CENTRAL ITALY WITH ROME AND FLORENCE

The essential companion to this phenomenal city, "The Rough Guide Map Athens" pin-points the best the city has to offer, from the spectacular Acropolis and the National Archieological Museum to the flee markets of Monastiraki. The best shopping streets, pedestrian zones and major buildings are all edged in different colours to make them easier to find. The useful ''Time Map'' charts the opening days and times of all the city''s sights and the map''s detailed transport information will help you make the most of the city''s taxis, buses and trams. It is an unbeatable combination of practicality and clarity printed on waterproof, rip-proof paper.