Rick Steves Best of Europe

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you need to know to experience the Best of Europe. In this guide, Rick covers the best of England, France, Germany, England, Italy, the Netherlands, Spain, and Switzerland.

You’ll find a mix of big cities and inspiring landscapes, including:
London, Paris, Rome, Venice, Florence, Berlin, Munich, Amsterdam, and Barcelona
The Cinque Terre, Provence, the French Riviera, the Rhine Valley, and the Berner Overland

Rick Steves Best of Europe features:

Everything in Full-Color—Dazzling photos and helpful planning maps.
Best of Europe Itineraries—Suggestions for planning the perfect trip, based on Rick’s expert advice for what’s worth your time and what you can skip.
Rick’s Tips—Helpful hints for key sights and experiences, organized so you quickly learn what you need to know. You’ll love how much these simple tips help make your trip smooth and stress-free!
Authentic Experiences—Leave the tourist traps behind and enjoy real, cultural experiences and opportunities to connect with local people.
Plus Practicalities—Essential eating, sleeping, and transportation information is neatly arranged to be ready when you need it.

Rick Steves has spent 100 days every year since 1973 exploring Europe. Rick produces a public television series (Rick Steves' Europe), a public radio show (Travel with Rick Steves), and an app and podcast (Rick Steves Audio Europe); writes a bestselling series of guidebooks and a nationally syndicated newspaper column; organizes guided tours that take thousands of travelers to Europe annually; and offers an information-packed website (RickSteves.com). With the help of his hardworking staff of 80 at Rick Steves' Europe, Inc.—in Edmonds, Washington, just north of Seattle—Rick's mission is to make European travel fun, affordable, and culturally broadening for Americans.