Book excerpt: This pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering what to do, what to see and how to get around Rome. It covers top attractions like the colosseum, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain as well as hidden gems, including campo de' Fiori and the Carlo Bilotti Modern Art Collection. This will save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. This Mini Rough Guide to Rome covers: Piazza Venezia and Capitoline Hill, Ancient Rome, Centro Storico, Spanish Steps and Tridente, the Trevi Fountain and Quirinale, Villa Borghese, the Vatican, Trastevere, the Aventine and Testaccio, Monti and Esquilino and further afield In this travel guide you will find: RECOMMENDATIONS FOR EVERY TYPE OF TRAVELLER Experiences selected for every kind of trip to Rome, from cultural explorations in Testaccio to family activities in child-friendly places, like Villa Borghese or or chilled-out breaks in popular tourist areas, like the Spanish Steps. TOP TEN ATTRACTIONS Covers the destination's top ten attractions not to miss, including Villa Borghese Park, Villa D'Este and the Sistine Chapel, and a Perfect Day itinerary suggestions COMPACT FORMAT Compact, concise, and packed with essential information, with a sharp design and colour-coded sections, this is the perfect on-the-move companion when you're exploring Rome. HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL INSIGHTS Includes an insightful overview of landscape, history and culture WHAT TO DO Detailed description of entertainment, shopping, nightlife, festivals and events, and children's activities PRACTICAL MAPS Handy colour maps on the inside cover flaps will help you find your way around PRACTICAL TRAVEL INFORMATION Practical information on Eating Out, including a handy glossary and detailed restaurant listings, as well as a comprehensive A-Z of travel tips on everything from getting around to health and tourist information. STRIKING PICTURES Inspirational colour photography throughout