Lonely Planet & Lonely Planet Kids

Get ready for an incredible thrill-packed journey across the world with the second edition of Lonely Planet Kids The Travel Book. Continent by continent, this exciting hardcover book takes children through every country on Earth. Did you know that: Canada is home to around 2 million lakes? The Great Barrier Reef in Australia is so big that it can be...

Even life's simplest moments deserve a breathtaking backdrop… Discover 100 lavish lavatories and outstanding outhouses that offer a window to our world. Who knew the loo could offer such a view? From Tokyo's transparent public toilets to the sand-swept privy in the Namib desert; Abraham Lincoln's 1850's outhouse to a barren bog on Bolivia's Altiplano; it's time to see more...

Get ready for a journey through every country in the world. In this fourth edition of The Travel Book, each country features an all-new profile that includes details of when to visit, what to see and do, and how to learn more about the country’s culture through its film, music, food, and drink. All brand-new, incredible photography illustrates each country,...

Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing countries around the world. Japan, here we come! Did you know that Japan is home to super-fast bullet trains, or that there's a museum where you can experience being a samurai or ninja, or that you can climb giant...

Discover 385 weird and wonderful sights and places around the globe - from eerie ghost towns to bizarre natural phenomena - that you never knew existed! Take a journey through the world's lesser-known marvels - like an island where cats outnumber people in Japan or ancient caves lit by glowworms in New Zealand - and experience some of the most...

It's time for takeoff! Keep curious kids flying high with this fun activity book that's packed with more than 80 aviation-themed word and picture games. The perfect accompaniment for a flight, long-distance trip, or a rainy day spent indoors, kids can while away the hours exploring word searches, roaming mazes, and discovering top aviation facts. What is the largest plane...

With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles, and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. In this...

Discover the best of Europe—one weekend at a time—with this collection of 100 short trip itineraries with maps to feed your wanderlust and inspire your next getaway. Explore Vienna’s vines, Umbria’s hilltop towns, and Oxford’s literary legends with 100 carefully plotted and mapped travel itineraries featuring epic escapes to discrete islands; hidden and unexpected sides of well-known destinations; fun family...

Take a photographic journey through every country in the world with this beautiful paperback edition of our global bestseller that makes the perfect coffee table book. Discover a bounty of breathtaking images on every page; find fun little-known facts; and learn more about the lives and landscapes of those we share our fascinating planet with. Sail on slow boats through...

Lonely Planet Japan by Lonely Planet, Ray Bartlett, Rob Goss, Winnie Tan, Craig McLachlan, Rebecca Milner, Felicity Hughes, Jessica Korteman, Selena Takigawa Hoy, offers insights from local travel experts, revealing everything you need to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Japan. Discover Japan's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, from hitting the...

Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Discover 200 of the best places to ride a bike in this beautifully illustrated hardback. From family-friendly, sightseeing urban rides to epic adventures off the beaten track, destinations range from France and Italy, for the world's great bike races, to the wilds of Mongolia and Patagonia. These journeys will inspire—whether you are...

Discover 200 of the greatest runs on the planet, across all seven continents, in this beautiful paperback edition of our bestselling hardback, featuring easy-access park runs and city loops to iconic marathons and epic ultras. Explore the world with 50 first-hand accounts of running adventures as told by those who enjoy breaking a sweat as they traverse new landscapes. With...

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 25 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise Bay of Islands, meander to vineyard restaurants on Waiheke Island, and spot whales off Kaikoura Coast. Get to New Zealand, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet's...

Lonely Planet's Best Road Trips New Zealand reveals 25 incredible escapes with maps, allowing you to experience the freedom of the open road. Get ready for a road trip like no other and discover unforgettable drives across New Zealand. These journeys range from 2-day escapes to adventures of a week or more, travelling through the Southern Alps, relaxing in hot...

