Detailed Guidebooks

Marvel at the stunning ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, admire the art treasures in the Vatican museums, make a wish and throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain or follow in the footsteps of the Romans at the Colosseum. From recommendations of child-friendly restaurants to suggestions for rainy-day activities, this guide book takes the work out of planning a family trip to Rome.Inside Family Guide Rome: Each major listing includes details of the nearest places to grab a snack...

An unbeatable, pocket-sized guide to New England, packed with insider tips and ideas, colour maps, top 10 lists and a laminated pull-out map - all designed to help you see the very best of New England. Explore historic Boston, visit the iconic Hyannis, relax on a cruise around picturesque Newport, hit the slopes in New Hampshire's scenic White Mountains or enjoy a canoe ride surrounded by Vermont's majestic Green Mountains. From Top 10 festivals and events to Top 10 outdoor...

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 Thailand brings you the best of this beautiful country in a brand-new, lightweight format. What's inside? Full-colour photography, hand-drawn illustrations, and maps throughoutEasy-to-follow walks, drives, and itinerariesOur pick of Thailand's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gemsInsider tips and information: when to visit,...

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 India brings you the best of this truly incredible country in a brand-new, lightweight format. What's inside? Full-colour photography, hand-drawn illustrations, and maps throughoutEasy-to-follow walks, drives, and itineraries Our pick of India's must-sees, top experiences, and hidden gemsInsider tips and information: when to visit,...

Your journey starts here. DK Eyewitness has reimagined and updated their iconic travel guides. This brand new Costa Rica guide, now in a lightweight format, has been expertly curated with all new photography plus DK's much-loved illustrations and maps. Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself thereReasons to love Costa Rica: amazing wildlife, natural wonders, breathtaking beaches - what will yours be?See Costa Rica from a different angle: lots of fresh ideas for...

Discover South Africa with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport to this incredible country before you've even packed your case. Enjoy bustling, creative cities such as Cape Town and Johannesburg, learn about the nation's tumultuous history at the Apartheid Museum, and admire the natural splendour of Kruger National Park and Table Mountain. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide South Africa covers the must-see sights and the hidden corners, so...

Lonely Planet’s Oman, UAE & the Arabian Peninsula is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you.  Feel the desert’s allure in Oman’s Sharqiya Sands, dine at the top of the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, in Dubai, and see faith expressed in the masterpieces of the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Oman, UAE & the Arabian Peninsula and begin your...

Lonely Planet Borneo is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Dive with sea turtles on the Semporna Archipelago, visit the water village of Kampung Ayer, or hang with the orangutans at Tanjung Puting National Park; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Borneo and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Borneo Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help...

Lonely Planet Best of Malaysia & Singapore is your passport to Malaysia and Singapore's top sights and most authentic experiences. Enjoy some of Malaysia's best food in charismatic George Town, hunt out giant rafflesia flowers in Sarawak or sing karaoke at the Jonker Walk Night Market, all with your trusted travel companion. Offering visually-inspiring content along with the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you, this photo-rich,...

Lonely Planet Nicaragua is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Kayak through Central America's largest mangrove forest, experience life on a coffee farm, or chill out on idyllic white-sand beaches; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Nicaragua and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Nicaragua: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip...

Lonely Planet Guatemala is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit Tika's monumental restored temples, learn to speak Spanish while admiring picture-postcard vistas in Antigua or hike Lago de Atitlan's lakeshore trails; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Guatemala and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Guatemala Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and...

Lonely Planet 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. Scale the Maya temples of Tikal, surf the smoothest and most uncrowded waves in Latin America, or explore the colonial charms of Granada; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Central America and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Central America: Colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help...

The Australia Truckies Atlas is tailored to the professional driver, with a complete Hema Road Atlas and necessary truck-related features to help drivers navigate all over Australia. Each map displays B-Double and road train routes as well as truck stops, heavy vehicle rest areas, weighbridges and low-clearance bridges, which are also listed in a directory with necessary information and map references. There are 112 town maps to complement the Australia-wide atlas maps, with truck routes,...

