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The Rough Guide to Budapest
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Part of our UEFA Euro 2020 guidebook series. If you're planning to visit Puskás Aréna in Budapest to watch Euro 2020 matches, then this guidebook provides all the information you need to make the most of your trip, from ready-made itineraries to help you explore the city when you're not at the game, to essential advice about getting around.
Discover Budapest with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to bathe in some of the city's magnificent Ottoman-era and Art Noveau spas, take a tram ride past the Parliament and along the Pest embankment or a night out in the city's famous ruin bars, The Rough Guide to Budapest will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way.
Features of this travel guide to Budapest:
- Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas
- Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to Budapest
- Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Buda, Pest and many more locations without needing to get online
- Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography, including the intricate and beautiful Dohany Utca Synagogue and the yellow splendor of the Szechenyi Baths
- Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences
- Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more
- Background information: comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter provides fascinating insights into Budapest, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary
- The ultimate travel tool: download the free eBook to access all this from your phone or tablet
- Covers: The Belvaros; Lipotvaros and Ujlipotvaros; Terezvaros and Erzsebetvaros; The Varosliget and the stadium district; Jozsefvaros and Ferencvaros; The Var and central Buda; Gellert-hegy and the Taban; Obuda and Margit-sziget; The Buda Hills; The city limits; Excurisions from Budapest
You may also be interested in: The Rough Guide to Europe on a Budget, The Rough Guide to Croatia, The Rough Guide to Romania
About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.
The ultimate insider's guide, covering everything from the huge new art galleries of the West Bund to the chic eating places of the renovated Cool Docks.
Shanghai is the twenty-first-century city par excellence - the financial centre of the world's new superpower. Expanding wildly in all directions, it's a vibrant place, making waves in everything from contemporary art to cutting-edge architecture.
Cutting through the hype, The Rough Guide to Shanghai reveals the best places to shop, from fake markets to backstreet tailors; to sleep, whether you want a quirky hostel, Art Deco cool or a luxury sky scraping suite; and to eat, from destination restaurants to humble dumpling stalls.
Day-trips include quaint canal towns, the new Chinese Disneyland and lovely Nanxiang, made newly accessible by the expanding metro network.
An updated metro map shows all the new stops, while every hotel, restaurant, bar, club and shop is marked on our easy-to-read, full-colour city maps.
The Rough Guide to Cape Town, The Winelands and the Garden Route (Travel Guide)
by Rough Guides
Discover Cape Town, the Winelands and the Garden Route with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to admire the panoramic views from the top of Table Mountain, indulge on a wine estate tour or spot the Big Five in a wildlife reserve, this new edition of The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands and the Garden Route will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
Inside The Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands and the Garden Route
- Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout - navigate Cape Town's city centre or find your way around Stellenbosch without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational images
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed coverage - whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: the city centre; the V&A Waterfront; Robben Island; the Cape Flats; the Atlantic Seaboard; Stellenbosch; Paarl; Franschhoek; Somerset West; the Whale Coast; the Garden Route and Overberg Interior; Route 62 and the Little Karoo; Port Elizabeth and the private reserves. Attractions include: Table Mountain; Boulders Beach; Cape Point; Chapman's Peak Drive; De Hoop Nature Reserve; the wine estates; Tsitsikamma National Park; the Cango Caves; Addo Elephant Park.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, health, the media, festivals, parks and wilderness areas, crime and personal safety and more.
- Listings chapters - from accommodation, food and drink to shopping and Cape Town for kids.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, music and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with the Rough Guide to Cape Town, the Winelands and the Garden Route
Discover this exquisite region of the United States with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether youplan to soak up the sunon Miami Beach, track down alligators in the Evergladesor dive amid vibrantcoral reefs in the Florida Keys, The Rough Guide to Floridawill show youthe ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
-Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blendof humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit,with options to suit every budget.
-Full-colour chapter maps throughout -to find your way amid Miami's pastel-coloured Art Deco district or KeyWest's quirky bars and restaurants without needing to get online. *Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
* Things not to miss - Rough Guides'rundown of the best sights andexperiences in Florida.
Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for everystep of the way.
Areas covered include: Miami,The Florida Keys, The Everglades, The Gold Coast, Sarasota, Fort Myers,Orlando, The Space Coast, Jacksonville,Tampa, Gainesville, Fort Lauderdale,Palm Beach.
