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Dive headfirst into Japan and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.Japan rewards curiosity - discover sizzling street eats alongside world-class restaurants, and timeless villages rubbing shoulders with futuristic cities. Our on-the-ground experts have explored Kyoto's maze-like alleys, devoured ramen in Osaka's steaming backstreet stalls, and taken a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Yaeyama Islands. 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 Japan 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 Japan 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 JapanGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from climbing Mt Fuji, to visiting Senso-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of Tosho-guEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Japanese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Tokyo, Mt Fuji & Around Tokyo, Central Honshu & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshu, Northern Honshu, Sapporo & Hokkaido, Shikoku, Kyushu, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Japan.

#1 Bestselling guidebook to Japan“Classic.  Comprehensive.  Crucial." - Library JournalLonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Japan.Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from visiting Yoshino for Japan's most famous cherry-blossom-viewing festival to sipping sake at a 300-year-old brewery in Niigata, and exploring the Unesco-listed streetscapes of Hagi. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Japan 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 Japan 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 climbing Mt Fuji, visiting Sensō-ji, Tokyo's oldest temple, and experiencing the extravagant shrine of Tōshō-gūSpecial features on onsen etiquette, Japanese food, and the 88 sacred temples pilgrimageExpert 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 Japanese 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 TokyoCovers Tokyo, Mt Fuji & around Tokyo, Central Honshū & the Japan Alps, Kyoto, Kansai, Hiroshima & Western Honshū, Northern Honshū, Sapporo & Hokkaidō, Shikoku, Kyūshū, Okinawa & the Southwest Islands Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Japan.

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 Central Asia.Discover Central Asia's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from haggling for nuts and spices at the huge Soviet-era Panjshanbe Bazaar; to taking on an ambitious multiday hike over high passes in the stunning Fan Mountains; and feeling the Earth shake as you watch a rocket blast into space from the Baikonur Cosmodrome.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Central Asia 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 Central Asia 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 mapsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Ala-Archa National Park, to Son Köl, and Alay ValleyEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Central Asian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Central Asia.

Your essential Japan travel guide, from the experts at DK TravelAncient temples, futuristic cities, cherry blossom trees: Japan makes for an unforgettable trip. If you want to see the very best of Japan (plus a few surprises), DK’s Japan travel guide is the one for you.Every page is designed to inspire you and make planning easy, with travel ideas, easy-to-follow itineraries and detailed area-by-area chapters so you can experience Japan your way, whatever you’re into. Inside this updated Japan guide book, you’ll find:- our expert picks of Japan's must-see sights and top experiences- photography and illustrations that put you inside the country’s hot spots- clear, dependable maps and easy-to-follow tours- inspiring itineraries to match your time, interests, and pace- cultural insights that bring Japan's history and traditions to life- tips on the best places to eat, drink, shop, and stay- detailed area-by-area chapters, covering all parts of Japan- practical advice: get ready, get around, and stay safeSpending more time in Tokyo? Try DK Tokyo travel guide or Top 10 Tokyo.

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Paris.Imagine a place where old world bistros look out onto architectural stunners, and artistic masterpieces are just moments from bustling artisan markets. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have visited the Louvre at night, shopped for foodie delights on rue Montorgueil, and watched a jazz concert at Caveau de la Hachette. 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 Pocket Paris travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including: Easy-to-use design so you can navigate Paris effortlesslyExciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activitiesEat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendorsInspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of ParisExplore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trailGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Eiffel Tower, to Palais Garnier, and Notre DameEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelCovers: Eiffel Tower & Western Paris; Champs-Elysées & Grands Boulevards; Louvre & Les Halles; Montmartre & Northern Paris; Le Marais; Bastille & Eastern Paris; The Islands; Latin Quarter; St-Germain & Les Invalides  Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Paris.

Lonely Planet's Taiwan is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Cycle the East Coast, explore temple treasures and hike Taroko Gorge; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Taiwan 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 tryToolkit - 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 Taipei, Northern Taiwan, Taroko National Park, the East Coast, Yushan National Park, Western Taiwan, Southern Taiwan, Taiwan's Islands, and moreAbout 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 traveler since 1973, Lonely Planet reaches hundreds of millions of travelers 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 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 local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to London.Discover London's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from wandering Europe's largest urban parkland, Richmond Park; to bargain-hunting for treasures and rare heirlooms at Bermondsey Antiques Market; and embarking on a Northeast London brewery crawl along Blackhorse Beer Mile for some of the city's finest hoppy drinks.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's London 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 London effortlesslyExciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activitiesExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of LondonGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Trafalgar Square to St Paul's Cathedral and Kensington PalaceEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with London culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: The West End; City of London; South Bank; Kensington & Hyde Park; Clerkenwell, Shoreditch & Spitalfields; East London; Hampstead & North London; Notting Hill & West London; South London; Richmond, Kew & Hampton Court plus day trips to Cambridge; Brighton; Oxford; Woking; Leigh-on-Sea; St Albans; Stonehenge; Margate Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's London.

