The Rough Guide to the Italian Lakes: Travel Guide with eBook

by Rough Guides, Ros Belford

Overview

Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to Italian Lakes, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility.

Inside this Italian Lakes travel book, you'll find:

• Regional deep dive – coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one
• Itinerary samples – designed for various durations and interests
• Practical information – tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more
• Expert recommendations – insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities
• Seasonal tips – when to go to Italian Lakes, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip
• Must-See pick – a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Lake Como, Franciacorta vineyards, shopping in Milan, opera in Verona, Orta San Giulio (Lake Orta), historic lakefront villas, The Last Supper, taking a boat ride, waterfront cafés, Mantua, Bergamo Alta, Isole Borromee (Lake Maggiore)
• Navigational maps – colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment
• Cultural insights – engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of Italian Lakes
• Language essentials – a handy Italian dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals
• Inspiring travel photography – full-colour pictures capture the essence of Italian Lakes, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust
• Bonus eBook – Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide
• Coverage includes: Milan, Lake Orta, Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, Bergamo, Lake Iseo, Brescia, Cremona, Lake Garda, Verona, Mantua

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781835292082
Publisher:	Apa Publications
Publication date:	07/01/2025
Series:	Rough Guides Main Series
Edition description:	7th ed.
Pages:	320
Product dimensions:	5.10(w) x 7.80(h) x 0.00(d)

About the Author

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.




Ros Belford co-authored the first edition of the Rough Guide to Italy, and has since written and broadcasted extensively about Italy and the Mediterranean. She lives in Cambridge and spends as much time as she can in Siracusa and on the Aeolian island of Salina.