, Old Town and more.


ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.


Planning on visiting Los Angeles or the rest of Southern California or Los Angeles? Check out Fodor's Los Angeles or Fodor's Southern California.

Book 33

Fodor's London

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 30 January 2018

Written by locals, Fodor's travel guides have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. Crowds continue to flock to England's capital as much as ever to discover the hippest galleries, shops, and nightlife spots as well as to enjoy the world-renowned museums, the royal history, and some of the chicest restaurants and hotels in the world. This edition of Fodor's London captures all of this, and more.


Book 34

Fodor's Bermuda

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 27 February 2018

Whether you want to visit historic St. George's, lie on one of the island's famous pink beaches, or shop in Hamilton's chic boutiques, the local Fodor's travel experts in Bermuda are here to help! Fodor's Bermuda guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

GET INSPIRED

  • * AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do

    * PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on What to Eat and Drink in Bermuda and Bermuda's Best Natural Wonders

    * COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!

    * UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, activities, and more

GET PLANNING
  • * MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time

    * SPECIAL FEATURES on "What to Read and Watch Before Your Trip" and "Cruising to Bermuda"

    * COVERS: St George's, Hamilton, the Crystal Caves, Somerset, the Royal Naval Dockyard, and more

GET GOING
  • * MORE THAN 10 DETAILED MAPS to help you navigate confidently

    * TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money

    * HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music, geography and more

    * LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems

Planning on visiting any other islands? Check out Fodor's Essential Caribbean, Fodor's Bahamas, and Fodor's InFocus Turks & Caicos Islands.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years. For more travel inspiration, you can sign up for our travel newsletter at fodors.com/newsletter/signup, or follow us @FodorsTravel on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. We invite you to join our friendly community of travel experts at fodors.com/community to ask any other questions and share your experience with us!

IMPORTANT NOTE: The digital edition of this guide does not contain all the images included in the physical edition.


Ready to experience Australia? The experts at Fodor’s are here to help. Fodor’s Essential Australia travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of Australia, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to dive the Great Barrier Reef, scale the Sydney Harbour Bridge, sail the Whitsunday Islands, or explore Aboriginal art in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning!

Fodor’s Essential Australia includes:

  • • AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of Australia.
  • • SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on diving the Great Barrier Reef, understanding Aboriginal Art, hiking in the Blue Mountains, driving the Convict Trail in Tasmania, and exploring Australia’s renowned wine regions.

    • INSPIRATIONAL “BEST OF” LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.

  • • MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time.
  • • MORE THAN 70 DETAILED MAPS to help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.
  • • EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste.
  • • TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events.
  • • ROAD TRIP itineraries and tips on taking the ideal Australian road trip
  • • LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems including: Western Australia’s Best Beaches, Tasmania’s Top Hikes, 10 Unique Places to Stay, and 20 Things to Eat and Drink in Australia.
  • •HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS to add perspective and enrich your travels.
  • • COVERS: Sydney, New South Wales, Melbourne, Victoria, Tasmania, Brisbane, Adelaide, the Northern Territory, Perth, and Western Australia and includes the Great Barrier Reef, the Blue Mountains National Park, the Gold Coast, Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park, Bondi Beach, Daintree National Park, Cairns, and more.

    ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor’s has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

    Planning on visiting New Zealand? Check out Fodor’s Essential New Zealand.


Ready to experience New Zealand? The experts at Fodor's are here to help. Fodor's Essential New Zealand travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of New Zealand, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to explore Auckland, bungee-jump in Queenstown, or visit The Lord of the Rings sights in Middle-earth, this up-to-date guidebook will help you plan it all out.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning!

Fodor's Essential New Zealand includes:

  • AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of New Zealand.
  • SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on tramping in New Zealand's many national parks, wine tours, and Maori art.
  • INSPIRATIONAL "BEST OF" LISTS that identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.
  • MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths to help you maximize your time.
  • DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP to help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.
  • EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS with options for every taste.
  • TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS including guides to getting around, saving money and time, beating the crowds; and a calendar of festivals and events.
  • LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE on where to find under-the-radar gems.
  • HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS that add perspective and enrich your travels.
  • COVERS: Auckland, Wellington, Bay of Islands, Queenstown, Abel Tasman National Park, Christchurch, Hawke's Bay, Milford Sound, Rotorua, Waitomo, and more.

    ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

    Planning on visiting other countries in the South Pacific? Check out Fodor's Essential Australia.


