Frommer's Rome

by Darwin Porter

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Insider advice on avoiding the crowds as you explore some of Rome's greatest gems, from the Trevi Fountain to the Vatican. Plus tips for navigating the Eternal City's lovely but less-traveled neighboring towns, like Tivoli and Ostia. Where to find the absolute best gelato, the most extensive wine lists, a sidewalk table nearby, and the finest pasta from Emilia-Romagna--and, of course, how to snag a great hotel room in high season so you can enjoy it all. Insightful commentary on Rome's dazzling array of art and architectural masterpieces, from the Pantheon and Colosseum to the glories of St. Peter's. Opinionated reviews. No bland descriptions and lukewarm recommendations. Our expert writers are passionate about their destinations--they tell it like it is in an engaging and helpful way. Exact prices listed for every establishment and activity--no other guides offer such detailed, candid reviews of hotels and restaurants. We include the very best, but also emphasize moderately priced choices for real people. User-friendly features including star ratings and special icons to point readers to great finds, excellent values, insider tips, best bets for kids, special moments, and overrated experiences.

Genres: Travel

288 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Darwin Porter (1937-) is an American travel writer, producing numerous titles, mostly for the Frommer guidebook series, over a 50-year career span.

Reviews

[Young Kim]

It is more than a guide book; starting with the Introduction each description's like a piece of literature that puts vivid images in your head.

Personally, I had fun taking pictures through the sites to post in my old blog with descriptions from the book matching with each picture.

Especially when it comes to historical sites the book offers many maps and well-organized courses to follow through, but no images of the sites you are about to see with your own eyes. The book pushes you to imagine yourself which happens to be the best advantage you get from reading written texts instead of watching images.

At some places you will feel like you've already been there before you actually get there. The book gives you a rare chance of time travel making you feel like you are lost walking into downtown Rome during the ancient, medieval and Renaissance times.

It is literally the best travel guide book for anyone who are in history and literature as well as for those who love to read and make your own images of certain things or places before you get to see them with your own eyes.

[Riley]

book.

[Sarah]

"Read" = "glanced through and became really excited to go to Rome" Our trip is planned for us, so I didn't get to use the guides and tips.