Detailed Guidebooks

Explore the world's most thrilling waves with Epic Surf Breaks of the World. From Namibia's wind-swept Skeleton Bay to Java's G-Land, discover the best place to 'hang ten', whatever your surfing ability. Accompanied by a series of stunning photographs, maps and beautiful illustrations as well as first-person stories from surf writers all across the globe, including Pulitzer Prize winner William Finnegan, this is the quintessential guide for surfers looking for their next epic break. With 200...

In this guide to unmissable European cycling routes bike enthusiasts share stories from the best road, mountain, dirt, and trail routes across the continent. Whether it's Italy's Trans-Dolomites, a Copenhagen art ride, or a Bavarian Beer ride, this book features epic rides for every level and trip type. With practical details to help plan your trip and guides to picturesque spots to pull over, Epic Bike Rides of Europe is the perfect companion for exploring Europe on two wheels.Edition:1Publica...

Bringing planet earth to life, this colourful and fun addition to Lonely Planet Kids takes you on a trip around the world that you'll never forget. Filled with continental and regional maps, lively text, an entry for every country on the planet, plus mind-blowing facts, and an emphasis on the species that live on our planet, this is an essential resource for young readers wanting to learn about the world. With 240 pages of illustrated maps, engaging infographics, mind-blowing photography and a...

Baroque streetscapes and imperial palaces set the stage for Vienna's artistic and musical masterpieces alongside its coffeehouse culture and vibrant epicurean and design scenes. Visit lavish Schloss Schönbrunn, explore the masterpieces of the Kunsthistorisches Museum, and get a bird's eye view of the Prater from the Riesenrad Ferris wheel. Pull-out mapGuided tours & walksGuide to arts & architecture WHAT'S NEW THIS EDITION: Neighbourhood walksKunsthistorisches Museum...

With its imperial palaces, baroque streetscapes, chandelier-lit Kaffeehäuser (coffee houses) and wood-panelled Beisln (bistro pubs), Vienna is infused with history. Not only does it cherish its traditions, it incorporates them in design, architecture and contemporary art through to eco and meaningful travel initiatives and culinary innovations. Vienna’s past is alive in its present and, by extension, its future. WHAT'S NEW THIS EDITION On a Plate (Sacher Torte) featureNeighbourhood walks ...

Golden Age canals lined by tilting gabled buildings are the backdrop for Amsterdam's treasure-packed museums, vintage-filled shops and hyper creative drinking, dining and design scenes. Soak up centuries of artistic masterpieces, cycle through the city's canal-woven core, and settle in to the cosy vibe of a brown cafe.Covers Dutch art & designDrinking & nightlife guideMuseum highlights & tipsLonely Planet's Amsterdam is your passport to the most relevant,...

To experience the full gamut of Canada's vast multifarious terrain, you'd need to be reincarnated several times. But, for those with only one life to spare, plenty of unmissable highlights await. Lonely Planet's Best of Canada is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Experience the grandeur of the Rockies, wander the labyrinth of lanes in Quebec City, and hit the powdery slopes on the outskirts...

There are 30 National Trails across the United States – 11 Scenic, such as the Pacific Crest Trail, and 19 Historic, like the Trail of Tears. Hikers and lovers of the outdoors will discover each one in this inspiring and engaging companion, which details each route and includes recommendations on where to stay, activities to do and what to spot along the way.• Recommends the best sections to walk for a number of time-frames• Includes an additional 30 non-National Trails, like...

You don’t need to take a flight to experience the best of Europe. The continent’s high speed and sleeper trains, electric vehicle recharging network and extensive cycle routes mean that it’s possible to travel widely leaving a smaller carbon footprint. This collection of 80 detailed trip itineraries opens your eyes to what is possible without air travel. 80 pre-planned stop-by-stop itineraries with maps Train routes and connections detailed Wide range of experiences including culture, active,...

Lonely Planet's USA is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze into the mile-deep chasm of the Grand Canyon, hang ten on an iconic Hawaiian wave, and let sultry southern music and food stir your soul - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the USA and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's USA: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with Wi-Fi, ATM and transportation info -...