Hip, innovative, and affordable, Lisbon is a hub for cosmopolitan, design-minded makers and shakers, who are breathing new life into the Portugal's food, nightlife, and arts scenes. Fodor's brand-new guidebook, Inside Lisbon, touches on top tourist sights, including Tram 28, St. George's Castle, and Jeronimos Monastery, but also delves deep into the best under-the-radar places that only insiders from Lisbon know about.

The Fodor's Inside series is designed for travelers looking for authentic, hyperlocal experiences. Perfectly sized to fit in your bag or pocket, these guides are designed with an artistic bent and are easy to use, look good, and don't make you feel like a tourist.

Written by Lisboans-and with customized neighborhood maps and one-of-a-kind, hand-drawn illustrations by local illustrator Pedro Brito-Inside Lisbon covers the restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and boutiques in the neighborhoods that locals love best.

Fodor's Inside Lisbon includes:

  • * OFF-THE-BEATEN-PATH COVERAGE to help you explore locally loved, up-and-coming neighborhoods that other guidebooks don't cover well or at all.
  • * BEST BET LISTS with our favorites in a variety of categories including: best local foods, best kid-friendly attractions, and most romantic restaurants.
  • * INSTAGRAM-WORTHY PHOTO SPOTS that tell you how and where to get remarkable shots that you'll definitely want to share.
  • * AT A GLANCE FEATURES on local events, history, locally-made goods, books and movies set in Lisbon, and more.
  • * MAPS that are easy to read, plus a free pull-out map.
  • * ITINERARIES that will help you plan your trip.
  • * COOL PLACES TO STAY highlighting the most unique lodgings in the city.
  • * BEST CITY TOURS from the coolest companies, including gallery walks, culinary tours, and wine tastings.
  • * QUICK SIDE TRIPS to the best places in Estoril, Cascais, Guincho.
  • * GETTING AROUND features in every neighborhood to make navigation via public transit or car easy.
  • * HAND DRAWN ILLUSTRATIONS by local artist Pedro Brito.
  • * INTERESTING STREET AND PUBLIC ART that is worth discovering.
  • * BACK IN THE DAY SPOTLIGHTS of famous spots to give the city historical context.
  • * COVERS the best neighborhoods in Lisbon, including Baixa, Chiado and Bairro Alto, Avenida da Liberdade, Principe Real and Restauradores, Alfama , Graca and Sao Vicente, Alcantara, Cais do Sodre, Santos, Intendente, Martim Moniz, Mouraria, Belem, and more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Planning on visiting more of Portugal? Check out Fodor's Essential Portugal.


Fodor's Los Angeles

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 30 September 2014

Ready to experience Los Angeles? The experts at Fodor's are here to help. Fodor's Los Angeles travel guide is packed with customizable itineraries with top recommendations, detailed maps of Los Angeles, and exclusive tips from locals. Whether you want to lounge on a beautiful beach, take a selfie with celebrity, or hang out with locals on the East Side, this user-friendly guidebook will help you plan it all out. Our local writers vet every recommendation to ensure that you not only make the most of your time, but that you also have all the most up-to-date and essential information you need to plan the perfect trip.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with a new layout and beautiful images for more intuitive travel planning!

Fodor's Los Angeles includes:

  • * AN ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE GUIDE that visually captures the top highlights of Los Angeles.
  • * SPECTACULAR COLOR PHOTOS AND FEATURES throughout, including special features on Disneyland, celebrity spotting, and movie-famous locations.
  • * INSPIRATIONAL "BEST OF" LISTS identify the best things to see, do, eat, drink, and more.
  • * MULTIPLE ITINERARIES for various trip lengths help you maximize your time.
  • * MORE THAN 20 DETAILED MAPS AND A FREE PULLOUT MAP help you plot your itinerary and navigate confidently.
  • * EXPERT RECOMMENDATIONS ON HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS offer options for every taste.
  • * TRIP PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS include: guides to getting around, saving money and time, and beating the crowds.
  • * LOCAL INSIDER ADVICE tells you where to find under-the-radar gems.
  • * HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL OVERVIEWS add perspective and enrich your travels.
  • * COVERS: Hollywood Walk of Fame, Sunset Strip, Downtown LA, Venice Beach, Beverly Hills, Disneyland, Universal Studios, Silver Lake, and more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

Planning on visiting more destinations in California? Check out Fodor's Southern California, Fodor's Northern California, Fodor's San Diego, and Fodor's San Francisco.

Cover Photography by Jill Krueger


Fodor's Toronto

by Fodor's Travel Guides

Published 31 March 2020

Whether you want to enjoy panoramic views from the top of the CN Tower, explore the excellent international restaurant scene, or bike along the Beach's boardwalk, the local Fodor's travel experts in Toronto are here to help! Fodor's Toronto guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time.