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 Andalucía. Discover Andalucía's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, from relaxing on some of the most attractive beaches in the Costa del Sol, to searching for Neolithic rock paintings inside Cueva de los Murciélagos,...

The ultimate fun-filled travel journal for globetrotting kids to write, draw, play games, and capture special memories during their next big trip! This all-in-one journal, scrapbook, and sketchbook is an extension of the Lonely Planet Kids A Kid's Guide To series and is the perfect keepsake for curious adventurers. Packed with fun prompts, fill-ins, games, and spaces for notes, pictures,...

Lonely Planet Kids The Animal Book by Ruth Martin is a beautiful hardback that reminds us of the remarkable nature of animals around us. This captivating book introduces some of the world's most incredible creatures, from those you can spot in your back garden to more endangered species found in jungles, deserts, and freezing oceans. It delves into our relationship...

Blast off into the cosmos with the latest title in the popular 'How Things Work' series, which includes How Cities Work, How Airports Work, How Trains Work, and How Ships Work—books that reveal the inner workings of familiar places and vehicles. Featuring fantastic illustrations by James Gulliver Hancock, Lonely Planet Kids How Spaceships Work explores the ultimate vehicles: spaceships. Discover...

This interactive and colourful atlas takes young readers on a hands-on journey all around the world. Each page turned brings a new continent to life with a total of more than 100 flaps to lift, beautifully detailed illustrations, and fun facts about different cultures, species of wildlife, and places to visit along the way. Written by Kate Baker and accompanied...

Never forget an adventure with this bright and bold journal from Lonely Planet Kids. Packed with writing topic suggestions, lists to complete, ideas for getting the creative juices flowing, and lots more fill-in fun, this is the perfect way for young travellers to record their memories from a trip. There's space to write, draw, collage, colour, and complete—turning the finished...

Are we there yet? Banish the boredom of long car journeys and big trips with Games on the Go, a fun and colourful mix of spotting games, drawing challenges, word searches, dingbats, and more. A must-pack addition on any family trip, it fits easily inside hand luggage and can be deployed in seconds! Comes with 40 wipe-clean cards and a...

Welcome to the amazing world of flags! Did you know that each flag is actually a picture that sends a message to everyone who sees it? In The Flag Book, Lonely Planet Kids introduces you to the flags of every country in the world, from Afghanistan to Zimbabwe, and tells you what their design, colours, and images represent, along with...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's USA Planning Map is your conveniently-sized passport to travelling with ease. With this easy-to-use, full colour navigation tool in your back pocket, you can truly get to the heart of the USA, so begin your journey now! Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase...

Make your vacation memories last a lifetime with this awesome fill-in children’s travel journal that’s packed with brilliant activities and prompts to inspire kids to write and draw their adventures. Budding diarists can record precious moments from their trip in this pocket-sized book and create the ultimate holiday souvenir to cherish forever. Draw your own passport picture; make a cool...

Meet the real Japan and fall in love with its culture, customs, traditions and people in this illuminative exploration of one of the most extraordinary countries on the planet. Japan is a country full of surprising contrasts from its sacred Shinto shrines to its effervescent pop culture. Get to the heart of beloved rituals from slurping oodles of noodles, to...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Scandinavia. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from hiking Sweden's spectacular Kungsleden, to channelling Shakespeare at Hamlet's old haunt Kronborg Slot in Denmark, and exploring an oasis of cool cafes in Stockholm's Soedermalm. Build a trip to remember with...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Japan Planning Map is your essential navigation tool. This full-colour map features accompanying images and information about top attractions, itinerary suggestions, a transport guide, themed lists, and practical travel tips. Features: Durable and waterproof Easy-fold format and convenient size Handy slipcase Full colour and easy to use...

The ultimate book of van travel inspiration featuring 200 out-of-this-world van-worthy adventures around Europe. Discover an epic collection of van trips across Europe's roads lasting from five days to two weeks and longer. Featuring 50 first-person stories and a further 150 amazing ideas for trips that will take you from the lakes of Northern Italy to the wild Highlands of...

