Inhalt: Whether you want to visit the Colosseum in Rome, go designer shopping in Milan, or take a gondola ride in Venice, the local Fodor's travel experts in Italy are here to help! Fodor's Best of Italy guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has an easy-to-read layout, fresh information, and beautiful color photos. Fodor's Best of Italy travel guide includes: An illustrated ultimate experience guide to the top things to see and do; Multiple itineraries to effectively organize your days and maximize your time; More than 40 detailed maps an a free pull-out map to help you navigate confidently; Color photos throughout to spark your wanderlust!; Honest recommendations from locals on the best sights, restaurants, hotels, nightlife, shopping, performing arts, activities, and more; Photo-filled "Best of" features on The Best Museums in Rome, Architectural Wonders in Venice, Best Hilltop Villages in Tuscany, and more; Trip-planning tools and practical tips including when to go, getting around, beating the crowds, and saving time and money; Historical and cultural insights providing rich context on the local people, art, architecture, cuisine, wine, music, geography and more; Special features on The Sistine Chapel, Cruising the Grand Canal, and Who's Who in Renaissance Art; Local writers to help you find the under-the-radar gems; Italian language primers with useful words and essential phrases; Up-to-date coverage on: Rome, Vatican City, Venice, Milan, Verona, Florence, Tuscany and Umbria, and more.