Lonely Planet Experience Italy

This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Italy travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences from skipping the crowds for an off-the-beaten-path stroll around Rome's lesser-known cultural treasures, to eating your way through downtown Palermo's vibrant street-food scene, and taking the ultimate road trip through Tuscany's fairy-tale vineyards.

Build a one-of-a-kind trip with insider knowledge from local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventure. Easy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interests, while vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Italy bring the country to life. Get the insider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy views, plus connect with local traditions and trends through fun insights from discovering tales behind Rome's great art to experiencing the new generation of contemporary trattorias.

Packed with practical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to pack. QR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secrets. Covers Rome, Turin, Piedmont & Cinque Terre, Milan & the Lakes, Venice & the Veneto, Ski Escape to the Dolomites, Emilia-Romagna, Florence & Tuscany, Naples & the South, Sicily, and Sardinia.