From windswept grey nomads to sun kissed newly-weds, Hema's Go-To Guide for Caravans is a vital companion for every kind of caravan-hauling holiday maker. Everything the reader will need to know is presented in an easy-to-read format, with plenty of info-graphics and Hema maps, and advice from an extensive network of industry-leading experts. The Go-To Guide covers: Trip planningPreparationEquipment & GadgetryMaintenance & DIYSafety & SecurityFood and FrivolitiesInspiring Destinations ...

Discover New Zealand with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this beautiful country before you've even packed your case. Hike up mountains and glaciers, taste world-class wines, go whale-watching or enjoy spectacular coastal drives - DK Eyewitness Travel Guide New Zealand covers the must-see sights and the hidden corners, so you won't miss a thing. Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself thereReasons to...

Discover Florida with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to the Sunshine State before you've even packed your case. Sample Miami's vibrant nightlife, take a boat on the Everglades, visit Orlando's theme parks or explore the remote Florida Keys - DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Florida covers the must-see sights and the hidden corners, so you won't miss a thing. Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself...

Discover Poland with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to this beautiful country before you've even packed your case - step back in time in Torun, Lublin, Krakow and Gdansk, explore the tranquil Mazurian Lakes, tuck into barszcz beetroot soup, or take in some folk music. The DK Eyewitness Guide to Poland covers the must-see sights and the hidden backstreets, so you won't miss a thing. Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Poland:...

Discover Bali and Lombok with this essential travel guide, designed to help you create your own unique trip and to transport you to these beautiful islands before you've even packed your case - explore the myriad wildlife in Bali's Barat National Park, island-hop between the Gili Isles of Lombok, or relax on the tranquil island of Nusa Lembongan. Gorgeous, all-new colour photography so you can imagine yourself thereReasons to love Bali and Lombok- emerald-green paddy fields, natural wonders,...

The Best of World Cruising is all about inspiring you, dear traveller, to get on board – on board with new destinations, new experiences and all the classic journeys. I've visited so many places around the world with Getaway, and in this book I share all my favourite trips by water, be it sailing the sun-soaked islands of Croatia, gliding through the glaciers of Alaska on a cruise liner or discovering the epic waterfalls of the Kimberley on an expedition boat. I've also reached out to...

Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Samba the night away in Lapa, people-watch and sip sunset cocktails on Ipanema Beach or get up close to Christ the Redeemer and marvel at the panoramic view of Rio; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Rio de Janeiro and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet Rio de Janeiro: Full-colour maps and images...

Discover the freedom of open roads with Lonely PlanetNormandy & D-Day Beaches Road Trips, your passport to uniquely encountering this region by car. Featuring four amazing road trips, plus up-to-date advice on the destinations you'll visit along the way, sample Norman cheeses and get close to WWI and WWII history, all with your trusted travel companion. Get to France, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet Normandy & D-Day Beaches Road Trips: Lavish colour and gorgeous photography...

Lonely Planet Tibet is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hike around sacred Mt Kailash, join pilgrims at the Jokhang, Tibet's holiest sanctum, or view Mt Everest unobstructed from Rongphu Monastery; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Tibet and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Tibet Travel Guide: Colour maps and images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor...

Lonely Planet’s Best of France is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Embrace the sights and sounds of Paris, sample tangy olives at the weekly market in Provence and explore the vineyards of Champagne – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of France and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of France: Full-colour images throughoutHighlights and itineraries help you tailor your...

Have you ever wanted to find fairies in the garden, meet a unicorn, ride a dragon or share a picnic with a mermaid? Just because you’ve never seen these magical creatures doesn’t mean they don’t exist! The Wild Things of stories and the imagination are everywhere, but they’re shy, secretive, sometimes camouflaged and only reveal themselves to true believers. This fantastical guidebook will help you track dragons, create fairy fashions, brew magic potions, build snow unicorns, discover trolls...

