Pocket Rough Guide Bruges and Ghent (Travel Guide) by Rough Guides

Pocket Rough Guide Bruges and Ghent (Travel Guide) by Rough Guides

Discover these picture-perfect Belgian cities with the most incisive and entertaining travel guide on the market. You can take this handy, pocket-sized book out with you anywhere, any time. Whether you plan to admire medieval Flemish art and modern masterpieces, explore on foot, by bike or canal boat, or simply track down the best beer and chocolate, Pocket Rough Guide Bruges and Ghent will show you the ideal places to sleep, eat, drink, shop and visit along the way. - Perfect for short trips - compact and concise, with all the practical info you'll need for a few days' stay. - Free pull-out map, as well as full-colour maps throughout - navigate Ghent's bustling centre or criss-cross Bruges' canals without needing to get online. - Things not to miss - Rough Guides' rundown of Bruges and Ghent's unmissable sights and experiences. - Itineraries - carefully planned days and weekends - Independent, trusted reviews written with Rough Guides' trademark blend of humour, honesty and insight, with options to suit every budget. - Stunning images - a rich collection of inspiring colour photography. - Detailed island coverage - whether visiting the big sights or venturing off the tourist trail, this travel guide has in-depth practical advice for every step of the way. Chapters cover each neighbourhood in depth, with all the sights and the best of the nearby shops, cafés, restaurants, bars and clubs. - Areas covered include: Bruges; Damme and Ghent. - Attractions include: Bruges: The Belfort, Groeninge Museum, Begijnhof. Onze Lieve Vrouwekerk, Sint Janshospitaal, Heilig Bloed Basiliek, Minnewater; Ghent: St Niklaaskerk, Design Museum, Museum voor Schone Kunsten, The Adoration of the Mystic Lamb (on display in Sint-Baafskathedraal), SMAK (Museum of Contemporary Art), and many more. - Day-trips - venture away from the towns to the village of Damme or the World War I battlefields of Flanders. - Essentials - crucial pre-departure practical information including getting there, local transport, health, tourist information, festivals and events, and more. - Background information - an easy-to-use chronology, plus a handy language section and glossary.

Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides.

Sarah Hull grew up in Massachusetts, which means she can use expressions like wicked awesome without getting embarrassed. She has been a contributor to Rough Guides for more than five years, working on the USA and Boston guides as well as a number of the 25 Ultimate Experiences books. When she's not on the hunt for the world's best cupcake, she is in the New York State Supreme Court reporting on corporate shenanigans and celebrity lawsuits.

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ISBN 13	9780241325124
ISBN 10	0241325129
Title	Pocket Rough Guide Bruges and Ghent (Travel Guide)
Author	Rough Guides
Series	Pocket Rough Guides
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	APA Publications
Year published	2018-10-01
Number of pages	176
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