Does this guide also include maps?
'Mappe' — MAP-pe. Double 'p'.
Ask when considering a travel guide — maps are essential for navigation. Not all Italian travel guides include detailed street maps — some require a separate map purchase.
'Include anche le mappe?' = does it also include maps? 'Anche' = also/too. Italian travel guides with maps: Touring Club guides always include fold-out maps. 'Lonely Planet' Italy editions usually include city maps. Michelin guides include road maps.
Ha una cartina separata?
Does it have a separate map?
Asks about a separate map insert.
Avete anche carte stradali?
Do you also have road maps?
Road maps — for driving.
Avete mappe della metropolitana?
Do you have metro maps?
For city navigation.
Italian cities are notoriously difficult to navigate by car or on foot without good maps. Rome's centro storico (historic centre) is a labyrinth of medieval streets. The Touring Club Italiano produces the most detailed and accurate road and city maps available for Italy — used by professional guides.