---

The most readable introduction available to the sights and attractions of one of the greatest cities on earth.

Everything you need to know about Rome´s iconic landmarks, ancient buildings, and distinctive neighborhoods - as well as the inside track on the best of the city´s restaurants, wine bars, shops, markets, and much more - is presented in a full-color, user-friendly format with dozens of beautiful photos and color-coded maps.

Step foot inside the Colosseum, explore the Piazza Navona, visit the miraculous Sistine Chapel, and stroll through the streets with a gelato in hand. With expert history and background on the art and architecture, and features on the best places for Roman pizza, the city´s best hotel bars, and cutting-edge cuisine, The Rough Guide to Rome has everything you need to make the most of your stay. There´s no better single-volume guide to Rome.

Make the most of your time with The Rough Guide to Rome.

Series Overview: For more than thirty years, adventurous travelers have turned to Rough Guides for up-to-date and intuitive information from expert authors. With opinionated and lively writing, honest reviews, and a strong cultural background, Rough Guides travel books bring more than 200 destinations to life. Visit RoughGuides.com to learn more.

---

Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It´s priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.

---