* Fully updated comprehensive coverage on the Czech Republic, Poland, Hungary, Slovenia, Austria, and Slovakia, plus side trips to Croatia, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Montenegro, Bulgaria, and Romania
* Rick's strategic advice on how to get the most out of your time and money, with rankings of his must-see favourites
* Top sights and hidden gems, from the cobbles of bustling Bratislava, to country roads winding through the Julian Alps, to the striking chapels and cathedrals of Prague's Castle Quarter
* How to connect with culture: Bask in the energy of Kraków's Main Square Market, sample local wines from Hungarian vintners, or soak in the steamy thermal baths in Budapest
* Beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps with Rick's candid, humorous insight
* The best places to eat, sleep, and relax
* Self-guided walking tours of lively neighbourhoods and historic museums
* Detailed neighbourhood maps for exploring on the go
* Useful resources including a packing list, phrase books, historical overviews, and recommended reading
* Over 1,000 bible-thin pages include everything worth seeing without weighing you down
Make the most of every day and every dollar with Rick Steves Eastern Europe!