Lille

Lille Synopsis

This fully revised and updated Berlitz Pocket Guide is packed with all the information you need to enjoy Lille, in a genuinely pocketable format. Places to go and unmissable attractions are explored within easy-to-use, colour-coded sections, so you can locate the information you need at a glance. The city's top attractions are conveniently identified to ensure you see the most impressive buildings, great museums and much more. The brand new 'Perfect Day' feature is designed to link all the most exclusive experiences that won't fail to inspire you and will help you to plan your ideal trip. From Vieux Lille and Lille Metropole to a variety of excursion destinations, all areas are covered in depth alongside full-colour photographs that provide a highly visual introduction to this beautiful destination. Full colour fold-out maps are also included to provide instant orientation wherever you are. A concise history chapter and the handy cultural tips throughout the guide combine to give you a deeper understanding of the city's heritage, including Flemish facades, the French conquest, the war years and much more. There are also plenty of ideas for how to spend your leisure time from shopping in the Old Town to a night at the opera. There are also tips for those travelling with children and a handy calendar of key events throughout the year. The 'Eating Out' chapter recommends local specialities and provides full listings for all the best places to eat and drink, it also features a useful menu reader that provides french phrases to help you order with ease. The comprehensive 'Travel Tips' section provides an A-Z summary of all the expert practical advice you will need, including reliable recommendations of hotels to suit all budgets, information on health, transport, money, language and much more. Small in size but big on content, this guide will help you truly get to the heart of this fascinating city and all it has to offer.