Florence

Whether travelers are planning their city break in advance or want instant guidance exploring, Cadogan City Guides are the ideal companions. They provide a truly accessible way into the heart of a city, with a unique introductory full-color section packed with ideas for days out and itineraries and extensive, cross-referenced maps with all listings clearly marked (the fullest listings of any city guide available). They also include a wealth of engaging cultural and historical knowledge, along with anecdotes and colorful stories written in the enthusiastic, informed, personal way for which Cadogan is renowned.Renowned Italy experts Dana Facaros and Michael Pauls take travelers to the heart of Florence, the legendary treasure chest of Tuscany that attracts 2.5 million international visitors every year. The guide explores the architectural treasures that draw pilgrims from all over the world to the unforgettable Duomo, the grand civic space of the Piazza della Signoria, the richly frescoed Santa Croce, and the Uffizi -- home of an unsurpassable art collection. It features the latest listings of hotels, bars and nightclubs, stylish boutiques, and places to sample hearty Tuscan cooking -- where connoisseurs can mourn their waistline afterwards. For travelers who want to know more of this fascinating region, there are side trips to medieval Siena, Pisa (for its famous tower), and the charming walled city of Lucca.