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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Poland.Discover Poland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from visiting the turreted castle of your childhood storybooks at Krasiczyn, as near to Renaissance perfection as they come; to taking a tour of Gdańsk's definitive Museum of the Second World War, one of Poland's top museums; and getting down by the Baltic where nightlife fun spills out onto the balmy beach at Sopot.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Poland travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Poland effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of KrakówGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial & Museum, to Wawel Royal Castle, and Malbork CastleEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Polish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Warsaw; łódź, Mazowsze & Podlaskie; Kraków; Małopolska; Carpathian Mountains; Silesia; Wielkopolska; Gdańsk & Pomerania; Warmia and MasuriaCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Poland.

Dive headfirst into Germany and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.Germany rewards curiosity - discover small cobblestoned towns with fairy-tale palaces and forest-rimmed lakes alongside stunning wine villages. Our on-the-ground experts have soaked up the magic of Schloss Neuschwanstein, followed the 85km Deutsche Weinstrasse, and cruised through the romantic Rhine Valley. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Germany travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip, including: Easy-to-use design that helps you navigate Germany effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreInspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of BerlinGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Museumsinsel to Humboldt Forum and Schloss CharlottenburgEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with German culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Berlin, Around Berlin, Hamburg & the North, Central Germany, Saxony, Munich, Bavaria, Stuttgart & the Black Forest, Frankfurt & Southern Rhineland, Cologne & Northern Rhineland, Lower Saxony & Bremen  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Germany.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Switzerland.Discover Switzerland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from following in Mark Twain's footsteps up Mt Rigi for panoramic views; to admiring masterpieces by Picasso, Klee and other modern masters at Sammlung Rosengart; and hiking through vineyards with music, winegrowers and tasting glass in hand in Sierre. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Switzerland travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Switzerland effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of SwitzerlandGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Lavaux to the Aletsch Glacier Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Swiss culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Lake Geneva & Vaud; Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains; Bern & Bernese Oberland; Valais; Ticino; Central Switzerland; Northwest Switzerland; Zürich & Northeastern Switzerland; Graubünden; LiechtensteinCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Switzerland.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Poland.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Gdańsk’s definitive Museum of the Second World War to partying in the Kraków district of Kazimierz, and exploring Warsaw's Jewish Cemetery, one of the largest in the world.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Poland travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Poland and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Wawel Royal Castle, Jasna Góra Monastery, and Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and MuseumSpecial features on Carpathian trekking, Warsaw walking tours, food and drink guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Polish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of KrakowCovers Warsaw; łódź, Mazowsze & Podlaskie; Kraków; Małopolska; Carpathian Mountains; Silesia; Wielkopolska; Gdańsk & Pomerania; Warmia and Masuria Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Poland.

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Lonely Planet''s Poland is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Sample Krakow''s nightlife, learn dramatic history in Warsaw and wander Gdansk''s medieval lanes - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Poland and begin your journey now!

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NEW pull-out, passport-size ''Just Landed'' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport to hotel NEW Accommodation feature gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodation Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics Covers Warsaw, Mazovia and Podlasie, Krakow, Malopolska, the Carpathian Mountains, Silesia, Wielkopolska, Gdansk and Pomerania, Warmia and Masuria, and more

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet''s Poland is our most comprehensive guide to Poland, and is perfect for discovering both popular and off-the-beaten-path experiences.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Austria. Discover Austria's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from taking a twilight tram spin around Vienna's monumental Ringstrasse, to delving into 900 years of rip-roaring history at Festung Hohensalzburg, and diving into Carinthia's highest swimmable glacial lake - the 930m-high Weissensee. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Austria travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Austria effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Vienna Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna to Belvedere and Schloss Schonbrunn Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with Austrian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Vienna, Lower Austria & Burgenland, Upper Austria, Styria, The Salzkammergut, Salzburg & Salzburgerland, Carinthia, Tyrol & Vorarlberg eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Austria.

Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Germany.

Discover Germany''s most popular experiences and best kept secrets from soaking up the fairy-tale magic of Schloss Neuschwanstein, to frolicking around Hanover’s sprawling Herrenhäuser Gärten, and exploring Hamburg''s edgy HafenCity with its arty subway stations.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Germany travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that''s easy to use so you can navigate Germany effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of Berlin Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Museumsinsel to Humboldt Forum and Sanssouci Park and Palace Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Connect with German culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Berlin, Around Berlin, Hamburg & the North, Central Germany, Saxony, Munich, Bavaria, Stuttgart & the Black Forest, Frankfurt & Southern Rhineland, Cologne & Northern Rhineland, Lower Saxony & Bremen

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Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet''s Germany.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Poland. Discover Poland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from visiting the turreted castle of your childhood storybooks at Krasiczyn, as near to Renaissance perfection as they come; to taking a tour of GdaA sk's definitive Museum of the Second World War, one of Poland's top museums; and getting down by the Baltic where nightlife fun spills out onto the balmy beach at Sopot. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Poland travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Poland effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Krakow Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial & Museum, to Wawel Royal Castle, and Malbork Castle Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Polish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Warsaw; A odA , Mazowsze & Podlaskie; Krakow; MaA opolska; Carpathian Mountains; Silesia; Wielkopolska; GdaA sk & Pomerania; Warmia and Masuria eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Poland.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Switzerland. Discover Switzerland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from following in Mark Twain's footsteps up Mt Rigi for panoramic views; to admiring masterpieces by Picasso, Klee and other modern masters at Sammlung Rosengart; and hiking through vineyards with music, winegrowers and tasting glass in hand in Sierre. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Switzerland travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Switzerland effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Switzerland Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Lavaux to the Aletsch Glacier Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Swiss culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Lake Geneva & Vaud; Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains; Bern & Bernese Oberland; Valais; Ticino; Central Switzerland; Northwest Switzerland; Zurich & Northeastern Switzerland; Graubunden; Liechtenstein eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Switzerland.

Lonely Planet''s Budapest and Hungary is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city and country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Take a cruise along the Danube, hang out at a ruin bar and take a dip in one of the many thermal baths; all with your trusted travel companion.

Inside Lonely Planet''s Budapest and Hungary Travel Guide:

Lonely Planet''s Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination''s best experiences and where to have them

Itineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interestsLocal insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it''s history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politics

Eating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to try

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Toolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travel

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Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Covers Budapest, the Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, Szeged, Pecs, Sopron, Southern Transdanubia, the Great Plain, Western Transdanubia, Eger, Northern Uplands, Szentendre, Visegrad, Villany, and more.

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Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Budapest & Hungary.Discover Budapest & Hungary's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from  exploring Őrség National Park on cycling routes through verdant forests and charming villages, to popping a bottle at a regional wine festival such as the summertime Sopron Wine Festival, and climbing the Cat's Stairs to Esztergom Basilica.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Budapest & Hungary travel guide:Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsAll-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Budapest & Hungary effortlesslyExciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursionsExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of BudapestGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Széchenyi Chain Bridge to the Royal Palace and Castle HillEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Hungarian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Budapest; Danube Bend & Western Transdanubia; Lake Balaton & Southern Transdanubia; The Great Plain; Northern HungaryCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Budapest & Hungary.

Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Germany.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from living out your fairy-tale fantasies at Schloss Neuschwanstein to frolicking around Hanover''s sprawling Herrenhäuser Gärten, and canoeing on the forest-rimmed lakes of the Müritz National Park.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Germany Travel Guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Germany and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights and admire Sanssouci Park and Palace, explore the Deutsches Romantik-Museum, visit UNESCO World Heritage ZollvereinSpecial features on Oktoberfest, driving on the Autobahn, castles and palacesExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with German culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of BerlinCovers Berlin, around Berlin, Hamburg & the North, Central Germany, Saxony, Munich, Bavaria, Stuttgart & the Black Forest, Frankfurt & Southern Rhineland, Cologne & Northern Rhineland, Lower Saxony & Bremen

 

Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet''s Germany.

Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Switzerland.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from climbing Mt Rigi''s panorama hiking trail for epic views to puffing up snow-dusted peaks aboard the Brienz Rothorn Bahn, and exploring the medieval Schloss Habsburg, the ancestral home to the Habsburg dynasty.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Switzerland travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Switzerland and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including the First Cliff Walk at Grindelwald; Geneva’s magnificent Château de Chillon; and Zermatt’s MatterhornSpecial features on hiking the Aletsch, Geneva walking tour, family adventure guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Swiss culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of SwitzerlandCovers Lake Geneva & Vaud, Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains, Bern & Bernese Oberland, Valais, Ticino, Central Switzerland, Northwest Switzerland, Zurich & Northeastern Switzerland, Graubunden, Liechtenstein

 

Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet''s Switzerland.

Lonely Planet''s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Poland.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Gda?sk’s definitive Museum of the Second World War to partying in the Kraków district of Kazimierz, and exploring Warsaw''s Jewish Cemetery, one of the largest in the world.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet''s Poland travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Poland and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Wawel Royal Castle, Jasna Góra Monastery, and Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial and MuseumSpecial features on Carpathian trekking, Warsaw walking tours, food and drink guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Polish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of KrakowCovers Warsaw; ?ód?, Mazowsze & Podlaskie; Kraków; Ma?opolska; Carpathian Mountains; Silesia; Wielkopolska; Gda?sk & Pomerania; Warmia and Masuria

 

Create a trip that''s uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet''s Poland.

This latest edition of Lonely Planet's Experience Switzerland travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with all the tools you need to create your own unique trip.Discover amazing local experiences from gawping at glaciers and peaks above 4000m from Zermatt's Klein Matterhorn; to hiking through vineyards with music, winegrowers and a tasting glass in hand in Sierre; and leaping into Bern's turquoise ribbon of river, the Aare, at sunrise.Build a one-of-a-kind trip with Lonely Planet's Experience Switzerland travel guide: Our Experience guidebook format is led by local experts who provide in-the-know tips so you can plan the ultimate 1-2 week adventureEasy-to-use regional and activity-based itineraries help you get off the beaten track and tailor a trip to your interestsInsider scoop on the best festivals, secret hangouts, hidden locations, tantalising local food scene and photo-worthy viewsVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of SwitzerlandConnect with local traditions and trends through fun insightsPractical information on money, getting around, unique places to stay and responsible travel, plus handy seasonal calendars on where to go, when to travel and what to packQR codes unlock extra digital content, know-how and travel secretsCovers: Lake Geneva & Vaud; Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains; Bern & Bernese Oberland; Valais; Ticino; Central Switzerland; Northwest Switzerland; Zürich & Northeastern Switzerland; Graubünden; Liechtenstein Create your own dream travel itinerary and get away from the everyday with Lonely Planet's Experience Switzerland.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Budapest & Hungary. Discover Budapest & Hungary's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Orseg National Park on cycling routes through verdant forests and charming villages, to popping a bottle at a regional wine festival such as the summertime Sopron Wine Festival, and climbing the Cat's Stairs to Esztergom Basilica. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Budapest & Hungary travel guide: Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Budapest & Hungary effortlessly Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more Vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of Budapest Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Szechenyi Chain Bridge to the Royal Palace and Castle Hill Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Hungarian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Budapest; Danube Bend & Western Transdanubia; Lake Balaton & Southern Transdanubia; The Great Plain; Northern Hungary eBook Features: (Best viewed on tablet devices and smartphones) Add notes to personalise your guidebook experience Seamlessly flip between pages Bookmarks and speedy search capabilities get you to key pages in a flash Embedded links to recommendations' websites Zoom-in on maps and images Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Budapest and Hungary.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Austria.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting The Sound of Music film locations in Salzburg to Vienna's annual wine hike: Wiener Weinwandertag, and feeling the spray of the mist-dashed, rainbow-kissed Krimml Falls in Hohe Tauern National Park. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Austria travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Austria and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Kunsthistorisches Museum Vienna; Festung Hohensalzburg; and Krimml FallsSpecial features on Vienna's top 5 coffee houses, hiking and cycling guide, your ideal ski slopeExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Austrian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Vienna Covers Vienna, Lower Austria & Burgenland, Upper Austria, Styria, The Salzkammergut, Salzburg & Salzburgland, Carinthia, Tyrol & Vorarlberg Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Austria.