Lonely Planet's Japanese Phrasebook and Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Japanese phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Learn your sushi from your sake, enjoy an elaborate tea ceremony, and navigate elaborate transit maps, all with your trusted travel companion. Get More From Your Trip with Easy-to-Find Phrases for...

Lonely Planet's Best Day Walks New Zealand is your passport to 60 easy escapes into nature. Stretch your legs away from the city by picking a walk that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. Snake around ancient volcanoes, amble through native bush, and trek alongside river valleys with spectacular...

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 and City Trails: Singapore, join Lonely Planet...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from sampling local wines from family-owned vineyards in Martinborough, to exploring Waipoua Forest with Maori guides, and stargazing among the dunes bordering Medlands Beach. Build a trip to remember with Lonely...

Who's the biggest smarty pants in your family? Find out with Lonely Planet Kids Brain Teasers on the Go, a selection of puzzles, challenges and games suitable for all members of the family. With 40 reusable wipe-clean cards and an erasable pen, this fun addition to Lonely Planet Kids is perfect for long car journeys, quick trips to the shops,...

The ultimate snapshot of every country in the world featuring new local insights from travel experts and the top experiences for each destination. Spot wildlife in Australia's lush green Daintree Rainforest; tour Japan's exquisite temples in Kyoto; discover Gaudi masterpieces in Spain's buzzing Barcelona. Get to know the amazing countries that populate our planet and start planning your next big...

Discover how to explore Europe sustainably with this ultimate collection of 80 no-fly itineraries. Featuring trips that range from a weekend to a month, we show you how to avoid chaotic airports and reduce the carbon footprint of your travel with detailed route maps and transport connection information for trains, buses, ferries and more. Embark on a Norwegian rail odyssey;...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides France is your passport to 40 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, we cover the country with...

Lonely Planet's Best Bike Rides New Zealand is your passport to 38 day trips on two wheels. Use pedal power to see a destination through a new lens by picking a ride that works for you, from just a couple of hours to a full day, from easy to hard. From rail trails to coastal pathways, we cover the country...

Take a journey into the unknown and discover over 150 extraordinary locations-from ice caves and haunted houses to glowing lakes-in this fully updated and revised guide to the world's most secret places. Climb a stairway to nowhere on top of a mountain, lose yourself in the world's largest maze, and descend into caves lit by glowworms. Whether deep underwater in...

Lonely Planet Philippines by Lonely Planet, Regis St Louis, Iain Stewart, Greg Bloom, Ray Bartlett, and Michael Grosberg offers everything you need to plan a trip of a lifetime to the Philippines with insider knowledge from local travel experts. Discover both popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from visiting Boracay Island's stunning White Beach to enjoying a blissful dip in the swimming...

Lonely Planet's East Africa is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Feel the pounding of hooves as wildebeest stampede across the Serengeti; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's East Africa Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a visually inspiring collection of...

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 Spain. Discover Spain's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets, from watching turquoise waves wash onto pearly white sands on Formentera's beaches, to sampling world-famous Galician seafood along the coast, and seeing a soulful Flamenco...

Take a hands-on tour of our amazing planet in this interactive world atlas for young kids that explores all 7 continents and 5 oceans that make up the Earth. Packed with vibrant illustrations, 40 lift-the-flaps, and tons of wow-factor facts; readers will even discover a giant pull-out map and fun search-and-find games. Let the adventure begin! Did you know there...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Morocco. Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from hopping between the food stalls at Djemaa El Fna for snails, grills, fried fish, and meat stew, to taking a two-day excursion into the Sahara with camels, and trekking around Jebel...

Lonely Planet Cambodia's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Cambodia. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from spotting dolphins on the Mekong Discovery Trail, to exploring the castaway-cool archipelago of Koh Sdach, and visiting the Sosoro Museum to learn about the history of money in Cambodia. Build a trip to...