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 Nepal.Discover Nepal's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from strolling through Kathmandu's lanes to visit bustling markets and backstreet temples, to searching for wild elephants and rhinos in Shuklaphanta National Park, and strolling emerald-green tea estates in the remote far east.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Nepal 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 Nepal 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 NepalGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Hanuman Dhoka to Durbar SqEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Nepali culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Kathmandu; Around the Kathmandu Valley; Kathmandu to Pokhara; Pokhara & Around; The Terai & Mahabharat Range; Trekking Routes Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Nepal.

Dive headfirst into France and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.France rewards curiosity - discover world-class prehistoric cave art alongside crowd-pleasing gallery masterpieces, and dazzling coastal road trips that lead to sun-baked hilltop villages. Our on-the-ground experts have embraced the beaches in Bonifacio, roamed Chateau de Versailles, and slurped oysters in Cancale. 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 France 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 France 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 ParisGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Eiffel Tower, to Belle-Ile-en-Mer, and Route des Vins d'AlsaceEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with French culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Paris; Lille, Flanders & the Somme; Normandy; Brittany; Champagne; Alsace; Lorraine; The Loire; Burgundy; Lyon, Rhone Valley & Auvergne; French Alps & Jura; Bordeaux to Biarritz; Dordogne, Lot & Limousin; Languedoc-Roussillon; Toulouse & the Pyrenees; Provence; Cote d’Azur & Monaco; Corsica  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's France.

Discover twice the city in half the time with our expert team of travel writers who share what you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Dublin.Imagine a place where lively pubs spill out onto cobbled lanes and leafy Georgian squares lead to world-class galleries. Every must-see spot in this guide comes straight from travellers and locals who have marveled at the Long Room in Trinity College, wandered through Glasnevin Cemetery, and walked the South Wall to the red-and-white Poolbeg Lighthouse. 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 Pocket Dublin travel guide. Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1-7 days including:Easy-to-use design so you can navigate Dublin effortlesslyExciting 'Three Perfect Days' itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activitiesEat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of our picks top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendorsInspiring photography and detailed maps including a pull-out map of DublinExplore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area's personality and highlight unique experiences on each trailGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Christ Church Cathedral, to the Guinness Storehouse, and Windmill Lane Recording StudiosEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, navigating transport confidently, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelCovers: Trinity College & Georgian Dublin, Temple Bar, Kilmainham & the Liberties, O'Connell Street & North City Centre, Smithfield & Stoneybatter, The Docklands, The Northern Suburbs, The Southern Suburbs Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Dublin.

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 China.Discover China's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from visiting the tea plantations in Hangzhou, to riding the world's highest altitude train like across the Tibetan plateau to Lhasa, and exploring the secretive world of 24 emperors and their thousands of servants in the Forbidden City.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's China 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 China 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 BeijingGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Tiananmen Square to Summer Palace and the Bund PromenadeEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Chinese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Beijing, North China, Northeast China, Shanghai, East China, Central China, Hong Kong & Macau, South China, Southwest China, Northwest China, Tibet Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's China.

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 Portugal.Discover Portugal's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from learning how to cook a cataplana (seafood stew) on a working quinta in Tavira, to taking in the constellations with a stargazing session in the Alqueva, and admiring the well-preserved mosaics at the Conímbriga Roman Ruins.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Portugal 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 Portugal 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 PortugalGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Mosteiro dos Jerónimos, to Fundação Calouste Gulbenkian, and Palácio Nacional de MafraEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Portuguese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Lisbon; Lisbon Coast; The Algarve; The Alentejo; Estremadura & Ribatejo; The Beiras; Porto, the Douro & Trás-os-Montes; The Minho Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Portugal.

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 Albania.Discover Albania's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from attending a traditional wedding at Albanian Night in Tirana; to rafting the wild Vjosa River, Europe's first national river park; and feasting on scrumptious farm-to-table multi-course feasts at Mrizi i Zanave.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Albania 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 Albania 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 Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Butrint to Divjakë-Karavastë National ParkEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Albanian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Tirana & Central Albania, The Albanian Riviera, Albanian Alps & Northern Albania, Southeastern Albania Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Albania.