This new edition has been FULLY-REDESIGNED with an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos.

GET INSPIRED

  • AN ILLUSTRATED ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE to the top things to see and do
  • PHOTO-FILLED "BEST OF" FEATURES on "Toronto's Best Chinese Restaurants," "Art Lover's guide to Toronto," and "Cutest Cafes in Toronto"
  • COLOR PHOTOS throughout to spark your wanderlust!
  • UP-TO-DATE and HONEST RECOMMENDATIONS for the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, side-trips, and more

GET PLANNING

  • MULTIPLE ITINERARIES to effectively organize your days and maximize your time
  • SPECIAL FEATURES on "Harbourfront and the Islands," "Exploring Niagara Falls," "Toronto's Film Scene."
  • COVERS: Harbourfront and the Entertainment District, Old Town and the Distillery District, St. Lawrence Market, Chinatown, Kensington Market, Queenspark, Niagara Falls, Niagara Wine Region, Southern Georgian Bay, and more

GET GOING

  • 20 DETAILED MAPS to navigate confidently
  • TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS AND PRACTICAL TIPS on when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money
  • HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS providing rich context on the local people, politics, art, architecture, cuisine, music and more
  • LOCAL WRITERS to help you find the under-the-radar gems

Planning on visiting other destinations in Canada? Check out Fodor's Vancouver, Fodor's Novia Scotia & Atlantic Canada, and Fodor's Montreal & Quebec City.

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Compact and affordable, Fodor's 25 Best Munich is a great travel guide for those who want an easy-to-pack guidebook and map to one of the most exciting cities in Germany.

Fodor's 25 Best Guides offer highlights of major city destinations in a compact package that includes a sturdy, detailed street map that you can bring along to help you navigate when cell service is not available. By focusing only on top sights-all divided by neighborhood-we make planning your days easy.

Save time and space by having Munich's top 25 sights and experiences in one convenient guidebook:

  • FULLY UPDATED. Fully updated coverage on the information you need to know
  • DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Best bets from local writers for sightseeing, eating, drinking, sleeping, and shopping, for every budget.
  • GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND MAPS: Full-color photos and full-size street maps cover the best Munich has to offer, all in one easy-to-use package. A handy, weather-resistant pullout city map will help you quickly orient yourself and plan your day.
  • INDISPENSABLE TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: The "City Tours" section shows off the best of the city with self-guided tour ideas. Plan excursions outside the city with the "More to See" section.
  • PRACTICAL TIPS AND PHRASES: Travel like a local with our "Need to Know" section, filled with useful travel tips and essential German phrases.
  • COVERS: Marienplatz, Nymphenburg Palace, Frauenkirche, the BMW Museum, beer at the Hofbrauhaus, contemporary and classic art, Bavaria's best restaurants for sauerkraut, sausages, and dumplings, plus side trips to Neuschwanstein and King Ludwig's other castles in the foothills of the Alps, and more!

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's guidebooks have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years.

Planning to visit the rest of Germany? Check out Fodor's 25 Best Berlin and Fodor's Essential Germany.


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Written by locals, Fodor's InFocus Santa Fe is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit to Santa Fe, Taos and Albuquerque. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. Join Fodor's in exploring one of the most exciting cities in New Mexico and the American Southwest!

At 7,000 feet, on a high-desert plateau at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, Santa Fe is one of the most visited small cities in the United States, and one of the most visually and culturally distinctive. Fodor's InFocus Santa Fe highlights the very best museums, one-of-a-kind cultural events, art galleries, spas, and notable restaurants and shops that pack this small city, as well as the spectacular nearby opportunities for hiking and exploring the region's natural beauty and archaeological sites.

Fodor's InFocus Santa Fe includes:

  • *Up-to-Date Coverage: New restaurants, hotels, shops, and nightlife options have been added throughout the book.
  • *Ultimate Experiences Guide: A brief introduction and spectacular color photos capture the ultimate experiences and attractions throughout Santa Fe and Northwestern New Mexico.
  • *Itineraries and Top Recommendations: Sample itineraries to help plan and make the most of your time. We include tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports, and the outdoors. Fodor's Choice designates our best picks in every category.
  • *Indispensable Trip Planning Tools: A Glossary of terms helps readers familiarize themselves with local menu items and architectural designs.
  • *Maps: Over a dozen full-size street maps throughout to inspire and help you plan and get around stress-free.
  • *Compact Format: Fodor's In Focus Guides are packed with the same coverage of a full-size guidebook in a smaller, more convenient format that is easier to carry on a trip.
  • *Covers: Santa Fe, Taos, Albuquerque, El Rancho de Las Golondrinas, Madrid, Abiquiu, Ghost Ranch, Pojoaque Pueblo, Nambe Pueblo, Chimayo, Bandelier National Monument, Los Alamos, and much more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

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Compact and affordable, Fodor's 25 Best Dubai is a great travel guide for those who want an easy-to-pack guidebook and map to one of the most exciting cities in the Middle East.

