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The publisher says: The Rough Guide to Paris provides accounts on the classic must-see sites like the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre, as well as delving deeper and allowing you to discover the less clichéd and commercial side of the city, such as the atmospheric streets of the Marais. Packed with practical, perceptive reviews and hand-picked listings of bars, restaurants, accommodation and more; the authors' recommendations and expert local knowledge will inspire you to experience the best places to eat, stay and party whatever your budget. The guide provides all the info needed to explore every corner of Paris, with individual themed detailed sections, from how to keep the kids' entertained to making the most of the Gay and Lesbian side of Paris. Covering daytrips from the city there are sections on Disneyland Paris, the famous historical city of Versailles, beautiful Monet's Garden at Giverny and more.

Details:
Title: The Rough Guide to Paris (11th edition)
Publisher: Rough Guides
Pub. date: Jan. 7, 2008
Authors: Ruth Blackmore, James McConnachie
Paperback; 439 pages
List price: $18.99
ISBN-10: 1843539926
ISBN-13: 978-1843539926

The publisher says: Whether you fancy sampling some bloody royal history at the Tower of London or indulging in strawberries and cream at Wimbledon, The Rough Guide to London is the definitive insider's handbook to one of Europe's most exciting cities. A full-color section introduces many of London's highlights with expert coverage of all the sights, from Buckingham Palace and the Houses of Parliament to lively Covent Garden and the refurbished South Bank. The guide includes comprehensive information on every corner of the city from swanky Kensington and Chelsea to trendy Clerkenwell and Hoxton and right out to Windsor. You'll find detailed accounts of all the palaces, museums and galleries, big and small, and why they're worth (or not worth) visiting as well as two new color sections on the Thames and London for free. There are up-to-date reviews of many of the capital's hotels and restaurants and specialist sections on nightlife, the gay and lesbian scene and classical arts, all written by London-based experts. From Oxford Street to Camden Market, the guide comes complete with detailed information of the capital's best shopping spots, plus maps and plans for every area.

Details:
Title: Rough Guide to London (7th revised edition)
Publisher: Rough Guides
Pub. date: Jan. 7, 2008
Author: Rob Humphreys
Paperback; about 640 pages
List price: $19.99
ISBN-10: 1843539233
ISBN-13: 978-1843539230