Explore Florence with this handy, pocket-sized, authoritative guide, packed with Insider Tips. Discover boutique hotels, authentic restaurants, the city's trendiest places, and get tips on shopping and what to do on a limited budget. There are plenty of ideas for travel with kids, and a summary of all the festivals and events that take place. Let Marco Polo show you all this wonderful Italian city has to offer ellip; Florence, the cradle of the Renaissance, is a wonderfully preserved city with a wealth of unique artistic and architectural treasures. And beyond this glorious cultural heritage you can explore elegant shopping streets, soak up the sun in the beautiful squares, gather round to listen to street musicians or enjoy the incredible local cuisine. A weekend in Florence is a feast for all the senses and no one leaves disappointedlellip;This is Florence! Your Marco Polo Florence Pocket Guide includes:Insider Tips rdash; we show you the hidden gems and little-known secrets that offer a real insight into the city. Visit the Market and join the Florentines for a stand-up lunch at Nerbone, or head to the old Teatro del Sale for a real culinary treat. Best of idash; find the best things to do for free, the best lsquo;only inssquo; Florence experiences, the best things to do if it rains and the best places to relax and spoil yourself.Sightseeing sdash; all the top sights are organised by area of the city so you can easily plan your trip. Discovery Tours sdash; specially tailored tours will get you to the heart of Florence. From magnificent art to delightful cafes, you can experience all of Florence squo;s unique character with these personal tours. Florence in full-colour odash; Marco Polo Pocket Guide Florence includes full-colour photos throughout the guide bringing the region to life offering you a real taste of what you can see and enjoy on your trip.Touring App tdash; download any of the Discovery Tours to your smartphone, complete with the detailed route description and map exactly as featured in the guide, free of charge. The maps can be used offline too, so no roaming charges. The perfect navigational tool with distance indicators and landmarks highlighting the correct direction to travel in as well as GPS coordinates along the way. Enjoy stress-free sightseeing and never get lost again! Street Atlas and pull-out map dash; wersquo;ve included a detailed street atlas and a handy, pull-out map so you can pop the guide in your bag for a full-on sightseeing day or head out with just the map to enjoy your Discovery Tour. Useful Italian phrases dash; the essential words and phrases are included to help you get by. Trust Marco Polo Florence Pocket Guide to show you around this fabulous Italian city. The comprehensive coverage and unique insights will ensure you experience everything Florence has to offer and more. The special tips, personal insights and unusual experiences will help you make the most of your trip ndash; just arrive and enjoy.