This Italy guidebook, perfect for travellers planning longer trips, is written by Insight Guides' destination experts. It blends detailed coverage of local history, culture and places to visit with the visual appeal of an illustrated magazine, packed with enticing photos that will inspire excitement for your travels. Printed on eco-friendly paper for sustainability. In this Italy travel guidebook, you will find: Top Attractions and Editors' Choice - must-visit highlights including Lake Como, Ancient Rome, The Dolomites, Tuscan Spas, Le Cinque Terre, Florence, Truffles in Alba, Venice, The Amalfi Coast, showcasing the best of what Italy has to offer In-depth coverage of attractions - detailed narrative descriptions of sites and hidden gem destinations, all organised by geographical location When to go to Italy - guidance on the perfect times to visit, with details on the high and low seasons, climate and festivals Practical travel information - essential advice on logistics, including getting there, moving around, budgeting tips, dining and shopping Insider recommendation - top tips on beating the crowds, saving money and finding the best local spots Engaging essays thoughtful features on the country's history, culture, contemporary life and politics give a deeper understanding High-quality maps - detailed maps, featuring must-see places organised by number and corresponding to text Striking pictures - inspirational photography on every page Colour-coded chapters - each chapter is assigned a unique colour, aiding in easy navigation Free download of eBook - after purchasing the printed guidebook, you'll also have access to a free download of the eBook Coverage includes: Rome, Venice, The Veneto, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Trentin-Alto Adige, Milan, Lombardy, The Lakes, Piedmont Valle d'Aosta and Liguria, Emilia Romagna, Florence, Tuscany, Umbria and the Marches, Abruzzo and Molise, Naples, Campania, Puglia, Basilicata, Calabria, Sicily, Sardinia.