Lonely Planet's Scotland is our most comprehensive guide, extensively covering all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Venture across the sea to explore Skye, admire the views from Ben Nevis, and experience historic and beautiful Edinburgh, all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Scotland Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks -...

How our planet was shaped by earth, air, fire and water. Planet Earth. Four elements. One incredible story. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride through history, geography, science and more. Take an amazing journey into the planet’s past and discover how four elements - earth, air, fire, and water - created the world and everything that exists today. Lonely Planet...

Packed with puzzles, riddles, dingbats, and more, this fun and challenging companion to Boredom Buster and The Round the World Quiz Book will test the whole family. Travel-themed, it’s perfect for car journeys, holidays, and rainy days. Puzzles increase in difficulty throughout the book, keeping kids occupied on both short and long trips. It also helps to develop logic and...

Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's France Planning Map is your conveniently sized passport to travelling with ease. Get more from your map and your trip with images and information about top city attractions, walking tour routes, transport maps, itinerary suggestions, an extensive street and site index, and practical travel tips and directory....

Lonely Planet Europe Planning Map is the perfect tool for effortless Europe travel planning. Discover expert advice on must-see sights, ensuring you experience the best of what Europe has to offer. Benefit from practical travel tips that cater to all your travel needs. Whether you're a seasoned traveller or a first-time visitor, this resource is indispensable for all planning stages....

Lonely Planet's Journey Shikoku Pilgrimage is the definitive guide to one of the world's great adventures—bringing you closer to the culture, history, and landscapes you'll encounter along the way. Get inspiration, ideas, and planning tips from our experts who have walked every step to uncover unique experiences you can make all your own. Discover magnificent mountain views, see the 'temple...

Explore over 70 countries and cultures around the world in this globetrotting activity and sticker book. Race camels through the Algerian desert, spot the difference between Bangladeshi rickshaw drivers, unscramble anagrams to name the US presidents on Mount Rushmore, and even perform the haka with the New Zealand rugby team. Your adventure begins on Baffin Island in northern Canada, where...

Lonely Planet's Sicily is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Admire the charms of historic Syracuse, explore the islands of the Aeolian archipelago, and experience Stromboli's lava-strewn crater, all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Sicily Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks -...

Where does luggage go after check-in? What happens in the control tower? How do aeroplanes actually take off? From a peek inside the maintenance hangar to the hustle and bustle of departures, this interactive, lift-the-flaps book reveals the hidden secrets of the airport, ensuring kids and parents never look at their holidays in the same way again. Lonely Planet Kids...

Lonely Planet's Western Europe is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Catch a West End show in London, explore Rome's ancient sites, and take a slow boat along the Rhine; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Western Europe Travel Guide: What's NEW...

Lonely Planet's South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Spot wildlife in Kruger National Park and visit the Cape; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's South Africa, Lesotho & Eswatini Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks -...

Lonely Planet's Greek Islands is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Marvel at Santorini's stunning clifftop sunsets, stroll through Rhodes' Old Town alleyways, and sample Crete's best cuisine; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Greek Islands Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks...

From the Roman Colosseum and Pyramids of Giza, to Machu Picchu and Stonehenge, we’ve picked some of the world’s greatest man-made structures and reveal how they were built, as well as their huge influence on modern life and tourism. By opening the gate-folds and lifting the flaps, kids will travel back in time to discover why these wonders were constructed...

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to New Zealand's South Island. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from taking New Zealand's most scenic train route, the TranzAlpine, to whale spotting in Kaikoura, and exploring Christchurch's beautifully restored city centre. Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's New Zealand's...

Lonely Planet's Experience Thailand is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Escape to the quiet beaches of Ko Kut, dig into spicy fish curries in Phuket, dance at a secret rave in Ko Mak - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover Thailand's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience Thailand:...