Attractions include: Walt Disney World, Kennedy Space Centre, Wizarding World of Harry Potter, Sanibel Island, Salvador Dali Museum, Miami Beach,Universal Studios, South Beach, Key West.
Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink,the media, sports andoutdoor activities and more.
Background information - a Contexts chapterdevoted to history, nature and recommended books and films.
Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Florida.
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 and 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, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
Discover England with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to
explore historic houses and hipster hangouts in south London, hike through Britain's first national park in the Peak District or ride the waves off the coast of Cornwall, The Rough Guide to England will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
- Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the lively streets of East London or Bath's Regency avenues without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational images Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organise your trip.
- Detailed regional coverage - whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered include: London; Bath, Bristol and the West Country; Brighton and the southeast; Cambridge and East Anglia; Birmingham and the Midlands; Oxford and the Cotswolds; Manchester, Liverpool and the northwest; the Lake District; Yorkshire; Newcastle and the northeast. Attractions include: Stonehenge; The Eden Project; Dreamland, Margate; Hampton Court; Tate St Ives; Dartmoor; London's markets; Blackpool Pleasure Beach; Hadrian's Wall; Durham Cathedral.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, the media, festivals and events, sports and outdoor activities and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, architecture, books and literature, music and film.
Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to England
Discover these fascinating twin islands with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook onthe market.
Whether you plan to join a mas band at Port of Spain's Carnival, dive Tobago's coral reefs or enjoy the pristine beaches, The Rough Guide to Trinidad & Tobago will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
-Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
-Full-colour chapter maps throughout - to explore the colonial-era streets of downtown Port of Spain or navigate the bars, restaurants and guesthouses of Tobago's Crown Point without needing to get online.
-Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
* Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of thebest sights and experiences in Trinidad & Tobago.
Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered include: In Trinidad: Port of Spain, Chaguaramas and the Bocas islands, North coast beaches and villages, Brasso Seco, Toco,Grande Riviere, Manzanilla/Mayaro, San Fernando, Icacos.
In Tobago: Crown Point, Mount Irvine,Scarborough, Castara, Windward Coast, Speyside, Charlotteville.
Attractions include: In Trinidad: Carapichaima; the North Coast Road; the Northern Range; Asa Wright Nature Centre; Yerette and Mount St Benedict; Nariva Swamp; Pitch Lake;
Tobago: Store Bay beach; Pigeon Point; BonAccord lagoon; The windward and leewards coasts; Forest Reserve; Little Tobago
Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, festivals and public holidays, outdoor activities, sports, culture and etiquette, crime and personal safety, shopping and more.
Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, Carnival, music, ecology and wildlife and recommended books, plus a section on Creole English.
Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Trinidad & Tobago.
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 and 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, and anaward-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
Discover Seoul with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to check out the changing of the guard at Gyeongbokgung, indulge in mouthwatering seafood at Noryangjin Fish Market or head farther out to discover the DMZ, The Rough Guide to Seoul will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit alongthe way.
Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
Full-colour chapter maps throughout - to find your way between Seoul's astonishing array of art galleries and bustling food markets without needing to get online.
*Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
* Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and experiences in Seoul.
- Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered include: Insadong, Seochon,Myeongdong, Samcheongdong, Namsangol, Yangsu-ri, Bukchon Hanok Village, The DMZ,Ganghwado, Chungmuro, Itaewon.
Attractions include: Bukhansan NationalPark, Gyeongbokgung, Changdeokgung, Noryangjin Fish Market, Samneung Park,Gwangjang Market, Jjimjilbang, Seoul Museum of History, Deoksugung, Dongdaemun
Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, media, festivals, culture and more.
Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, religion, film and books, as well as a helpful language section and glossary.
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 and 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, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
Explore the Philippines with the smartest and most insightful guidebook on the market. Written with Rough Guides' trademark mix of honesty, wit and practical advice, this fully updated, stunningly illustrated travel guide brings you comprehensive coverage of all the country's unmissable experiences. Rough Guides authors have visited every corner of this vast archipelago, and whether you're diving in the turquoise waters off Palawan, exploring the iconic Chocolate hills on Bohol or climbing volcanic Mount Pinatubo, this new edition of The Rough Guide to the Philippines will show you the best places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and party along the way, with options to suit every budget. The guide is packed with colour-coded maps and easy-to-follow transport advice to help navigate your way from one spectacular island to the next.
Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to the Philippines.