Lonely Planet’s Pocket Lake District is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Climb to the top of Scafell Pike for eye-popping views, spot the inspiration for Beatrix Potter’s tales at Hill Top and cruise Coniston Water in stately 19th-century style on a steam yacht gondola – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of the Lake District and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely...

Lonely Planet's Andalucía 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 Alhambra?s perfect blend of architecture and nature, visit the Spanish Royals? residence at the Alcazar and hike to the rugged cliff-top town of Ronda ? all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Andalucía and begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Andalucía: Colour maps and images...

Discover Australia’s Top 100 4WD tracks using this guide as your ultimate off-road adventure tool. Each page features colourful, glossy imagery and detailed tracks personally mapped out and driven by the Hema Map Patrol and our team of experts, for the most up-to-date information across 19 different regions of Australia. With the 4WD Adventures guide, you can expect to have a reliable source of knowledge at your fingertips, turning your 4WD trip into a reality. Features: 100 4WD trips from 19...

For over 20 years, Hema's Map Patrol has been mapping the interior of Australia. In this comprehensive guide to traversing Australia's desert regions, Hema takes you into the arid heart of Australia. Whether you are a desert lover, or just looking to tackle some of Australia's favourite 4WD destinations, this informative guide is an indispensable companion to those tackling Australia's great desert tracks. This edition includes handy track profiles showing elevations and distances as well as...

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring USA's capital city.Learn about the nation's history at the Lincoln Memorial, enjoy the view from the Washington Monument or explore the portraits at the Smithsonian Museum- everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Washington, DC with this indispensable travel guide.Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide...

The ideal travel companion, full of insider advice on what to see and do, plus detailed itineraries and comprehensive maps for exploring this historic city.Explore ancient sights, from the Colosseum to the Palatine, admire Michelangelo's masterpieces in the Sistine Chapel or marvel at the treasures in the Vatican Museum- everything you need to know is clearly laid out within colour-coded chapters. Discover the best of Rome with this indispensable travel guide.Inside DK Eyewitness Travel Guide...

Lonely Planet’s Sydney is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Take to the water and explore the spectacular harbour by boat; laze on the beach at Bondi and watch the waves – and the surfers – roll in; and hunt down the latest trendy bars and restaurants. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Sydney and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Sydney:Colour maps and images...

Get ready for a walking tour like no other! This seriously streetwise guide is packed with themed trails, from history and skyscrapers to food, nature and spooky stuff, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales you won’t find on the tourist routes.In City Trails: Singapore, join Lonely Planet explorers Marco and Amelia as they hunt for more secrets, stories and surprises in another of the world’s great cities. You’ll discover a wobbly rainforest walkway, a rainbow-coloured school, racing...

Get ready for a walking tour like no other – all from the comfort of your sofa! This seriously streetwise guide is packed with themed trails, from food and festivals to music, art and sport, that reveal amazing facts and intriguing tales you won’t find on the tourist routes.In City Trails: Barcelona, join Lonely Planet explorers Marco and Amelia as they hunt for more secrets, stories and surprises in another of the world’s great cities. You’ll discover human pyramids, dancing eggs, a witch...

What can you do with a cardboard box? Plenty! No longer destined for the recycling bin, turn your spare scraps into amazing things, from a hot air balloon and space rocket to a Chinese dragon and Tiki totem pole!Welcome to a world of crafting, creativity… and cardboard! Lonely Planet’s Cardboard Box Creations will take you around the globe as you build 20 travel-themed objects, icons and famous landmarks. Including step-by-step instructions and a starter kit of cardboard sheets with cut-out...

Experience 60 of the world’s greatest and most unforgettable train journeys, from classic long-distance trips like Western Canada’s Rocky Mountaineer and Darwin to Adelaide’s The Ghan, to little-known gems on regular commuting lines.We’ve always had a soft spot for trains. We know the moment a train pulls out of a station bound for somewhere fantastic is when the adventure truly starts. Amazing Train Journeys is the culmination of asking more than 200 travel writers for their absolute...

