Rick Steves

Cross the Alps in a cable car, cruise Lake Geneva, and tour a medieval château: with Rick Steves, Switzerland is yours! Inside Rick Steves Switzerland you'll find:Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring SwitzerlandRick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favoritesTop sights and hidden gems, from bustling Zürich to the cozy small-town atmosphere of AppenzellHow to connect with culture: Chat with friendly Swiss locals at a mountain retreat, swim in the alpine waters of the Aare River, and treat yourself to delicious cheese fondueBeat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insightThe best places to eat, sleep, and relax over wine and Swiss chocolateSelf-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and mountain townsDetailed maps for exploring on the goScenic railroad journeys such as the Golden Pass, Gotthard Panorama Express, Bernina Express, Glacier Express, and ChurUseful resources including a packing list, German, French, and Italian phrase guides, a historical overview, and recommended reading, plus tips for visiting Switzerland in the winterOver 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downComplete, up-to-date information on Zürich, Luzern, Central Switzerland, Bern, Murten, Avenches, Gimmelwald and the Berner Oberland, Zermatt and the Matterhorn, Appenzell, Lausanne, Château de Chillon, Montreux, Gruyères, Lugano, Pontresina, Samedan, St. Moritz, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Switzerland.

With Rick Steves, Rothenburg and the Rhine are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Germany includes:- Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more in Rothenburg and the Rhine, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps- Top sights and local experiences: Tour breathtaking Neo-Gothic churches and hike to riverside ruins. Cruise along the Rhine past castles and vineyards, or take the scenic route through quaint countryside villages on the Romantic Road. Cheers with locals over a pint in a biergarten, and enjoy a hearty meal of bratwurst or schnitzel- Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Rothenburg & the Rhine is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond Rothenburg and the Rhine? Pick up Rick Steves Germany for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

With Rick Steves, the Scottish Highlands are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Scotland includes:- Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the Highlands' best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips for how to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps- Top sights and local experiences: Follow the Speyside Whisky Trail, cut through the Cairngorms, and kayak across Loch Lomond. Hike the craggy landscapes, hop a ferry to the Isle of Skye, or watched kilted athletes test their strength in the Highland Games- Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on track- Full coverage of Oban & the Inner Hebrides, Glencoe & Fort William, Inverness & Loch Ness, the Isle of Skye, and moreWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Scottish Highlands is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond the Highlands? Pick up Rick Steves Scotland for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

With Rick Steves, Edinburgh is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Scotland includes:- Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Edinburgh's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps- Top sights and local experiences: Visit ancient Edinburgh Castle and stroll the Royal Mile, uncover Scottish history at the National Museum of Scotland, or hike to the peak of Arthur's Seat for incredible views of the city. Go on a literary pub tour, sample whisky at a tasting, and tap your foot to traditional folk music at a local favorite spot- Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on track With selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Edinburgh is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond Edinburgh? Pick up Rick Steves Scotland for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

From the craggy beauty of the Scottish Highlands to cosmopolitan London, Great Britain is yours to discover with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Great Britain you'll find: ·Comprehensive coverage for spending two weeks or more exploring England, Wales, and Scotland ·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 Stonehenge and Shakespeare's Globe Theatre to whisky distilleries and corner pubs ·How to connect with culture: Try haggis or a Scotch pie, catch a show in SoHo, or chat with locals in a cozy Welsh tavern ·Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight ·The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a pint ·Self-guided walking tours of charming villages, historic sites, and museums ·Detailed maps throughout, plus a handy fold-out map for exploring on-the-go ·Useful resources including a packing list, a historical overview, and recommended reading ·Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down ·Complete, up-to-date information on London, Windsor, Cambridge, Bath, Glastonbury, Wells, Avebury, Stonehenge, Salisbury, South Wales, the Cotswolds, Stratford-upon-Avon, Ironbridge Gorge, Liverpool, the Lake District, York, Durham and Northeast England, Conwy, Caernarfon, Snowdonia National Park, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Stirling, St. Andrews, Oban and the Inner Hebrides, Glencoe and Fort William, Inverness, Loch Ness, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Great Britain.