Discover this laid-back Caribbean island nation with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to visit Trench Town to walk in Bob Marley's footsteps, seek out white sand coves and cascading waterfalls or enjoy the best jerk chicken from a roadside stall, The Rough Guide to Jamaica will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
-Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
-Full-colour chapter maps throughout - explore the fishing villages along Treasure Beach or soak up Kingston's legendary nightlife without needing to get online.
-Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and experiences in Jamaica.
Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Kingston, Ocho Rios, Montego Bay, Negril, The Blue Mountains, Port Royal, Cockpit Country, Port Antonio, Treasure Beach,Portland, Bluefields Bay. Attractions include: Dunn's Riverwaterfall, Blue Lagoon, Trench Town Culture Yard, Peter Tosh Museum, NationalGallery, Appleton Estate, Rio Grande, Luminous Lagoon.
Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, festivals and events, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more.
Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, the environment, religion, music, language and recommended books.
Make the most of your time on Earth with The Rough Guide toJamaica.
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 and 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, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
The Rough Guide to Thailand's Beaches & Islands (Travel Guide)
by Rough Guides
The Rough Guide to Thailand's Beaches & Islands
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Discover Thailand's beaches and islands with this comprehensive and entertaining travel guide, packed with practical information and honest recommendations by our independent experts. Whether you plan to go diving in Ko Tao, experience the glorious vistas of the Ang Thong National Marine Park or visit the stunning temples of Phetchaburi, The Rough Guide to Thailand's Beaches and Islands will help you discover the best places to explore, eat, drink, shop and sleep along the way.
Features of this travel guide to Thailand's Beaches & Islands:
- Detailed regional coverage: provides practical information for every kind of trip, from off-the-beaten-track adventures to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas
- Honest and independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our writers will help you make the most from your trip to Thailand
- Meticulous mapping: practical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Bangkok, Phuket and many more locations without needing to get online
- Fabulous full-colour photography: features inspirational colour photography, including the surreal and staggeringly beautiful Tham Phraya Nakhon Cave Complex and the sugar-white beaches of Ko Mook
- Time-saving itineraries: carefully planned routes will help inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences
- Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of Ko Samet, Ko Chang, Phetchaburi and Ko Pha Ngan's best sights and top experiences
- Travel tips and info: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more
- Background information: comprehensive 'Contexts' chapter provides fascinating insights into Thailand, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary
- The ultimate travel tool: download the free eBook to access all this from your phone or tablet
- Covers: Bangkok; The east coast; Southern Thailand: the Gulf coast; Southern Thailand: the Andaman coast; The deep south
You may also be interested in: The Rough Guide to Thailand, The Rough Guide to Bangkok, The Rough Guide to Southeast Asia on a Budget
About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.
The Rough Guide to Turkey is a must for all discerning travellers heading to this fascinating country that straddles Europe and Asia. The most comprehensive and informed travel guide on the market, offering insightful coverage taking readers from the stunning trails of the Lycian Way on the Turquoise coast to the iconic dome of Aya Sofia, and from legendary sites such as Troy and Ephesus to the fairytale landscapes of Cappadocia.
Packed with practical advice on everything from how to buy the finest kilims (rugs) to details on catching dolmuses, The Rough Guide to Turkey has all you need to find the best places to stay and eat, with trusted reviews you can rely on and options to suit all budgets. Complete with stunning photography, itineraries to help plan your trip and detailed maps to navigate your way through even the most maze-like towns, it's easy to see why The Rough Guide to Turkey is such an invaluable addition to your suitcase.
The brand new, full-colour The Rough Guide to Provence and the Cote d'Azur is the ultimate guide to one of the most compelling regions of southern France. Discover all the highlights for yourself, with expert listings, stunning photography and lively background information.
The Rough Guide to Provence and the Cote d'Azur helps you explore everything from glamorous Riviera resorts to timeless Alpine villages, historic festival cities like Aix and Avignon and the vibrant port of Marseille. As well as detailed advice on spotting flamingos in the Camargue, sampling the wines of the Rhone valley, admiring Roman ruins, and following the footsteps of van Gogh and Matisse, you'll find up-to-date recommendations of hotels, bars, and restaough Guide urants to suit all budgets.
With in-depth descriptions of every destination, personal author favourites and hand-picked itineraries of the attractions you must not miss, the Rough Guide won't let you down.
Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Provence and the Cote d'Azur.
