Book excerpt: Whether you want to wander through the ruins of the Roman Forum, gaze up at the spectacular ceiling of the Sistine Chapel or taste the world-famous food in the markets of Campo de' Flori, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Rome has to offer. An eternal city fusing ancient wonders with a modern metropolis, Rome brings history to life like nowhere else. Grab an espresso and immerse yourself in the iconic city streets, navigating cobbled alleyways and popular piazzas. Or stroll through the leafy expanses of Villa Borghese and unwind with a wine on a pavement café. Our updated guide brings Rome to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the city's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. DK Eyewitness Rome is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Rome you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of Rome's must-sees and hidden gems - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money - Colour-coded chapters to every part of Rome, from the Capitol to Trastevere, Campo de' Fiori to the Vatican - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay - Detailed maps and walks to help you navigate the region country easily and confidently - Covers: Capitol, Forum and Palatine, Piazza della Rotonda, Piazza Navona, Piazza di Spagna and Villa Borghese, Campo de' Fiori, Quirinal and Monti, Esquiline, Lateran, Caracalla, Aventine, Trastevere, Janiculum, Vatican, Via Veneto, Beyond the Centre Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness Italy. Want the best of Rome in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 Rome. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.