With some of the finest collections in the world, London's museums and galleries alone are worthy of a trip to England's capital. With the expertise of several art historians, this book offers just the sort of insider knowledge of the art, as well as the buildings that house it, that allow insight into the broad history of a collection. With new listings of acclaimed commercial galleries and reviews of museum restaurants (some of which have become destinations in their own right), this is the perfect guide for anyone who desires a comprehensive understanding of a city's art. Color diagrams, maps, and floor plans; 40 color photographs.

Blue Guide Museums and Galleries of London (Travel Series)

Godfrey-Faussett, Charles

Barber, Tabitha

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This twelfth edition by art historian Paul Blanchard covers some of the most-renowned towns and cities in the world, focusing on the artists, architects, and patrons who contributed to their country's legacy. With detailed walks through parts of the most stunning landscape in Europe and up-to-date information on festivals, where to stay, and what to eat, Blue Guide Northern Italy is a perfect guide for anyone interested in getting the most out of their stay. Color floor plans and maps, 50 color

Blue Guide Northern Italy: From the Alps to the Adriatic (Travel Series)

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Blanchard, Paul.

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In expert fashion Blue Guide Florence covers the range of what this extraordinary city―the cradle of the Renaissance―offers to travelers: from singular museums and galleries to beautifully, meticulously built churches, to some of the most breathtaking walks and finest food in the region. From Brunelleschi's Duomo to the magnificent Boboli gardens, Florence reveals a fascinating history―of intrigue, patronage, and art. Color diagrams, floor plans, and maps; 40 color photographs.

Blue Guide Florence (Travel Series)

MACADAM, ALTA

"Often plagiarized by other guide writers, Blue Guides have always been a gold standard for accuracy and depth."―Daily Telegraph. The best, most comprehensive guide to one of the world's most intriguing cities. With detailed walking tours and helpful guides to the abundance of art, this is an essential guide for anyone interested in an in-depth view of Rome. Color photographs, maps, floor plans, diagrams

Blue Guide Rome: Ninth Edition (Travel Series)

"Often plagiarized by other guide writers, Blue Guides have always been a gold standard for accuracy and depth."―Daily Telegraph Boasting serious art and architecture in Rimini and Urbino, and cuisine inspired by the varied and excellent local produce, the Marche offers a fine balance of history and culture. With excellent up-to-date information on what to do and see, the first edition of Blue Guide The Marche is a wonderful introduction to the region. Color photographs, maps, floor plans, diagrams

Blue Guide The Marche (Travel Series)

Grady, Ellen

"Often plagiarized by other guide writers, Blue Guides have always been a gold standard for accuracy and depth."―Daily Telegraph Revised and extensively updated, Blue Guide Sicily offers an in-depth history of this historically rich destination. Ellen Grady offers a comprehensive overview of Sicily―from what to see and where to eat to detailed analyses of individual museum pieces. Color photographs, maps, floor plans, diagrams

Blue Guide Sicily (Travel Series)

"Often plagiarized by other guide writers, Blue Guides have always been a gold standard for accuracy and depth."―Daily Telegraph Southwest France is an increasingly popular destination for people who want to steep themselves in the tranquility afforded by the country's landscape. Delia Gray-Durant carefully takes us through this unforgettable area, offering detailed information on everything from art and architecture to where to stay and the best festivals to attend. Color photographs, maps, floor plans, diagrams

Blue Guide Southwest France (Travel Series)

Gray-Durant, Delia

Increasingly, southern Italy is becoming a major European destination, not surprising given what it has to offer: the ruins of Pompeii, the island of Capri, the wild scenery of the Abruzzo, the beautiful villages of the Ionian coast, the Romanesque architecture of Puglia, and vibrant Naples. With everything you need to know, from the best places to stay to the museums that cannot be missed as well as exquisite lesser-known sights, the eleventh edition is an essential guide. Color photographs, floor plans, maps, diagrams

Blue Guide Southern Italy (Travel Series)

Venice has been one of the world's leading destinations for the cultural traveler since the eighteenth-century Grand Tour: a romantic setting, rich in art history, created by a republic that was stable and prosperous for a thousand years. The eighth edition offers the curious traveler invaluable information on everything from art and architecture to places to stay. Color photographs, floor plans, maps, diagrams

Blue Guide Venice: Eighth Edition (Travel Series)

A fully updated guide to the City of Light, with not-to-be-missed information and guidance on Paris's incredible variety of art and architecture, history and culture, all of which are brilliantly described in this fully updated edition. Color photographs, floor plans, maps, diagrams

Blue Guide Paris (Travel Series)

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