From ice artist and snake-venom collector to water-slide tester, panda nanny and professional mermaid, Lonely Planet reveals the most fun, surprising and fascinating jobs on planet Earth.  This fun and humorous book filled with facts, stats, and behind-the-scenes knowledge from experts, shows children just how different and exciting the world of work can be!Photographic with quirky illustrations throughoutFacts about each job and where it’s basedA selection of ‘a day in the life’...

How do you wear a kilt, kiss a stranger, prevent a hangover, get out of a sinking car, predict the weather, play croquet, overtake a racing car, brew a great beer, repair a broken tooth, dive for pearls, and serve tea the Japanese way? This new and expanded edition, The Bigger Book of Everything, reveals all.An infographic guide to skills people never knew they neededMade for a world of smart, safe and exciting travelReaders can use their witty know-how to make friends wherever they...

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! Inside Lonely Planet's Poland: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport info - all you need for a smooth journey from airport...

A four-wheel drive is your ticket to the seldom-seen spectacles of Australia’s lesser-trodden paths. Join Hema, as we provide the reader with a broad foundation of understanding, on which to begin their own 4WD adventure. This informative guide, produced from the experience of the Hema Map Patrol's thousands of hours of four-wheel driving experience, covers: Key Features: Types of four wheel drive vehicles Gear and modifications Technical Tips Maintenance Terrain and driving Off-road recovery...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Warsaw is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take in the regal splendour of the Royal Castle, listen to first-hand accounts of WWII at Warsaw Rising Museum and explore the gritty bar scene of Praga - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Warsaw and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Warsaw: Full-colour maps and images throughoutHighlights and...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Portland & the Willamette Valley is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore the museums of Portland's downtown area, sample some of the city's variety of microbrews, and take in the craft stalls at the Saturday Market - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Portland and the Willamette Valley and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Portland & the...

Lonely Planet's Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore Washington wine country, hop a ferry to the San Juan Islands, and dive into the hipster playground of Portland - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Washington, Oregon & the Pacific Northwest and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Washington, Oregon &...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal & Quebec City is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through Montreal's Basilique Notre Dame, lunch on tasty Quebecois fare at countless restaurants, and stroll the Plateau Mont-Royal - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Montreal & Quebec City and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Pocket Montreal & Quebec City: Full-colour maps and...

Lonely Planet's Vancouver & Victoria is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Shop for vintage shoes in quirky Gastown, hit the powdered slopes of Grouse Mountain and sample an Indian Pale Ale in a hidden microbrewery - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Vancouver & Victoria and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Vancouver & Victoria: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed'...

Lonely Planet's Dublin is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Find your favourite Dublin pub, stroll the quadrangles of Trinity College, and learn about Ireland's struggle for independence at Kilmainham Gaol - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Dublin and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Dublin: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with wi-fi, ATM and transport...

Discover the lives and locations of trailblazing women who changed the course of history as you journey to the heart of women’s activism, history and creativity through the ages. From the temple of Queen Hatshepsut in Egypt and Empress Dowager Cixi’s summer palace in Beijing, to the homes and meeting sites of suffragette heroes Sylvia Pankhurst and Elizabeth Cady Stanton, the creative workrooms of Frida Kahlo and Virginia Woolf, and the tennis courts where the Williams sisters first learned to...

Lonely Planet's Canary Islands is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Ride the cable car to the summit of Tenerife's El Teide, celebrate Carnaval with dawn-to-dusk frivolity, and catch the waves at Playa de Sotavento - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Canary Islands and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Canary Islands: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with...

Lonely Planet's Venice & the Veneto is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Absorb the architecture at Basilica di San Marco, cruise the Grand Canal on a gondola, and trace the development of Venetian art at the Gallerie dell'Accademia - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Venice and the Veneto and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Venice & the Veneto: NEW pull-out,...