Fodor's 25 Best Guides offer highlights of major city destinations in a compact package that includes a sturdy, detailed street map you can bring along with you to help you navigate when cell service is not available. By focusing only on top sights-all divided by neighborhood-we make planning your days easy.

Save time and space by having Dubai's top 25 sights and experiences in one convenient guidebook:

  • * FULLY UPDATED: Fully updated coverage on the information you need to know

    * DISCERNING RECOMMENDATIONS: Best bets from local writers for sightseeing, eating, drinking, sleeping, and shopping, for every budget.

    * GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND MAPS: Full-color photos and full-size street maps cover the best Dubai has to offer, all in one easy-to-use package. A handy, weather-resistant pullout city map will help you quickly orient yourself and plan your day.

    * INDISPENSABLE TRIP-PLANNING TOOLS: The "City Tours" section shows off the best of the city with self-guided tour ideas. Plan excursions outside the city with the "More to See" section.

    * PRACTICAL TIPS AND PHRASES: Travel like a local with our "Need to Know" section, filled with useful travel tips.

    * COVERS: Al Fahidi Historic District, Dubai Creek, the Dubai Museum, the Sheikh Mohammed Center for Cultural Understanding, Heritage House, the Burj Khalifa, the Dubai Mall, Ras al Khor Wildlife Sanctuary, plus souks, dhow cruises, tea and coffee shops, and more!

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's guidebooks have been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for 80 years. Planning to visit other destinations in North Africa or India? Check out Fodor's Morocco or Fodor's Essential India.


Written by locals, Fodor's Costa Rica 2019 is the perfect guidebook for those looking for insider tips to make the most out their visit. Complete with detailed maps and concise descriptions, this Costa Rica travel guide will help you plan your trip with ease. Join Fodor's in exploring one of the most exciting countries in Central America.

Costa Rica is one of the most popular destinations for travelers in search of natural beauty, outdoor adventure, and sun. In full-color and with helpful magazine-style illustrated features, Fodor's Costa Rica shows off the splendor of the country's stunning natural landscapes and its varied flora and fauna like no other guide.

Fodor's Costa Rica Includes:

  • *UP-TO-DATE COVERAGE: Updated annually, Fodor's Costa Rica provides a comprehensive guide to the country, including the newest hotel offerings on the Papagayo Peninsula.
  • *ULTIMATE EXPERIENCES GUIDE: A spectacular color photo guide captures the ultimate unmissable experiences and attractions throughout Costa Rica to inspire you.
  • *PULLOUT MAP AND DETAILED MAPS: A handy PULLOUT map of Costa Rica will help you navigate on the go. Full color and full-size street maps throughout will help you plan efficiently and get around confidently.
  • *GORGEOUS PHOTOS AND ILLUSTRATED FEATURES: Full-color photos will help inspire you. Richly illustrated features cover canopy tours in the cloud forests, surfing for beginners and experts alike, sport-fishing off the Pacific coast, and bird-watching throughout the country. Costa Rica's renowned national parks and eco-lodges are also covered in depth.
  • *ITINERARIES AND TOP RECOMMENDATIONS: Sample itineraries will help you plan and customize your own itinerary so you can make the most of your time. Includes tips on where to eat, stay, and shop as well as information about nightlife, sports and the outdoors. "Fodor's Choice" designates our best picks in every category.
  • *INDISPENSABLE TRIP PLANNING TOOLS: Convenient overviews show each region and its highlights. A detail-rich chapter planning sections has on-target advice and tips for planning your time and for getting around the country by car and bus. Special features cover the country's varied landscapes and help you plan a vacation based on particular activities, such as wildlife-viewing, or topography.
  • *COVERS: San Jose, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Arenal Volcano, Manuel Antonio, Nicoya Peninsula, Guanacaste, Limon, Tamarindo, Jaco, Osa Peninsula, and more.

ABOUT FODOR'S AUTHORS: Each Fodor's Travel Guide is researched and written by local experts. Fodor's has been offering expert advice for all tastes and budgets for over 80 years.

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