DK Italy

Make your trip to Italy extraordinaryMarvelling at the ruins of the Roman Empire. Cycling around Tuscany’s vineyard-cloaked hills. Indulging in world-famous regional cuisines. Italy offers enough bucket-list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings Italy to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country’s buildings and neighbourhoods. You'll discover:- our pick of Italy's must-sees and top experiences- beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of Italy- the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay- detailed maps and walks which make navigating the region easy- easy-to-follow itineraries- expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe- colour-coded chapters to every part of Italy- a lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you goOnly visiting Rome, Venice or Naples? Try our DK Rome, DK Venice or DK Naples and the Amalfi Coast travel guides.

Live la dolce vita and explore Italy’s hidden gems, must-sees, and top experiences.

Whether you want to explore the evocative ruins of an ancient empire, go wine tasting in Tuscany, or sip espresso and watch the world go by on one of the magnificent piazzas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Italy has to offer.

Inside the pages of this Italy travel guide, you’ll discover:

• Our pick of Italy’s best spots to eat, drink, shop, and stay
• Detailed maps and walks make navigating the city easy
• Easy-to-follow itineraries to help you plan your trip
• Expert advice and travel tips to help you get ready, get around, and stay safe
• Color-coded chapters to every part of Italy, from Venice to Rome, and Sicily to Sardinia
• Available in a handy format that is lightweight and portable

Embark on a Latin adventure

Tick Italy off your bucket list and see the best that this culture-rich nation has to offer - from its rich natural beauty to sumptuous food and wine. This updated travel guide combines expert-led insights and detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights with stunning imagery to bring Italy to life.

With more UNESCO World Heritage Sites than anywhere else on Earth, there is no better place to experience the glories of European art and architecture. Witness the refined Renaissance churches of Florence, bask on the unspoiled beaches of Puglia, or ski the spectacular slopes of the Dolomites. There is something for everyone!

DK Eyewitness Italy has been updated regularly to make sure the information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.

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