The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands & Islands (Travel Guide)
by Rough Guides
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World-renowned 'tell it like it is' guidebook available now with a free eBook
Discover the Scottish Highlands and Islands with this comprehensive, entertaining, 'tell it like it is' Rough Guide, packed with comprehensive practical information and our experts' honest and independent recommendations.
Whether you plan to eat divine seafood offerings at Loch Fyne, explore the whisky distilleries on Islay, or hop onto a mountain bike or stroll along deserted (if blustery) golden beaches, The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands will help you discover the best places to explore, sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
Features of The Rough Guide to Scottish Highlands and Islands:
?- Detailed regional coverage: provides in-depth practical information for each step of all kinds of trip, from intrepid off-the-beaten-track adventures, to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas. Regions covered include: Argyll, the Central Highlands, the Great Glen, the north and northwest Highlands, Skye and the Small Isles, the Western Isles, Orkney and Shetland.
- Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, and recommendations you can truly trust, our writers will help you get the most from your trip to the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
- Meticulous mapping: always full-colour, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys. Find your way around Orkney, Argylland many more locations without needing to get online.
- Fabulous full-colour photography: features a richness of inspirational colour photography, including the stunning sand and crystal-clear water of Kiloran Bay and the captivating slopes of the sprawling Rannoch Moor
- Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of Glen Coe, Eigg, and Arran's best sights and top experiences.
- Itineraries: carefully planned routes will help you organise your trip, and inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences.?
- Basics section: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting there, getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more.?
- Background information: comprehensive Contexts chapter provides fascinating insights into the Scottish Highlands and Islands with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
- Innovative and unique extras: a free eBook
About Rough Guides: Rough Guides have been inspiring travellers for over 35 years, with over 30 million copies sold globally. Synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and a trustworthy 'tell it like it is' ethos, the Rough Guides list includes more than 260 travel guides to 120+ destinations, gift-books and phrasebooks.
Discover Rough Guides' home patch with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to tuck into a balti in Birmingham, get your thrills at Blackpool Pleasure Beach or tackle Scotland's majestic North Coast 500, The Rough Guide to Great Britain will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the medieval lanes of York or Bath's Georgian streets without needing to get online.
- Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Britain's best sights and experiences.
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed regional coverage - whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered include: London and the southeast; the Cotswolds; Bath, Bristol and the southwest; East Anglia; the Midlands and the Peak District; Leeds, Manchester and the northwest; Yorkshire; Newcastle and the northeast; Cardiff and South Wales; Snowdonia; Edinburgh and the Lothians; Glasgow and the Clyde; the Scottish Highlands and Islands.
Attractions include: Hampton Court Palace; Oxford's colleges; the Eden Project; Manchester's Northern Quarter; Hadrian's Wall; the Lake District; Portmeirion; Welsh castles; Edinburgh Festival and the West Highland Railway.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, the media, festivals and events, sports and outdoor activities.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history and film, plus recommended books.
Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Great Britain.
Discover this mesmerising region of Spain with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to hike in the Sierra Nevada National Park, marvel at the world-famous Alhambra or discover Malaga's burgeoning art scene, The Rough Guide to Andalucia will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour chapter maps throughout - to explore the steep alleyways of Granada's Albaicin or wander Seville's orange tree-lined streets without needing to get online.
- Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of the best sights and experiences in Andalucia.
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed coverage - this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Areas covered include: Malaga; Cadiz; Seville; Huelva; Cordoba; Jaen; Granada; Almeria; Costa del Sol; The White Towns; Costa de la Luz; Gibraltar; Las Alpujarras; Ronda. Attractions include: Museo Picasso; La Giralda and Cathedral (Seville); Alcazar (Seville); Mezquita; Medina Azahara; Alhambra; Capilla Real (Granada).
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, festivals and events, sports and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, the background of flamenco, recommended books and a useful language section.
Make the Most of Your Time on Earth with The Rough Guide to Andalucia.
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 and 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, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
The fully updated The Rough Guide to California is the definitive guide to the most visited state in the US. Now is a great time to visit: 2017 is the 50th anniversary of San Francisco's Summer of Love; the Wizarding World of Harry Potter has burst onto the scene at Universal Studios, and LA also boasts cool new contemporary art museum The Broad; there's been an explosion of microbreweries across the state; countless hiking trails beckon at Yosemite National Park and the backcountry wilderness of Sierra Nevada; whilst Historic Route 66 still offers all the kitsch Americana and romance of the open road.
