Weekend in A series of compact guidebooks, dealing with Italy"s most beautiful locations, ideally suited for a long weekend or a short stay. A smart way to transform even the shortest vacation into a grand one. Itineraries. Four carefully chosen itineraries, each with its own original map, and full info on the main monuments and museums, opening hours included. All the obligatory sights, plus some new entries, so as to experience Florence in full. Shopping. Finding something genuinely Florentine in a tourist destination like Florence is no mean feat. This guide offers a careful selection of artisans, herbalists, bookshops, fashion boutiques and historic shops, where splurging can be still a rewarding experience. Restaurants and cafes. From the grand restaurants that have made Florentine cuisine famous the world over, to the taverns and tripe stalls serving snacks to be eaten in the street, plus a fine selection of trattorias and wine bars, cafes and...