Rome For Dummies^®, 1st Edition

by Bruce Murphy; Alessandra de Rosa

• ISBN13: 9780471943488
• ISBN10: 0471943487
• Format: eBook
• Copyright: 2006-05-01
• Publisher: For Dummies

Summary

When in Rome, do as the Romans do-enjoy life! Take in the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel. The Coliseum, where you can walk a subterranean corridor that was once the passageway for gladiators and animals. Incredible museums, art, and sculpture. Rome enshrines centuries of history amid an atmosphere of modern vitality. From ancient ruins to nightlife hot spots, this friendly guide helps you experience it all, with information on: Figuring out the neighborhoods and getting around Shopping department stores, the market, or neighborhood specialty shops Great souvenirs, ranging from antique prints to cardinal socks Optional, more specialized itineraries, including Rome for Architecture Lovers and Rome for Michelangelo Lovers Five day trips, including Tivoli with its villas and The Castelli Romani and their Italian wines Like every For Dummies travel guide, Rome For Dummies includes: Down-to-earth trip-planning advice What you shouldn't miss-and what you can skip The best hotels and restaurants for every budget Handy Post-it Flags to mark your favorite pages

Table of Contents

Introduction

Introducing Rome

Discovering the Best of Rome

Digging Deeper into Rome

Deciding When to Go

Planning Your Trip to Rome

Managing Your Money

Getting to Rome

Catering to Special Travel Needs or Interests

Taking Care of the Remaining Details

Settling into Rome

Arriving and Getting Oriented

Checking In at Rome's Best Hotels

Dining and Snacking in Rome

Exploring Rome

Discovering Rome's Best Attractions

Shopping the Local Stores

Following an Itinerary: Five Great Options

Going Beyond Rome: Five Day Trips

Living It Up after Dark: Rome's Nightlife

Applauding the Cultural Scene

Hitting the Clubs and Bars

The Part of Tens

Non Capisco: The Top Ten Expressions You Need to Know

Ten Great Roman Artists

From Antique Prints to Cardinal Socks: The Best Roman Souvenirs

Quick Concierge

Glossary of Italian Words and Phrases

Index

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