Gregarious and sophisticated, Madrid is also Spain's political and economic hub. The Spanish capital is a city of barrios, or quarters, each of which revels in its own individuality. Be inspired to visit by the brand new Insight Guide Explore Madrid, the ideal pocket companion for your trip: a full-colour guide containing easy-to-follow routes around the city. Inside Explore Madrid: Discover the city's unique attractions, from the world-class museums of the Prado and the Museo de Arte Reina Sofia to the green oasis of the Parque del Buen Retiro. Experience el tapeo, the 'tapas crawl' and Madrid's fascinating nightlife. Insight's trademark cultural coverage sets the routes in context, with introductions to Madrid's cuisine, entertainment and nightlife, shopping and key historical dates. Our recommended places to eat and drink are highlighted in each route, with even more suggestions in the directory section, which also contains a wealth of useful practical information including a range of carefully selected accommodation to suit all budgets. Pull-out map with useful plotted routes. Evocative photography captures Madrid's royal architecture and sophisticated cultural life. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine

Barcelona is a bustling, vibrant city with plenty to do and see, from a tour of the iconic Nou Camp, to a stroll down Las Ramblas, to relaxing on one of its famous beaches. Insight Guide Explore Barcelona is the ideal pocket companion for your trip: a full-colour guide containing 12 easy-to-follow routes around this fascinating city. Inside Explore Barcelona: Discover the lively nightlife and bustling daytime of this proud, Catalan city. Insight's trademark cultural coverage sets the routes in context, with introductions to Barcelona's cuisine, entertainment options, wealth of activities on offer and key historical dates. Our recommended places to eat and drink are highlighted in each route, with even more suggestions in the directory section, which also contains a wealth of useful practical informationincluding a range of carefully selected accommodation to suit all budgets. Pull-out map with useful plotted routes. Evocative photography captures Barcelona's stunning architecture, including Gaudi's masterpiece, the Sagrada Familia. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides has over 40 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as picture-packed eBooks to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture together create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure. 'Insight Guides has spawned many imitators but is still the best of its type.' - Wanderlust Magazine

Insight City Guides: all you need to inspire every step of your trip. This newly updated edition of Insight City Guide Barcelona is ideal for travellers seeking immersive cultural experiences - In-depth on history and culture: enjoy special features on Modernisme, fiestas and markets, all written by local experts - Innovative extras = incredible value, and unique in the market. Content overview: -in-depth on history and culture -invaluable maps, travel tips and practical information ensure effortless planning -inspirational colour photography throughout -inventive design makes for an engaging reading experience

The largest of the Balearic archipelago, Mallorca has a little bit of everything: from the history of its capital Palma and the nightlife of Magaluf, to the beaches at Santa Ponsa and the walks and hikes at Mondrago National Park. Insight Guide Explore Mallorca is a fully updated title, which is the ideal pocket companion for your trip: a full-colour guide containing the best routes around the island. Inside Explore Mallorca: � Discover the parts of the island that best suit your interests, with a series of carefully planned routes. � Experience the best the island has to offer, from the charismatic capital of Palma, to the beaches of Palma Nova, to the stunning hiking and walking trails inland. � Insight's trademark cultural coverage sets the routes in context, with introductions on the Balearic's cuisine, entertainment options and a wealth of activities on offer and key historical dates. � Our recommended places to eat and drink are highlighted in each route, with even more suggestions in the directory section, which also contains a wealth of useful practical informationincluding a range of carefully selected accommodation to suit all budgets. � Pull-out map with useful plotted routes. � Evocative photography captures the stunning scenery of the island.

Perfect day itineraries and top travel tips in a pocket-sized package. Plan your trip, plan perfect days and discover how to get around - this pocket-sized guide is a convenient, quick-reference companion to discovering fun and interesting things to do and see in Madrid, from top tourist attractions like Plaza Mayor, the Prado, El Escorial, Puerta del Sol and Plaza Santa Ana to hidden gems, including Parque del Been Retiro. Compact, concise and packed with essential information about Where to Go and What to Do, this is an ideal on-the-move pocket travel guide when you're exploring Madrid. - Cultural: delve into the city's rich heritage and get to know its modern-day life and people - Inspirational: discover where to go and what to do, highlighted with stunning photography - Practical: get around with ease with a free pull-out map featuring key attractions - Informative: plan your visit with an A to Z of advice on everything from transport to tipping - Inventive design makes for an engaging, easy-reading experience - Covers: Old Madrid, Paseo del Prado, Recoletos and Castellana and Malasana and Chueca. About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer of full-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps, as well as phrase books, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs. Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus on history and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool to inspire your next adventure.

Insight Explore Guides: books to inspire your on-foot exploration of top international destinations. Experience the best of Andaluca with this indispensably practical Insight Explore Guide. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like Seville, Granada and Marbella Old Town, to discovering hidden gems, including the Almeira Province, the easy-to-follow, ready-madewalking routes will help you plan your trip, save you time, and enhance you rexploration of this fascinating region. Practical and packed with inspirational insider information, this will make the ideal on-the-move companion to your trip to Andalucia Features concise insider information about landscape, history, food and drink, and entertainment options Invaluable maps: each Best Route is accompanied by a detailed full-colour map, while the large pull-out map provides an essential overview of the area Discover your destination's must-see sights and hand-picked hidden gems Directory section provides invaluable insight into top accommodation, restaurant and nightlife options by area, along with an overview of language, books and films Inspirational colour photography throughout About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer offull-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishing high-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. We produce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs.Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus onhistory and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool toinspire your next adventure.

Pocket-sized books to inspire your on-foot exploration of top international destinations. Experience the best of Melbourne with this indispensably practical Insight Guides Explore book. From making sure you don't miss out on must-see attractions like the Melbourne Cricket Ground to discovering hidden gems, including the Great Ocean Road, the easy-to-follow, ready-made walking routes will help you plan your trip, save you time, and enhance your exploration of this fascinating city. Practical, pocket-sized and packed with inspirational insider information, this will make the ideal on-the-move companion for your trip to Melbourne Enjoy over 14 irresistible Best Routes to walk, from Collins Street to Yarra Valley Features concise insider information about landscape, history, food and drink, and entertainment options Invaluablemaps: each Best Route is accompanied by a detailed full-colour map, while the large pull-out map provides an essential overview of the area Discover your destination's must-see sights and hand-picked hidden gems Directory section provides invaluable insight into top accommodation, restaurant and nightlife options by area, along with an overview of language, books and films Includes an innovative extra that's unique in the market - all Explore Guides come with a free eBook Inspirational colour photography throughout About Insight Guides: Insight Guides is a pioneer offull-colour guide books, with almost 50 years' experience of publishinghigh-quality, visual travel guides with user-friendly, modern design. Weproduce around 400 full-colour print guide books and maps as well as phrasebooks, picture-packed eBooks and apps to meet different travellers' needs.Insight Guides' unique combination of beautiful travel photography and focus onhistory and culture create a unique visual reference and planning tool toinspire your next adventure.