Rough Guides City Stories: Rome Seasons

See Rome with Fresh Eyes - Your Year-Round Companion for Curious Newcomers and Return Visitors Alike. Forget what you think you know about Rome. City Stories: Rome Seasons is not your typical travel guide to Rome - it's an atmospheric and deeply personal journey through one of Europe's most storied cities. Whether it's your first or tenth visit, this guide reveals the historic atmosphere, modern quarters and cultural contrasts that define the Italian capital across the seasons. Written by a Rough Guides author who explored every location herself, this is your invitation to experience a more authentic, surprising side of Rome. Beautifully designed and full of inspiration, it's also the perfect gift book for Rome lovers. - A Guide That Moves With the Seasons - Explore Rome through the year - each chapter captures the city's mood, from springtime markets and summer aperitifs on rooftops to cinematic autumns and Christmas festivities. - Made for Newcomers and Return Travellers - Whether you're a first-time visitor or searching for a Rome travel guide for repeat travellers, this book helps you uncover the city's unexpected layers through walks, quirky experiences, unexpected corners, and stories. - Written by a Rough Guides Author Who's Been There - This isn't a second-hand list of recommendations - every place was personally visited by the author. Expect honest, practical insights. - A Refreshing Alternative to Traditional Travel Guides - Forget generic itineraries. This Rome guide focuses on lived experience, off-the-beaten-path discoveries, and the vivid contrasts that make this city fascinating. - Discover the City Seasonally - From strolling around ancient monuments in springtime sunshine to pasta-making as the nights draw in, each season brings its own unique atmosphere, traditions and surprising moments. - A Thoughtful Gift and Timeless Keepsake - With its elegant design and enduring charm, this book makes a beautiful present for Rome-lovers. See Rome differently - one season, one story, one wander at a time. Add City Stories: Rome Seasons to your shelf, suitcase or gift list, and discover a city that's constantly shifting, always ready to reveal something new.