Discover twice the city in half the time as Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Lisbon.This latest edition uncovers the city's most popular experiences and unexpected surprises from watching a live fado music show at an unusual location like Pavilhão Chinês; to sweetening your day with custard tarts at Pastéis de Belém; and descending into WC, Lisbon’s most unusual art gallery.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Lisbon travel guide:Our Pocket guidebook format contains the best insider knowledge for planning trips between 1 - 7 daysAll-new structure and design that’s easy to use so you can navigate Lisbon effortlesslyExciting ‘Three Perfect Days’ itineraries that are packed with unmissable attractions and activitiesEat, drink and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets and street vendorsVibrant photography and maps including a pull out map of LisbonExplore on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each area’s personality and unique experiencesGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Convento do Carmo, Castelo de São Jorge, and Torre de BelémEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; navigating transport confidently; local etiquette; using money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travel Covers: Bairro Alto & Chiado; Baixa & Rossio; Alfama, Castelo & Graça; Belém; Parque das Nações; Marquês de Pombal, Rato & Saldanha; Estrela, Lapa & Alcântara Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary destination and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Lisbon.

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 Vietnam.Discover Vietnam's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from scooting around the remote bays of northern Phu Quoc, seeking powder-white sands, seashells and starfish; to slurping delicious bowls of pho in its birthplace of Hanoi; and wandering atmospheric Old Town lanes in Hoi An replete with ancient merchant houses, temples and pagodas.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Vietnam 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 Vietnam 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 VietnamGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum Complex, to the Ha Giang Loop, and Dien Bien PhuEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Vietnamese culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Hanoi, Northern Vietnam, Central Vietnam, Southeast Coast, Central Highlands, Ho Chi Minh City, Mekong Delta Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Vietnam.

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 Scotland.Discover Scotland's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from working your way through the world-famous whiskies of Islay in search of your perfect dram, to following the Glasgow mural trail to discover incredible works of street art by local artists, and getting up close to comical puffins on a boat trip from Mull or Iona to Staffa.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Scotland 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 Scotland 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 ScotlandGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Edinburgh Castle to Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum and Stirling CastleEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Scottish culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Edinburgh, Glasgow, Southern Scotland, Central Scotland, Northeast Scotland, Southern Highlands & Islands, Inverness & the Central Highlands, Northern Highlands & Islands, Orkney & Shetland Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Scotland.

Dive headfirst into Paris and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.Paris rewards curiosity - discover old world bistros alongside open-air artisanal markets, and artistic masterpieces moments from the banks of the Seine. Our on-the-ground experts have toasted the sunset from Parc de Belleville's hilltop, fallen under the spell of island life on Ile St-Louis, and gallery-hopped through the historic Marais district. 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 Paris 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 Paris 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 ParisGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Versailles, to Les Catacombes, and Jardin des PlantesEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Parisian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Eiffel Tower & Western Paris, Champs-Elysees & Grands Boulevards, Louvre & Les Halles, Montmartre & Northern Paris, Le Marais, Belleville & Ménilmontant, Bastille & Eastern Paris, The Islands, Latin Quarter, St-Germain & Les Invalides, Montparnasse & Southern Paris plus day trips to Versailles, Chartres, Fontainebleau, Auvers-sur-Oise  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Paris.

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 Wales. Discover Wales most popular experiences and best kept secrets from gazing out to sea from one of Tenby's glorious golden beaches; to sailing to the remote island of Ynys Enlli, Europe's first International Dark Sky Sanctuary; and exploring medieval Caerphilly Castle to watch historical re-enactments. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Wales 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 Wales 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 Wales Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Pen-y-Fan to St David's Cathedral and Bishop's 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 Welsh culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions Covers: Cardiff; Brecon Beacons & Southeast Wales; Swansea, the Gower & Carmarthenshire; St Davids & Pembrokeshire; Mid-Wales; Snowdonia & the Llŷn; Anglesey & the North   Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Wales.

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 Devon & Cornwall.Discover Devon & Cornwall's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from escaping the outside world on the wild beaches of Bryher in the Scilly Islands; to buying fresh crabs, scallops and fish straight off the boats from the fish market in Brixham; and searching for treasure from local wrecks at St Austell's Shipwreck Treasure Museum.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Devon & Cornwall 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 Devon & Cornwall 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 Devon & CornwallGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Tintagel Castle to Dartmoor National Park and the Maritime MuseumEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Devon & Cornwall culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Exeter & East Devon; Plymouth & South Devon; Dartmoor, Exmoor & North Devon; South & East Cornwall; North Cornwall & Bodmin Moor; West Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Devon & Cornwall.

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 Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania.Discover Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from cycling the quiet seaside trails of Kihnu Island with its long beaches and traditional Estonian culture; to admiring the Renaissance buildings, baroque domes and pillars in Vilnius' Old Town; and spotting bears and boars in Lahemaa National Park.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania 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 Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania 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 mapsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights like Toompea, Viljandi, and the Palace of the Grand Dukes of LithuaniaEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel Connect with Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Estonia, Helsinki, Latvia, Lithuania Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Estonia, Latvia & Lithuania.