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Switzerland.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from climbing Mt Rigi's panorama hiking trail for epic views to puffing up snow-dusted peaks aboard the Brienz Rothorn Bahn, and exploring the medieval Schloss Habsburg, the ancestral home to the Habsburg dynasty.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Switzerland travel guide:Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Switzerland and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including the First Cliff Walk at Grindelwald; Geneva’s magnificent Château de Chillon; and Zermatt’s MatterhornSpecial features on hiking the Aletsch, Geneva walking tour, family adventure guideExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with Swiss culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of SwitzerlandCovers Lake Geneva & Vaud, Fribourg, Drei-Seen-Land & the Jura Mountains, Bern & Bernese Oberland, Valais, Ticino, Central Switzerland, Northwest Switzerland, Zurich & Northeastern Switzerland, Graubunden, Liechtenstein Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Switzerland.

Whether exploring your own backyard or somewhere new, discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips. Featuring 33 amazing trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, you can tour soaring Alps, fairytale castles and world-class wineries - all with your trusted travel companion. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!Inside Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photography throughoutItineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored routes for your needs and interestsGet around easily - easy-to-read, full-colour route maps, detailed directionsInsider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roadsEssential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, pricesHonest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks missUseful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Germany, Berlin, Munich, Dresden, Frankfurt, Dusseldorf, the Rhine, Romantic Road, Lake Constance, Switzerland, Swiss Alps, Lake Geneva, Zurich, Geneva, Austria, Tyrol, Vienna, Salzburg, and moreThe Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Germany, Austria & Switzerland's Best Trips is perfect for exploring these countries by road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company and the world's number one travel guidebook brand, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travellers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, video, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' - New York Times'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves, it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' - Fairfax Media (Australia)

Lonely Planet's Budapest and Hungary is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the city and country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Take a cruise along the Danube, hang out at a ruin bar and take a dip in one of the many thermal baths; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Budapest and Hungary Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of the destination's best experiences and where to have themItineraries help you build the ultimate trip based on your personal needs and interestsLocal insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - whether it's history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, politicsEating and drinking - get the most out of your gastronomic experience as we reveal the regional dishes and drinks you have to tryDestination specific chapter on Budapest's thermal baths and spasToolkit - all of the planning tools for solo travellers, LGBTQIA+ travellers, family travellers and accessible travelColour maps and images throughoutLanguage - essential phrases and language tipsInsider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spotsCovers Budapest, the Danube Bend, Lake Balaton, Szeged, Pecs, Sopron, Southern Transdanubia, the Great Plain, Western Transdanubia, Eger, Northern Uplands, Szentendre, Visegrad, Villany, and more.About Lonely Planet:Lonely Planet, a Red Ventures Company, is the world's number one travel guidebook brand. Providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveller since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travellers each year online and in print and helps them unlock amazing experiences. Visit us at lonelyplanet.com and join our community of followers on Facebook (facebook.com/lonelyplanet), Twitter (@lonelyplanet), Instagram (instagram.com/lonelyplanet), and TikTok (@lonelyplanet).'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveller's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.'  Fairfax Media (Australia)