Venice & the Veneto - Rough Guides

Whether you plan to explore the world's first Ghetto, take a stroll around Burano or voyage out to far-flung Torcello, The Rough Guide to Venice & the Veneto will show you the perfect places to explore, sleep, eat, drink and shop along the way.

-Detailed regional coverage: provides in-depth practical information for every step of every kind of trip, from intrepid off-the-beaten-track adventures, to chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas.

-Regions covered include: San Marco, Dorsoduro, San Polo and Santa Croce, Cannaregio, Central Castello, Eastern Castello, The Canal Grande, the northern islands, the southern islands, Padua and the southern Veneto, Vicenza, Verona and around, and the northern Veneto.

-Honest independent reviews: written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, and recommendations you can truly trust, our writers will help you get the most from your trip to Venice & the Veneto.

-Meticulous mapping: always full colour, with clear numbered, colour-coded keys. Navigate the Canal Grande, Dorsoduro and many more locations without needing to get online.

-Fabulous full-colour photography: features a richness of inspirational colour photography, including the distinguishing 99m-high Campanile bell tower - the tallest structure in the city - and the breathtaking town of Bassano del Grappa, its vibrant 12th century buildings reflecting back at themselves in the shimmering river below.

Things not to miss: Rough Guides' rundown of Venice, the Veneto and Verona's best sights and top experiences.

Itineraries: carefully planned routes will help you organise your trip, and inspire and inform your on-the-road experiences.

-Basics section: packed with essential pre-departure information including getting there, getting around, accommodation, food and drink, health, the media, festivals, sports and outdoor activities, culture and etiquette, shopping and more.

-Background information: comprehensive Contexts chapter provides fascinating insights into Venice & the Veneto, with coverage of history, Venetian painting, sculpture and architecture and books, plus a handy language section and glossary.