New England

This updated edition of a popular title in Michelin's acclaimed collection of travel publications is your indispensable guide to the historical, cultural and natural attractions of New England-from the bustling streets of Boston to the serene heights of New Hampshire's White Mountains, from historic seaports (Salem, Nantucket, New London, Bath, and others) to the quiet beauty of Vermont's Northeast Kingdom or the splendor of Newport's mansions. Illustrated with more than 80 full-color photographs and line drawings, this compact guide directs you to over 1,000 of the region's varied attractions, selected according to Michelin's famed star-rating system : *** Worth the trip, ** Worth a detour and * Interesting. Maps of principal sights and regional driving tours together with a handy distance chart help you plan your visit and budget your time. Over 50 detailed city and regional maps provide at-a-glance orientation and pinpoint selected highlights. Four pages of fall foliage maps feature selected driving itineraries to take you through countryside renowned for the brilliant colors of autumn. Informative essays reveal the region's rich history and architecture and explore its diverse landscape, economy, arts and culinary traditions. More than 50 hikes and walks and some 17 cruises have been selected to enhance your enjoyment of New England's glorious outdoors. A sizable practical information section is filled with useful addresses, planning tips, a calendar of events, skiing and state park charts, and specifics on activities such as antiquating, hiking, biking, hunting, fishing, whale watching and dogsledding. With this guide use Michelin Map 473 (New England's Hudson Valley).