Lonely Planet's Seattle is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Make your pilgrimage to the top of the iconic Space Needle, add your gum to the wall at Pike Place Market, and pay homage to Jimi Hendrix at the EMP Museum - all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Seattle and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Seattle: NEW pull-out, passport-size 'Just Landed' card with Wi-Fi, ATM and...

Lonely Planet’s Maine & Acadia National Park is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Watch the sun rise from the highest peak of Acadia, crack the shell of a freshly steamed lobster, and stroll Portland’s cobblestone-lined Old Port – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Maine and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Maine & Acadia National Park: Colour maps and images throughout...

Lonely Planet Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hike through the wild and remote Cirque de Mafate on Reunion, relax amid tropical waters on the coral island of Denis Island on Seychelles, and dive to the underwater rock formations and schools of fish off the west coast of Mauritius – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Mauritius, Reunion & Seychelles...

Lonely Planet San Francisco is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Be impressed by the brilliance of the Golden Gate Bridge, swing down Balmy Alley for a slice of Mission life and witness some of its oldest murals, or immerse yourself in the fog and fabulousness of the city's hills on a cable-car ride; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of San Francisco and begin your journey now!Inside...

Bold reader – open your mystical map and get ready to travel through time with 21 dazzling stories of daring and deceit, reward and punishment. Meet gods, goddesses and demigods, serpents, coyotes, talking fish and clever spiders, and cavort with sea nymphs, mystical women, terrifying beasts and volcano people – as you discover different tales of how the world began.  These powerful, fascinating myths and legends will transport you to every corner of the globe. You’ll journey from ancient...

Discover the secret lives of more than 30 extraordinary creatures that share our cities. From red foxes sneaking rides on London buses to leopards prowling the backstreets of Mumbai, this book explores the clever ways animals have adapted to the urban environment and explains how you can help protect our wild neighbours. Crammed with buildings, traffic and people, urban spaces are the last place you’d expect to see wildlife. But all kinds of animals live alongside us in the hidden corners of...

Explore the animal kingdom like never before with the Animal Atlas from Lonely Planet Kids. Unfold maps to reveal animals from every continent and lift the flaps to see their unique environments and habitats. Discover a world of animal facts, life-size photos and creature features – from a bear’s paw and a baby turtle to an anteater’s tongue and a goliath bird eater, the world’s heaviest spider. EEK! All drawn to scale so you can measure yourself against them. You’ll find animals...

Experience 60 of the world’s greatest adventures on water – from sailing the Nile by felucca and cruising the Canadian Arctic, to exploring Pitcairn Island by cargo ship. With detailed accounts of each route, beautiful photos and practical tips on how to plan your own voyage, Amazing Boat Journeys will help you discover a more rewarding way of travelling. From the seafaring Polynesians to the Chinese Age of Discovery, travel by water shaped the world. That same spirit of exploration...

Extraordinary? You bet. Elusive? Not quite. From Antarctica and the Amazon to Victoria Falls and the Great Wall of China, Lonely Planet reveals 101 spectacular sights and how to see them on any budget. Inspiring and practical, with expert advice on how and when to visit, where to stay and a range of itineraries, you’ll discover how to visit the world’s wonders in a way that suits you. This collection includes both natural and human-made sights across the world. We’ve selected locations that...

Lonely Planet’s West Coast Australia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Snorkel among pristine coral at Ningaloo Marine Park, tour the wineries and breweries in the Margaret River wine region, and experience the bizarre landscapes of the Pinnacles Desert at dawn, sunset and full moon – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of West Coast Australia and begin your journey now!...

Lonely Planet’s Best of Australia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore magnificent Sydney Harbour, see the Great Barrier Reef and watch the sunset at Uluru – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Australia and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Australia: Full-colour images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet’s Central America Planning Map helps you explore with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions and themed lists. With this easy-to-use, full-color map in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of Central America – so begin your journey now! Easy-fold format Handy slipcase Full color and easy to use Beautiful imagery Tailored...

