Now more than ever, you can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you
really need to know when traveling through Central Europe. From
romantic cities steeped in history to the stunning slopes of the Alps,
get to know this exciting slice of Europe: with Rick Steves on your
side, Central Europe can be yours! Inside Rick Steves Central Europe
you'll find:
- Fully updated comprehensive coverage on the Czech Republic,
Poland, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria, and Slovakia, plus side trips to
Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Bulgaria, and Romania
- Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time
and money, with rankings of his must-see favorites
- Top sights and hidden gems, from the cobbles of bustling
Bratislava, to country roads winding through the Julian Alps, to the
striking chapels and cathedrals of Prague's Castle Quarter
- How to connect with culture: Bask in the energy of Kraków's Main
Square Market, sample local wines from Hungarian vintners, or soak in
the steamy thermal baths in Budapest
- Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with
Rick's candid, humorous insight
- The best places to eat, sleep, and relax
- Self-guided walking tours of lively neighborhoods and historic
museums
- Detailed neighborhood maps for exploring on the go
- Useful resources including a packing list, phrase books,
historical overviews, and recommended reading
- Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing
without weighing you down
Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Eastern
Europe!