Stroll Lisbon's cobbled lanes, cruise the Douro River, and soak up the sun on Algarve beaches: experience Portugal with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Portugal you'll find:* Comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Portugal* 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 bone chapel of Évora and the palaces of Sintra to seaside street food and lush vineyards* How to connect with culture: Chat with friendly locals over a glass of vinho verde, enjoy a dinner of fresh seafood stew, or spend an evening at a bluesy fado bar* Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight* The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of local port* Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and historic museums* Detailed maps for exploring on the go* Useful resources including a packing list, a Portuguese phrase book, a historical overview, and recommended reading* Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down* Complete, up-to-date information on Lisbon, Sintra, Salema, Cape Sagres, Lagos, Tavira, Évora, Nazaré, Batalha, Fátima, Alcobaça, Óbidos, Coimbra, Porto, Peso de Régua, Pinhão, and moreMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Portugal.

With Rick Steves, Northern Ireland is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Ireland includes: ·Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more in Northern Ireland, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps ·Top sights and local experiences: Tour the Dunluce Castle or Giant's Causeway along the Antrim Coast, spend a day marveling at zoology specimens and ancient treasures at the Ulster Museum in Belfast, and contemplate Derry's political murals ·Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Northern Ireland is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring further? Pick up Rick Steves Ireland for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information.

With Rick Steves, Dublin is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Ireland includes: ·Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Dublin's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps ·Top sights and local experiences: Uncover Irish history at the Kilmainham Gaol or view the Book of Kells in the Trinity Old Library. Stroll down lively O'Connell Street, tap your foot to traditional folk music, and embark on a pub crawl for a taste of the local nightlife ·Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Dublin is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond Dublin? Pick up Rick Steves Ireland for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

With Rick Steves, Naples and the Amalfi Coast are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Italy includes: ·Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the Amalfi Coast's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps ·Top sights and local experiences: See ancient art at Naples' Archaeological Museum or travel back in time at the Pompeii Forum. Relax on the beach in Positano, go for a cliffside stroll along the coast, or feast on pizza where the dish was first created ·Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Naples & the Amalfi Coast is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond the Amalfi Coast? Pick up Rick Steves Italy for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

With Rick Steves, central Italy is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Italy includes: ·Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more in central Italy's hill towns, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps ·Top sights and local experiences: Uncover Etruscan history in the beautifully preserved town of Voltera or relax while wine tasting in Montepulciano. Take a romantic stroll along Orvieto's ramparts, peruse medieval towers in San Gimignano, and indulge in delicious pici in Siena ·Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Hill Towns of Central Italy is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Expanding your trip? Pick up Rick Steves Italy for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

With Rick Steves, Milan and the Italian lakes are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Italy includes: ·Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Milan and the nearby lakes' best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps ·Top sights and local experiences: Tour Milan's Duomo, marvel at The Last Supper, and enjoy a night at the opera. Relax in the sleepy village of Varenna, stroll through the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, or check out the museums in Sforza Castle ·Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Milan & the Italian Lakes District is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond Milan? Pick up Rick Steves Italy for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

Sip, savor, and get the most out of every bite with Rick Steves! With this fun and practical guide to eating well in Italy, you'll:* Indulge in the best of Italy's cuisine, from tantalizing antipasti and saucy pastas to luxurious gelato* Get a taste of the coffee culture and vibrant wine scene* Discover what to eat where with food and wine specialties from the country's 20 regions* Find lists of Rick's favorite restaurants in every region* Follow Rick's tips to find restaurants for any budget, smartly navigate the menu, and decipher the check* Hurdle the language barrier with the ultimate Italian food glossary* Enjoy full-color, inspiring photos throughout* Commemorate your culinary adventures with a foldout souvenir poster mapRick Steves and co-author Fred Plotkin have devoted decades to traveling through Italy. In this book, they pass along those lessons to you. Appreciate good food the way Italians do with Rick Steves Italy for Food Lovers.

With Rick Steves, Normandy is yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves France includes:* Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Normandy's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps* Top sights and local experiences: Visit the Big Clock in Rouen that dates back to the Renaissance, and see the famed Bayeux Tapestry. Pay your respects at the D-Day beaches, and cross the causeway towards the towering Mont St. Michel. Savor creamy Camembert, sip fresh local cider, or take a bike ride through the countryside* Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Normandy is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond Normandy? Pick up Rick Steves France for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

With Rick Steves, Nice and the French Riviera are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Provence & the French Riviera includes:* Rick's first-hand, up-to-date advice on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more in Nice and the French Riviera, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps* Top sights and local experiences: Explore medieval town centres and admire the works of Chagall and Matisse. Relax on seafront promenades and pebble beaches, stroll the yacht-filled harbours, and drive scenic coastal roads.* Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on track With selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Nice & the French Riviera is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Extending your trip? Try Rick Steves Provence & the French Riviera. Exploring more of France? Pick up Rick Steves France for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential planning information.