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 New Zealand.Discover New Zealand's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Central Otago's stunning countryside by bike on the Lake Dunstan Trail; to gazing at the star-filled skies of the Aoraki Mackenzie International Dark Sky Reserve; and climbing up Paritutu, the lava plug of an ancient volcano in Taranki.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Zealand 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 New Zealand 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 New ZealandGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Waitangi Treaty Grounds, to the Waitomo Caves, and the Hobbiton movie setEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with New Zealand culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Auckland; Northland; The Waikato; Coromandel Peninsula & Bay of Plenty; Rotorua & Taupō; Taranaki, Whanganui & Ruapehu; Hawke's Bay, Gisborne & East Cape; Wellington; Marlborough & Nelson; Christchurch & Canterbury; The West Coast; Queenstown, Wānaka & Central Otago; Dunedin, Waitaki & the Catlins; Fjordland & Southland  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's New Zealand.

Dive headfirst into Iceland and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.Iceland rewards curiosity - discover road trips that zigzag between iconic fjords and epic glaciers that shimmer beneath the Northern Lights. Our on-the-ground experts have waded into the Blue Lagoon, spotted puffins in Latrabjarg, and walked to the top of Eldfell volcano. 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 Iceland 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 Iceland 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 ReykjavikGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Icelandic Sea Monster Museum to Katla Geopark and Snæfellsjokull National ParkEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Icelandic culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Reykjaiík, Southwest Iceland & the Golden Circle, Southeast Iceland, West Iceland, The Westfjords, North Iceland, East Iceland, The Highlands  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet's Iceland.

Dive headfirst into the Western Balkans and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.The Western Balkans rewards curiosity - discover idyllic terracotta-roofed villages that overlook crystal-clear waters, and marble-paved old towns that lead to world-famous ancient sites. Our on-the-ground experts have explored the enchanting ruins of Butrint, dived into Lake Ohrid, and danced the night away in Hvar. 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 Western Balkans 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 the Western Balkans 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 mapsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Plitvice Lakes National Park, to Diocletian's Palace, and Stari BarEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Balkan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Albania, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, Slovenia  Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Western Balkans.

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 Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan.Discover Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from making a trip to the Georgian mountain region of Tusheti where time stands still; to swimming from the wild Black Sea beaches between the city of Batumi and the Turkish border at Sarpi; and riding the cable car to the tiny village of Tatev, which overlooks the Vorotan River.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan 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 Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan 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 mapsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from Baku's Old City to Shahdag National ParkEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with South Caucasus culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Georgia, Armenia, AzerbaijanCreate a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Georgia, Armenia & Azerbaijan.

Lonely Planet's Tanzania is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Watch wildebeest stampede across the Serengeti, explore the alleyways of Zanzibar, or track chimpanzees in Tanzania's parks; all with your trusted travel companion.Inside Lonely Planet's Tanzania 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 tryToolkit - 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 Dar es Salaam, Zanzibar, Southeastern Tanzania, Southern Highlands, Western Tanzania, Lake Victoria, Central Tanzania, Northern Tanzania, Northeastern Tanzania, 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)

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.

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 Sicily.Discover Sicily's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from cycling to the untamed island beach of Cala Rossa, to treasure hunting in vintage shacks in Palermo's flea market, and becoming a salt worker for the day in saltpans south of Trapani.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Sicily 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 Sicily 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 Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from climbing Mount Etna to exploring Villa Romana del CasaleEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Sicilian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Palermo, Western Sicily, Tyrrhenian Coast, Aeolian Islands, Ionian Coast, Syracuse & the Southeast, Central Sicily, Mediterranean Coast Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Sicily.

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 Rome.Discover Rome's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from imagining the roar of the crowd at the Colosseum; to feasting on heavenly slices of pizza at Bonci Pizzarium, a revered takeaway; and stretching your legs in leafy Villa Borghese, Rome's showpiece park with grassy banks and rowing lakes.Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Rome 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 Rome effortlesslyExciting Perfect Day itineraries help you create your ideal adventure with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activitiesExpert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and moreVibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of RomeGet fresh takes on must-visit sights from the Roman Forum to the Trevi Fountain and the Sistine ChapelEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travelConnect with Roman culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditionsCovers: Ancient Rome; Centro Storico; Tridente, Trevi & the Quirinale; Vatican City, Borgo & Prati; Monti, Esquilino & San Lorenzo; Trastevere & Gianicolo; San Giovanni & Testaccio; Villa Borghese & Northern Rome; Southern Rome plus day trips to Frascati; Nemi; Castel Gandolfo; Grottaferrata; Ostia; Tivoli; Cerveteri; Tarquinia; Lago di Bracciano; Anzio Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary city with Lonely Planet's Rome.