''The Rough Guide to Rome'' is the ultimate travel guide to this captivating city, with the kind of key tips and coverage you would expect from a locally-based friend. You'll find smart, lively coverage of all the major sights, plus off-the-beaten track parts of the city that other guides miss out. This is the book tells you what you really want to know about Rome, highlighting lots of local favourites - the best places to eat and the finest places to star-spot or just enjoy the view. The guide also includes thorough, personal reviews of all the best accommodation, including a new crop of designer and boutique hotels, and the full lowdown on Rome's rapidly changing and burgeoning nightlife. ''The Rough Guide to Rome'''s food coverage and restaurant recommendations include a mixture of classic Roman options and modern international cuisine, with something for every taste - just like the guide itself. It gives the practical knowledge you need to avoid the queues, save money and make the most from your stay; whilst stunning photography brings this extraordinary city to life and easy-to-use maps, marked with all the sights, hotels, restaurants and bars, help you get around. Make the most of your time on earth with ''The Rough Guide to Rome''.