With Rick Steves, Sevilla, Granada, and Andalucía are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Spain includes:* Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more in Granada, Sevilla, Córdoba, Andalucía, and Spain's southern coast, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps* Top sights and local experiences: Explore the lush gardens of the Alhambra in Granada and dance the Flamenco in Sevilla. Sample authentic tapas, visit the great mosque of Córdoba, and meander down winding streets in search of the best sangria* Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Sevilla, Granada & Andalucia is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring more of Spain? Pick up Rick Steves Spain for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential planning information.

With Rick Steves, Madrid and Toledo are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from Rick Steves Spain includes:* Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice on Madrid and Toledo's best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps* Top sights and local experiences: Visit the masterpieces of the Prado Museum, explore the Royal Palace, or admire the magnificent Toledo Cathedral. Chat with locals at lively tapas bar and sip authentic vermouth. Wander the medieval town of Ávila or take a rowboat through the lush Retiro Park* Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours to keep you on trackWith selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, Rick Steves Snapshot Madrid & Toledo is truly a tour guide in your pocket. Exploring beyond Madrid and Toledo? Pick up Rick Steves Spain for comprehensive coverage, detailed itineraries, and essential information for planning a countrywide trip.

Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Germany. From fairy-tale castles and alpine forests to quaint villages and modern cities: experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Germany you'll find:* Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for planning a multi-week trip through Germany* 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 towering Zugspitze and jagged Alps to rustic villages and delicious strudel* How to connect with local culture: Stroll through a Cristkindlemarkt around Christmas, chat with fans about the latest fussball match, or kick back in a biergarten* Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight* The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a Berliner Weisse in hand* 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* Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down* Coverage of Munich, Bavaria, Tirol, Salzburg, Berchtesgaden, Baden-Baden, the Black Forest, Rothenburg, Würzburg, Frankfurt, Rhine Valley, Mosel Valley, Trier, Cologne, Nürnburg, Lutherland, Leipzig, Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, and more* Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth tripMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Germany. Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Germany.

Inside Rick Steves Venice you'll find:* Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Venice* 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 St. Mark's Basilica and the Rialto Bridge to the charming city of Padua* How to connect with local culture: Say "buongiorno" to the fish mongers at the morning market, snack on chicchetti at a local wine bar, and people-watch on a sunny piazza* Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight* The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a scoop of gelato* Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and museums, plus a Grand Canal Cruise tour* Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go* Over 400 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down* Complete, up-to-date information on the San Marco District, Santa Croce, Cannaregio, and more, with side trips to Padua, Vicenza, Verona, and Ravenna* Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth tripMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Venice. Spending less than a week in the city? Check out Rick Steves Pocket Venice!

Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Italy. From the Mediterranean to the Alps, from fine art to fine pasta, experience it all with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Italy you'll find:* Fully updated, 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 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 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* Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you downvCoverage of Venice, Padua, the Dolomites, Lake Country, Milan, the Italian Riviera, Florence, Pisa, Lucca, Hill Towns of Central Italy, Siena, Tuscany, Rome, Naples, Pompeii, Capri, the Amalfi Coast, and much more* Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth tripMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Italy. Planning a one- to two-week trip? Check out Rick Steves Best of Italy.

Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when traveling through Barcelona. Ramble down Las Ramblas, relax on Mediterranean beaches, and marvel at the sweeping curves of Gaudí's architecture with Rick Steves! Inside Rick Steves Barcelona you'll find: ·Fully updated, comprehensive coverage for spending a week or more exploring Barcelona ·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 Gaudí's mind-bending Sagrada Família and the colorful Picasso museum to cozy bars with vermouth on tap ·How to connect with local culture: Join hands with locals in a traditional sardana dance, chat with fans about the latest fútbol match, or meander down winding streets in search of the best tapas ·Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight ·The best places to eat, sleep, and relax with a glass of cava ·Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods, museums, and cathedrals ·Detailed neighborhood maps and a fold-out city map for exploring on the go ·Complete, up-to-date information on Las Ramblas, Barri Gòtic, El Born, Eixample, Montjuïc, and more, as well as day trips to Montserrat, Figueres, Cadaqués, and Sitges ·Covid-related travel info and resources for a smooth tripMake the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Barcelona. Spending just a few days in the city? Try Rick Steves Pocket Barcelona.