Moon Rome, Florence & Venice

by Alexei J. Cohen

Overview

Experience world-famous art, stroll romantic streets, and savor the flavors of Italy's top cities. Inside Moon Rome, Florence & Venice you'll find:

• Flexible itineraries for 1 to 5 days in Rome, Florence, and Venice that can be combined into a longer trip
• Strategic advice for foodies, art lovers, history buffs, and more
• Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Cycle the Borghese park on a sunny day, learn classic Italian recipes in a cooking class, and admire masterworks by Bernini, Botticelli, and Caravaggio. Hike to sprawling hilltop views of Florence, meander through historic museums, or catch the Gregorian chants being sung at the Duomo on a Sunday morning. Stroll through Venice's fish markets, rent a kayak and explore the winding canals, and bask in the afternoon sun as you sip Negroni on a piazza
• The best local flavors: From pizza al taglio, fritto misto, and mouthwatering pastas to seasonal vegetables and fresh seafood delicacies, get to know each city's unique culinary scene
• Ideas for side trips, including Assisi, Siena, Pisa, and Lucca
• Expert insight from American'turned-Roman Alexei Cohen on his adopted home country
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout
• Background information on the landscape, history, and cultural customs of each city
• Handy tools such as visa information, an Italian phrasebook, and tips for traveling with children

Experience la dolce vita at your own pace with Moon Rome, Florence & Venice.

Exploring more of Italy? Try Moon Milan & the Italian Lakes or Moon Amalfi Coast. For more of Europe's best cities, check out Moon Prague, Vienna & Budapest.
 

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Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781640494671
Publisher:	Avalon Publishing
Publication date:	08/03/2021
Series:	Travel Guide
Edition description:	3rd ed.
Pages:	456
Sales rank:	391,645
Product dimensions:	5.40(w) x 7.40(h) x 0.80(d)

About the Author

Alexei J. Cohen was born in New York City and learned the joy of travel at an early age. He got his first passport at 6 months old and spent childhood holidays exploring rural France. He fell in love with Italy by chance, and married an Italian after graduating from Carnegie Mellon University. Today he lives on the outskirts of Rome with his wife and two children, where he writes about Italy and shares his passion with travelers.

You can follow him on Twitter (@alexeicohen), or meet him in person at monthly gatherings in Rome to talk about all things Italy and swap experiences with fellow Italophiles.

Table of Contents

Discover Rome, Florence & Venice 6

16 Top Experiences 10

Planning Your Trip 20

Dining and Drinking at Fresco 22

Best of Rome, Florence & Venice 25

That's Amore 26

Monumental Architecture 30

Remarkable Views 32

Rome 37

Orientation and Planning 42

Itinerary Ideas 46

Sights 50

Food 84

Nightlife and Entertainment 103

Shopping 112

Activities and Recreation 121

Accommodations 129

Information and Services 136

Transportation 140

Day Trips 145

Between Rome and Florence 151

Florence 164

Orientation and Planning 166

Itinerary Ideas 171

Sights 175

Food 202

Nightlife and Entertainment 221

Shopping 228

Activities and Recreation 237

Accommodations 243

Information and Services 249

Transportation 252

Day Trips 256

Between Florence and Venice 268

Venice 275

Orientation and Planning 280

Itinerary Ideas 284

Sights 288

Food 318

Nightlife and Entertainment 332

Shopping 343

Activities and Recreation 351

Accommodations 357

Information and Services 362

Transportation 363

Day Trips 368

Background 383

History 383

Art and Architecture 390

The Landscape 396

Government and Economy 398

People and Culture 401

Essentials 403

Transportation 403

Visas and Officialdom 410

Food 412

Shopping 416

Accommodations 417

Conduct and Customs 419

Health and Safety 421

Travel Tips 423

Tourist Information 429

Resources 431

Glossary 431

Italian Phrasebook 432

Suggested Reading 435

Suggested Films 437

Internet and Digital Resources 439

Index 441

List of Maps 449