From the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta: with Rick Steves on your side, Italy can be yours! Inside
Rick Steves Italy 2019
you'll find:
Comprehensive coverage
for planning a
multi-week trip
to Italy
Rick's strategic
advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites
Top sights and hidden gems
, from the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David to corner trattorias and that perfect scoop of gelato
How to connect with local culture
: Walk in Caesar's footsteps of through the ruins of the Forum, discover the relaxed rhythms of sunny Cinque Terre, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match (
calcio
, to locals)
Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps
with Rick's candid, humorous insight
The best places to eat, sleep, and experience
la dolce far niente
Self-guided walking tours
of lively neighborhoods and incredible museums
Vital trip-planning tools
, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to place
Detailed maps
, including a
fold-out map
for exploring on the go
Useful resources
including a packing list, Italian phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading
Over 1,000 bible-thin pages
include everything worth seeing without weighing you down
Annually updated information
on Venice, Padua, The Dolomites, Lake Country, Milan, Italian Riviera, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Hill Towns of Central Italy, Siena, Tuscany, Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and much more
Make the most of every day and every dollar with
Rick Steves Italy 2019.
Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out
Rick Steves Best of Italy
. Want to explore off-the-beaten-path Italy instead? Pick up
Rick Steves Sicily
.