Books by Rough Guides

An entertaining and insightful guide for visitors to Sri Lanka, with recommended itineraries and guidance on the best things to do catering to a range of tastes.

This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Madeira. It covers top attractions like Funchal, Monte, Jardim Botânico and Pico do Arieiro, as well as hidden gems, including Curral das Freiras, São Vicente and Ponta do Pargo. This will save you time and enhance your exploration of this fascinating country. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to Madeira covers: Funchal, Funchal Old Town, Monte, Curral das Freiras, Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, Calheta, São Vicente, Quinta do Palheiro, Porto Moniz, Pico do Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, Santana, Machico, Ponta de São Lourenço, Porto SantoIn this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Madeira, from cultural explorations in Funchal to family activities in child-friendly places, like Parque Temático do Madeira or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Porto Santo. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS Covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Jardim Botânico, Palácio de São Lourenço, Cabo Girão and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring MadeiraHISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and cultureWHAT TO DODetailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way aroundPRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONPractical information on Eating Out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURESInspirational colour photography throughoutFREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

Additions and new editions to the series of destination guides, combining trusted independent reviews with itineraries and evocative images.

"Expert advice, independent reviews, best places to stay, eat, drink & shop" -- Cover.

Now is the time to explore Iceland - tourism is booming and your kroona will go further than you think. The Rough Guide to Iceland shows you the very best this exceptional country has to offer: from the party capital, Reykjavik, with its white nights and northern lights, to the newest volcanic hotspots at Holuhraun and Eyjafjallajokull. Come eye to eye with the giants of the deep on a whale watching tour, take a dip in the geothermal waters of the Blue Lagoon, or hike to the isolated highland valley of orsmork. This sixth edition of The Rough Guide to Iceland includes stunning full-colour photos to inspire your travels through this vivid country of lavafields and bubbling mudpools, detailed maps to help you on your way and expert background on everything from smoked salmon to sagas. With the budget-conscious Rough Guide in your hand, you'll soon realise that Iceland - from its transport to accommodation and food - isn't as expensive as you might have thought. Make the most of your trip with The Rough Guide to Iceland.

Discover the best of The Peak District with this compact, practical, entertaining Pocket Rough Guide with a free eBook. This slim, trim treasure trove of trustworthy travel information is ideal for travellers on short trips, and covers all the key sights such as Buxton, Castleton and Bakewell, restaurants, shops, cafes and bars, plus inspired ideas for day-trips, with honest independent recommendations from expert authors. This guide book has been fully updated post-COVID-19. The Pocket Rough Guide THE PEAK DISTRICT covers: Buxton, Bakewell, Castleton, Bollington, Hathersage and Derwent Reservoir. Inside this travel guide you will find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to The Peak District, from off-the-beaten-track adventures near Hathersage to family activities in child-friendly places, like Matlock Bath or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Bakewell. INCISIVE AREA-BY-AREA OVERVIEWSCovering Padley Gorge, the Nine Ladies Stone Circle and more, the practical Places section provides all you need to know about must-see sights and the best places to eat, drink, sleep and shop. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESThe routes suggested by Rough Guides' expert writers cover top attractions like the Peak Cavern and Thor's Cave, and hidden gems like Ladybower Reservoir and Mam Tor. DAY-TRIPSVenture further afield to Bakewell or Chatsworth House. This tells you why to go, how to get there, and what to see when you arrive. HONEST INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, our expert writers will help you make the most of your trip to The Peak District. COMPACT FORMATPacked with pertinent practical information, this is a convenient companion when you're out and about exploring the Heights of Abraham. HANDY PULL-OUT MAPWith every major sight and listing highlighted, the pull-out map makes on-the-ground navigation easy. ATTRACTIVE USER-FRIENDLY DESIGNFeatures fresh magazine-style layout, inspirational colour photography and colour-coded maps throughout. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPSIncludes invaluable background information on how to get to The Peak District, getting around, health guidance, tourist information, festivals and events, plus an A-Z directory and a handy language section and glossary. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all the content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

This practical travel guide to Florida features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This Florida guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make Florida easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to Florida has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide to FLORIDA covers: Miami, the Florida Keys, the Everglades, the southeast, Sarasota and the southwest, Orlando and Disney World, the northeast, Tampa Bay and the northwest and the Panhandle. Inside this Florida travel guide you'll find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Florida, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in Florida's northwest coast to family activities in child-friendly places, like Sanibel Island or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Florida Keys. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including Florida entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESIncludes carefully planned routes covering the best of Florida, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGEClear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this Florida travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCALTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for sunbathing, kayaking or soaking up local history.. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISSRough Guides' rundown of Orlando, Tallahassee, Tampa and Miami's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to Florida, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this Florida guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATIONComprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to Florida features fascinating insights into Florida, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHYFeatures inspirational colour photography, including the stunning South Beach and the spectacular Everglades. COLOUR-CODED MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in downtown Miami, downtown Jacksonville and many more locations in Florida, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to Florida allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.

