Rick Steves' Italy 2009

Rick Steves

Avalon Travel, 2008 - Travel - 895 pages

Marvel at the works of Michelangelo and Bernini in St. Peter’s Basilica, hike through Europe’s largest high-alpine meadow in Alpe di Siusi, and enjoy a slice of Pizza at it’s birthplace in Naples—Rick Steves’ Italy 2009 allows any traveler to experience all that the country has to offer—economically and hassle-free. Rick covers it all in his bestselling guidebook, from the must-see sights in Venice, Florence, and Rome, to the lesser-known destinations in the Italian Riviera and the Dolomites. Offering information on Italian history and culture, as well as expert advice on accommodations, transportation, and dining, Rick Steves’ Italy 2009 is the benchmark of European guidebooks.

What people are saying

Review: Rick Steves' Italy 2013

User Review  - Brian Lueck - Goodreads

This is the book I am using as the main reference for our Italian vacation.

Review: Rick Steves' Italy 2007

User Review  - Kristen - Goodreads

This book was pretty good. It gave me a lot of insight so I could prepare for the trip. And I also brought along the Rome at Night Walking tour with us. The map isn't excatly precise, so we got lost a ...

About the author

Rick Steves is on a mission: to help make European travel accessible and meaningful for Americans. Rick has spent 100 days every year since 1973 exploring Europe. He's researched and written 24 travel guidebooks and hosts the public television series "Rick Steves' Europe," now in its seventh season. He also organizes and leads tours of Europe and offers an information-packed website (www.ricksteves.com). Rick lives in Edmonds, WA, just north of Seattle, with his family.

Bibliographic information

• Title: Rick Steves' Italy 2009; RICK STEVES' ITALY; Rick Steves Series
• Author: Rick Steves
• Publisher: Avalon Travel, 2008
• ISBN: 1598801163, 9781598801163
• Length: 895 pages
• Subjects: Travel / Europe / Italy