From the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta: with Rick Steves on your side, Italy can be yours! InsideRick Steves Italy 2018you'll find:Comprehensive coveragefor planning a multi-week trip to ItalyRick's strategic adviceon how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from the Colosseum and Michelangelo's David to corner trattorias and that perfect scoop of gelatoHow to connect with local culture:Savor a delicious plate of cacio e pepe, discover the relaxed rhythms of sunny Cinque Terre, or chat with fans about the latest soccer match (calico, to locals)Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist trapswith Rick's candid, humorous insightThebest places to eat, sleep, and experience la dolce far nienteSelf-guided walking toursof lively neighborhoods and museumsVital trip-planning tools, like how to link destinations, build your itinerary, and get from place to placeDetailed maps, including afold-out mapfor exploring on the goUseful resourcesincluding a packing list, Italian phrasebook, a historical overview, and recommended readingOver 1, 000 bible-thin pagesinclude everything worth seeing without weighing you downAnnually updated informationon 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 moreMake the most of every day and every dollar withRick Steves Italy 2018.Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check outRick Steves Best of Italy. Spending a week or less in a city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Guides to Florence, Rome, Venice, and the Cinque Terre. | Rick Steves Italy 2018, Paperback | Indigo Chapters