This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Belgrade. It covers top attractions like Kalemegdan Fortress, the Museum of Yugoslavia and the Royal Palaces at Dedinje as well as hidden gems, including Cetinjska. This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This title has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to Belgrade covers: Old Town, Knez Mihailova and Studentski Trg, Belgrade's 'Montmartre', Trg Republike, Dorcol, Skadarlija, The wider city centre, Vracar, Savamala, The southern outskirts: Dedinje, New Belgrade and Zemun, Ada CiganlijaIn this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Belgrade, from cultural explorations in Belgrade Old Town to family activities in child-friendly places, like the Kalemegdan Fortress complex and Belgrade Zoo or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like Belgrade's 'Montmartre'. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS Covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including the Museum of Yugoslavia, the Royal Compound, Topcider Park and the Church of St Sava and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions. COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Belgrade. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTSIncludes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture. WHAT TO DODetailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities. PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around Belgrade. PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATIONPractical information on eating out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURESInspirational colour photography throughout. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all the content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Rome. It covers top attractions like the colosseum, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain as well as hidden gems, including Campo de' Fiori and the Carlo Bilotti Modern Art Collection. This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This title has been fully updated post-COVID-19. This Mini Rough Guide to Rome covers: Piazza Venezia and Capitoline Hill, Ancient Rome, Centro Storico, Spanish Steps and Tridente, the Trevi Fountain and Quirinale, Villa Borghese, the Vatican, Trastevere, the Aventine and Testaccio, Monti and Esquilino and further afield In this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLERExperiences selected for every kind of trip to Rome, from cultural explorations in Testaccio to family activities in child-friendly places, like Villa Borghese or or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Spanish Steps.TOP TEN ATTRACTIONSCovers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Villa Borghese Park, Villa D'Este and the Sistine Chapel, and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestionsCOMPACT FORMAT>HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS>WHAT TO DO>PRACTICAL MAPS>PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION>STRIKING PICTURES>FREE EBOOKFree eBook download with every purchase of a printed book to access all the content from your phone or tablet for on-the-road exploration.

This practical travel guide to England features detailed factual travel tips and points-of-interest structured lists of all iconic must-see sights as well as some off-the-beaten-track treasures. Our itinerary suggestions and expert author picks of things to see and do will make it a perfect companion both, ahead of your trip and on the ground. This England guide book is packed full of details on how to get there and around, pre-departure information and top time-saving tips, including a visual list of things not to miss. Our colour-coded maps make England easier to navigate while you're there. This guide book to England has been fully updated post-COVID-19 and it comes with a free eBook. The Rough Guide to ENGLAND covers: London, the Southeast, Hampshire, Dorset, Wiltshire, Oxford, the Cotswolds, Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Devon, Cornwall, East Anglia, West Midlands, Peak District, East Midlands, Northwest, Cumbria, Lake District, Yorkshire, Northeast. Inside this England travel guide you'll find:RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to England, from off-the-beaten-track adventures in the North York Moors or Lake District to family activities in child-friendly places, like Devon and Cornwall or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like London or Manchester. PRACTICAL TRAVEL TIPS Essential pre-departure information including England entry requirements, getting around, health information, travelling with children, sports and outdoor activities, food and drink, festivals, culture and etiquette, shopping, tips for travellers with disabilities and more. TIME-SAVING ITINERARIESIncludes carefully planned routes covering the best of England, which give a taste of the richness and diversity of the destination, and have been created for different time frames or types of trip. DETAILED REGIONAL COVERAGEClear structure within each sightseeing chapter of this England travel guide includes regional highlights, brief history, detailed sights and places ordered geographically, recommended restaurants, hotels, bars, clubs and major shops or entertainment options. INSIGHTS INTO GETTING AROUND LIKE A LOCALTips on how to beat the crowds, save time and money and find the best local spots for shopping, eating, hiking and cycling.. HIGHLIGHTS OF THINGS NOT TO MISSRough Guides' rundown of Liverpool, Brighton, York, Durham and Oxford's best sights and top experiences helps to make the most of each trip to England, even in a short time. HONEST AND INDEPENDENT REVIEWSWritten by Rough Guides' expert authors with a trademark blend of humour, honesty and expertise, this England guide book will help you find the best places, matching different needs. BACKGROUND INFORMATIONComprehensive 'Contexts' chapter of this travel guide to England features fascinating insights into England, with coverage of history, religion, ethnic groups, environment, wildlife and books, plus a handy language section and glossary. FABULOUS FULL COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHYFeatures inspirational colour photography, including the stunning Peak District and the spectacular Dartmoor wilderness. COLOUR-CODED MAPPINGPractical full-colour maps, with clearly numbered, colour-coded keys for quick orientation in Cambridge, Oxford, Birmingham, Bristol and many more locations in England, reduce the need to go online. USER-FRIENDLY LAYOUT With helpful icons, and organised by neighbourhood to help you pick the best spots to spend your time. FREE EBOOK Free eBook download with every purchase of this guide book to England allows you to access all of the content from your phone or tablet, for on-the-road exploration.