Discover California's highlights with beautiful photography, easy-to-use maps, and more listings and information than ever before. The Rough Guide to California contains fun and adventurous itineraries, author recommendations for where to stay and eat, savvy lists of hotspots, and heaps of practical advice to help you whatever your budget. Make the most of every minute of your trip with The Rough Guide to California.
Discover these culture-rich destinations with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market.
Whether you plan to go on the beer crawl to end them all, a devoted art pilgrimage - think Ghent's medieval masterpieces and the Magritte connection in Brussels - or an exploration of the Ardennes' wildest reaches, The Rough Guide to Belgium & Luxembourg will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way.
Inside The Rough Guide Belgium and Luxembourg
- Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the backstreets of Brussels or the war sites of the Ypres Salient without needing to get online.
- Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography.
- Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Belgium and Luxembourg's best sights and experiences.
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed regional coverage - whether off the beaten track or in more mainstream tourist destinations, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered include: Brussels; Flanders; Antwerp and the northeast of Belgium; Hainaut and Wallonian Brabant; the Ardennes; and Luxembourg.
Attractions include: Ostend beach; Pairi Daiza zoo and gardens; the Menin Gate, Ieper; Vianden Castle, Luxembourg; Musee Herge, Louvain-la-Neuve; MAS Museum, Antwerp; and Bouillon castle.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, entry requirements and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, books and Belgian art, plus a handy language section and glossary.
Discover Paris with the most incisive and in-the-know guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to stroll along the Seine, sip apéritifs at classy left-bank cafés or browse modern art at the Palais de Tokyo, The Rough Guide to Paris will show you ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
Inside The Rough Guide to Paris
- Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit, with options to suit every budget.
- Full-colour maps throughout - navigate the medieval lanes of the Quartier Latin or the Marais's swanky shopping streets without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational images
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organize your trip.
- Detailed city coverage - whether in the city centre or out in the suburbs, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way.
Areas covered: the islands; the Marais; the Quartier Latin; St-Germain; Montparnasse; Montmarte; Disneyland Paris. Attractions include: Eiffel Tower; Musée Rodin; Puces de St-Ouen; Pompidou Centre; Notre-Dame; Père-Lachaise; Musée Picasso; Musée d'Orsay; Fondation Louis Vuitton; Sainte-Chapelle; Berges de Seine; Place des Vosges.
- Listings chapters - from accommodation to clubs and live music, plus festivals, events and Paris for children.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media, living in Paris, health, bike tours, boat trips, public holidays and more.
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.
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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 and 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, and an award-winning website. We pride ourselves on our accurate, honest and informed travel guides.
Discover the city that never sleeps with the most incisive and entertaining guidebook on the market. Whether you plan to climb the Statue of Liberty, walk the High Line or visit a jazz club in Harlem, The Rough Guide to New York City will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.
Inside The Rough Guide to New York City
- Independent, trusted reviews written in Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, to help you get the most out of your visit.
- Full-colour maps throughout and a handy city plan - navigate the backstreets of the Meatpacking District or Brooklyn's artsy Williamsburg without needing to get online.
- Stunning, inspirational images Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of New York's best sights and experiences.
- Itineraries - carefully planned routes to help you organise your trip.
- 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. Areas covered include: the Harbor Islands; the Financial District; Tribeca; Soho; Chinatown; Little Italy; Nolita; Lower East Side; the East Village; the West Village; Chelsea; the Meatpacking District; Union Square; Gramercy Park; the Flatiron District; Midtown East; Midtown West; Central Park; the Upper East Side; the Upper West Side; Morning side Heights; Harlem; north Manhattan; Brooklyn; Queens; the Bronx; Staten Island. Attractions include: the Metropolitan Museum of Modern Art; the Statute of Liberty; the Empire State Building; 9/11 Museum; Grand Central; Museum of Modern Art; the High Line; the Whitney Museum of American Art.
- Listings - honest and insightful reviews of all the best places to stay, eat, drink and shop, with options to suit every budget, along with the latest on New York's clubs, live-music venues, theatres, galleries and LGBT scene, plus in-depth sections on the city's sports and outdoor activities, festivals and events, and children's attractions.
- Basics - essential pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, the media; tourist information; entry requirements and more
- Background information - a Contexts chapter devoted to history, books and film.