<B>With Rick Steves, Milan and the Italian lakes are yours to discover! This slim guide excerpted from <I>Rick Steves Italy</I> includes:</B><ul><li><B>Rick's firsthand, up-to-date advice</B> on Milan and the nearby lakes' best sights, restaurants, hotels, and more, plus tips to <B>beat the crowds, skip the lines, and avoid tourist traps</B></li><li><B>Top sights and local experiences:</B> Tour Milan's Duomo, marvel at <I>The Last Supper</I>, and enjoy a night at the opera. Relax in the sleepy village of Varenna, stroll through the Villa Taranto Botanical Gardens, or check out the museums in Sforza Castle</li><li><B>Helpful maps and self-guided walking tours </B>to keep you on track</li></ul><B>With selective coverage and Rick's trusted insight into the best things to do and see, <I>Rick Steves Snapshot Milan & the Italian Lakes District </I>is truly a tour guide in your pocket.</B><BR/><BR/>Exploring beyond Milan? Pick up <I>Rick Steves Italy</I> for comprehensiv