The Tuscany & Florence Essential Guide is 144 pages of full color travel information, tips, maps and more. The new cover format includes an expansion flap on both front and back covers. Cover 2 and its facing page and cover 3 with its facing page will depict frequently used maps throughout the region. The expansion flaps make these maps bigger and more detailed than the competition. The cover appearance has been created with a distinctive new design while still allowing the new formats to integrate with existing titles on the shelf. Each title now has an atlas integrated into the body of the book, up to 32 more pages of detailed, full color atlas maps - no need to carry those extra maps! A street level index also makes using all those maps quick and easy.This guide covers both cities including the cities proper and various outer areas including Alpi Apuane, Chiant, Monte Amiata, Siena, Fiesole, Pisa and more. Regional and street level maps assist travelers with planning and getting around both cities and their many streets and plazas and also the public transportation systems. Points of interest include the Piazza del Campo, Cappelle Medicee, the David, Museo di San Marco, the Rocco and many others. Specific attractions covered within these two cities are many museums, parks, environmental areas, historical sites, shopping centers, entertainment areas and more. "The 10 Essentials" tells travelers with less time to see Michelangelo's David, take an evening stroll by the Arno Bridges, enjoy an al fresco lunch, visit Santa Croce and San Gimignano along with other Essential must-sees.Sections in the Essential Guide series titles include:Viewing - covering historical timelines and happenings, local features and weather, the essence of the locale, famous people and other data such as transportation, monies, etc. (~12 pgs)The 10 Essentials - If you have limited time in the city/country, these are the 10 things you shouldn't miss (1 pg)The Top Ten - The Top Ten points-of-interest not to miss with detailed descriptions and photos (~10 pgs)What to See - Broken down by city or region, gives detailed information and maps on What to See (~ 60 pgs)Drive / Walk - scattered throughout the What to See section are recommendations for Drive trips or Walk toursWhere to: Eat and Drink, Stay, Shop, Take Children and Be Entertained - Five great sections providing descriptions, photos and lots of details on restaurants, lodgings and shopping. And for those traveling with kids there are Take Children activities specially targeted to their interests. Entertainment for you or the family can be found in Be Entertained. Practical Matters - Tips, lists, guidelines for planning, packing and preparation. Also on currency, weather, travel documents, airports, customs, time zones, driving signs, electricity, telephones, hospitals and health cautions, clothing sizes and more! Read Less