Where does luggage go after check in? What happens in the control tower? How do planes actually fly? This interactive, lift-the-flap book takes you behind-the-scenes to uncover the hidden secrets of the airport – from a peek inside the cockpit to the hustle and bustle of departures.In this follow-up to How Cities Work, we explore the earliest airports through to today’s giant transport hubs and what airports could look like in the future. Packed with amazing facts and illustrations from James...

Lonely Planet’s Southeast Asia on a Shoestring is your passport to having big experiences on a small budget, offering the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, what hidden discoveries await you and how to optimise your budget for an extended continental trip. Watch the sun rise over Cambodia’s temples of Angkor; hang out, hit the beach and learn to cook in Vietnam’s cosmopolitan, buzzing Hoi An; and kayak around the turquoise waters of Laos’ Si Phan Don. All with your...

Lonely Planet's Maldives is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Encounter hammerhead sharks on a dawn dive, find your perfect luxury beach resort or family-run guesthouse, and hop around by seaplane for a view of coral atolls, blue lagoons and tiny desert islands – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Maldives and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Maldives:Colour maps and images...

Lonely Planet’s Chile & Easter Island is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Strap on your pack and hike through winding forests to behold the granite mountain spires of Las Torres; watch sunset turn the Valle de la Luna intense purple, gold, pink and yellow; and puzzle over the giant statues of Easter Island. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Chile & Easter Island and begin your journey...

Lonely Planet’s Cape Town & the Garden Route is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Soak in the view from the summit of Table Mountain, take a boat to Robben Island for an insight into the country’s history, and explore the beaches, forests and verdant mountains along the majestic Garden Route – all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Cape Town and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s...

Lonely Planet’s Best of Rome 2019 is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Imagine the roar of the crowds in the Colosseum, crane your neck at the Sistine Chapel, and sample every single flavour of pizza and gelato the city offers – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Rome and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Rome 2019:Full-colour images throughoutHighlights and...

Lonely Planet’s Middle East is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Wonder at the mighty Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving ancient wonder; watch the sun set over the honeycombed magic of Petra; and explore tree-lined boulevards and exquisite blue-tiled mosques in Esfahan, Iran. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Middle East and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Middle...

Lonely Planet’s Best of Barcelona 2019 is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze in wonder at Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia, stroll along La Rambla and the ancient streets of the Barri Gotic, and take your pick of tapas joints – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Barcelona and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Barcelona 2019:Full-colour images throughoutHighlights and...

Lonely Planet Best of Scandinavia is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Gaze in wonder at the aurora borealis in Finland, sail Norway’s majestic fjords, and shop the best of Scandinavian design in Stockholm – all with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Scandinavia and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Scandinavia: Full-colour images throughout Highlights and itineraries help...

Lonely Planet’s Best of Vietnam is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Immerse yourself in history in the warren-like lanes of Hoi An Old Town; cruise through shimmering seas past karst limestone peaks in Halong Bay, and kayak through ethereal caves or trek verdant rainforest mountains in Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. All with your trusted travel companion. Discover the best of Vietnam and begin your journey...

Lonely Planet Best of Switzerland 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 flower-strewn meadows, ski through fresh powder in the Alps, or relax by the shores of Lake Geneva; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Switzerland and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet Best of Switzerland Travel Guide: Full-colour maps and images throughout Highlights and itineraries help you...

Lonely Planet’s Kyoto is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk through thousands of vermillion entrance gates towards the summit of Fushimi Inari-Taisha; glimpse ‘old Japan’ in the lanes of Gion; and time your trip for the best cherry blossom and crimson maple leaves. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of destination and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s Kyoto: Colour maps and...

Lonely Planet’s East Africa is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Feel the pounding of hooves as wildebeest stampede across the plains of the Serengeti; get close to gorillas in Volcanoes National Park, Rwanda; and hike on the slopes of Mt Kilimanjaro. All with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of East Africa and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet’s East Africa:Colour maps and images...