Venice: The Purple Guide

Venice is revealed district by district in this pocket-sized travel companion to the most romantic city in the world. Introductory pages for each chapter offer a range of options for dining, sightseeing, shopping, and touring. In-depth information includes high-quality maps, details on local artisans, Carnevale and other Venetian festivals, interesting historical notes, and the author's favorite destinations, which all help readers discover the real city and avoid tourist Venice. The unparalleled restaurant section has all entries personally verified by a Venetian chef.