Lonely Planet Rome: City Guides - Couverture souple

If all the world's a stage, Rome must be its top-billing act. The city's legendary art and architecture form a dazzling backdrop to the drama of contemporary Roman life. This smart, streetwise and stylish guide gives you front-row access to all that this spectacular city has to offer.

- DISCOVER ROME INSIDE & OUT in-depth descriptions of the city's top attractions and excursions into Lazio
- POUND THE PAVEMENT - plot a course from the Vatican to the Appian Way with our detailed walking tours
- FEAST LIKE AN EMPEROR - pander to your passion for pasta with insider's reviews of the very best places to eat
- STAY IN STYLE at charming pensioni or grand hotels with unforgettable views
- INDULGE IN RETAIL THERAPY -- bargain finds in bustling markets and designer threads in chichi boutiques

A timeless city built by saints and emperors, Rome's grandeur awes and inspires. Be conquered by the greatness of the Pantheon, St Peter's or the Roman Forum, discover seemingly forgotten frescoes and ancient mosaics or amble through sun-drenched piazzas and indulge yourself at Rome's best geloterie. Choose your own Roman adventure with this stylish guide by our resident author. Full-colour maps : make navigating the cobbled alleys and remote quarters of Rome easy. Art and architecture : the lowdown on the most notable monuments and hidden galleries. Best day trips : all the practical information you need to explore beyond the centre. Discerning reviews : from designer restaurants to family-run trattorias, we'II take you to the best of this gastronomic heartland.