Lonely Planet’s Best of Central America is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Laze over dinner in a beachfront thatched hut on Bocas del Toro, Panama; explore remarkable jungle temples in Tikal, Guatemala; and stroll the picture-perfect cobblestone streets of Granada, Nicaragua. All with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Central America and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet’s South America Planning Map helps you explore with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions and themed lists. With this easy-to-use, full-color map in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of South America – so begin your journey now! Easy-fold format Handy slipcase Full color and easy to use Beautiful imagery Tailored...

Lonely Planet’s Best of South America is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze down on sparkling Rio de Janeiro from Pao de Acucar, spot wildlife in the Galapagos Islands, and hike the legendary Inca Trail to Machu Picchu – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of South America and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of South America: Full-colour images throughout Highlights...

Lonely Planet’s Cruise Ports Northeast Asia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Discover Nagasaki’s vibrant charm, venture back to a time of samurai in Kakunodate, and relax on Okinawa’s palm-fringed, sugar-white beaches – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Northeast Asia and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Cruise Ports Northeast Asia: Full-colour maps and images...

Lonely Planet’s Cruise Ports European Rivers is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wander through the courtyards of fairy-tale Prague Castle, admire the artistry in the soaring spires of Kölner Dom and raise a glass of champagne at the top of the Eiffel Tower – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of European Rivers and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Cruise Ports European...

Lonely Planet’s Cruise Ports Mediterranean Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Catch the cable car up Mt Srđ for breathtaking views of Dubrovnik, work up an appetite for the world’s best pizza in Rome, stroll Hania’s lovely Venetian harbour, and taste some of Greece’s best food – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Mediterranean Europe and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely...

Lonely Planet’s Goa & Mumbai is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Laze in your beachfront hammock in-between yoga sessions at Palolem Beach, poke about in boutiques and book shops in Panaji, and explore extravagant Victorian architecture in Mumbai – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Goa and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Goa & Mumbai: Full-colour maps and images...

Lonely Planet’s Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take in the intricate floral designs on the Taj Mahal, marvel at the splendour of Old Delhi’s remnants of former empires and spot a magnificent tiger in the wild at Ranthambore National Park – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Rajasthan, Delhi & Agra and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s...

Lonely Planet’s South India & Kerala is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Float along Kerala’s backwaters as the sun sinks behind whispering palms, hit the beach in Goa and watch incense-clouded evening processions around Madurai’s joyful Meenakshi Amman Temple – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of South India & Kerala and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s South India &...

Lonely Planet’s Western Balkans is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Catch the cable car up Mt Srd for breathtaking views of Dubrovnik, Croatia; watch the beautiful people over the rim of a coffee cup in Budva’s cobbled Old Town lanes in Montenegro; and trek around the stunning landscapes of Kosovo’s Rugova Mountains. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Western Balkans and begin your...

Camper trailer touring is one of the most liberating ways to travel, allowing adventurous souls to push into some of Australia’s most remote and picturesque locations.Produced in collaboration with Camper Trailer Australia, the Go-To Guide for Campers covers everything you’ll need to know, presented in an easy-to-read format with plenty of pictures and, of course, a handful of Hema maps. The Go-To Guide covers: Trip planningPreparationEquipment & GadgetryMaintenance & DIYSafety &...

Canberra and the ACT boast a huge range of beautiful environments, making the region perfect for exploring on foot. This third edition of Canberra’s Best Bush, Park & City Walks introduces over 40 of the best walks for visitors and residents alike, ranging from fascinating city walks and leisurely lake-side strolls to more rugged tracks deep in the bush. Completely updated, the book now includes some of the walks that previously appeared in Best Bush, Town and Village Walks Around the ACT....

DK's Tokyo travel guide has been redesigned with you, the traveller, in mind, so you can take it wherever you go. Your journey starts here. Featuring DK's much-loved maps and illustrations, walks and information, plus all new, full-colour photography, this 100% updated guide to Tokyo brings you the best of this captivating city in a brand-new, lightweight format. What's inside?  full-colour photography, hand-drawn illustrations, and maps throughouteasy-to-follow walks and...