Lonely Planet’s Experience Vietnam travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic destination with one-of-a-kind adventures at every turn. Slurp thick noodle cao lau in Hoi An, cruise around Halong Bay’s ancient islets, wander Banana Island’s plantations – using our local experts and planning tools to create your own unique trip. Inside Lonely Planet’s Experience Vietnam: - Local...

Lonely Planet's Experience Japan travel guide reveals exciting new ways to explore this iconic country with insider tips from our local experts and handy planning tools so you can create your own unique trip. Discover amazing local experiences, from sampling delicious street food and Japan's finest sake in Takayama's old town, to seeing Kyoto's iconic Golden Pavilion temple, and swimming...

From the bright blue hues of Jodhpur, Rajasthan's medieval metropolis, to the deep purples of Provence's lavender fields, discover the world through a stunning collection of photographs with the first and only travel guide by colour palette. This inspiring book features 400 photographs of amazing destinations and events across a plethora of vivid shades. From the deep reds of Tambopata...

This lip-smacking compendium of quirky and tasty snacks from around the world features sweet, crunchy, chewy, and salty treats like you wouldn't believe. Do you dare to dig in? From cheese and onion flavoured chocolate bars in Ireland, to salted egg popcorn in Taiwan, and bacon gumballs in the USA, Snacks Around the World is packed with fun facts, awesome...

Lonely Planet's Greece is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the country has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. Discover the sites of Ancient Greece, relax on pristine beaches, and feast on regional food and wine; all with your trusted travel companion. Inside Lonely Planet's Greece Travel Guide: Lonely Planet's Top Picks - a...

With stories of 50 incredible hiking routes in 30 countries, from New Zealand to Peru, plus a further 150 suggestions, Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World will inspire a lifetime of adventure on foot. From one-day jaunts and urban trails to month-long thru-hikes, cultural rambles and mountain expeditions, each journey shares one defining feature: being truly epic. In this...

From Lonely Planet: The world's number one travel guide publisher* Durable and waterproof, with a handy slipcase and an easy-fold format, Lonely Planet's Africa 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-colour map in your back pocket,...

Lonely Planet's Borneo is our most comprehensive guide that extensively covers all the region has to offer, with recommendations for both popular and lesser-known experiences. 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. Inside Lonely Planet's Borneo...

All aboard! From the fastest to the longest, the oldest to the newest, through tunnels, across bridges and up mountainsides, take a fascinating ride through the world of trains in this brilliant new book from illustrator James Gulliver Hancock. In this follow-up to How Cities Work and How Airports Work, young readers travel through history and around the world to...

Do you know where in the world you can buy drinkable gold; why an 'elephant's foot' is one of the most dangerous objects in the world; or where you might have to swim to school? Discover the answers to these questions and loads more mindblowing facts in The Cities Book, where readers aged 8+ are taken on an incredible world...

Get ready to travel across the world and back into history, to meet some of the world's greatest explorers in this big fun, fully illustrated reference book. Readers will learn about both famous—and these days sometimes controversial—names, such as Columbus, Magellan, and Roald Amundsen, plus little-known ones, from a broad range of cultures and backgrounds. These include Jeanne Bare, the...

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...

Get ready for an epic adventure like no other with our awesome series of kid's travel guides featuring the most amazing cities around the world. New York City, here we come! Did you know that New York City is home to one of the first playgrounds in the United States, or that the highest point in the city is 100...

Explore the world beneath our feet with this fascinating rock-collecting guide that teaches kids everything they need to know to become an expert rock collector. Learn all about rocks, discover rocks from around the world, understand the do's and don'ts of rock collecting and find and identify rocks with this practical and portable book for budding geologists. This is the...

Bring the French language to life with this beautifully illustrated children's book from Lonely Planet Kids, an imprint of Lonely Planet, the world's leading travel guide and phrasebook publisher. Perfect for the whole family, First Words French features 100 words to use while travelling, from food and transport, to animals and weather. Each word is accompanied with a bold illustration...

Explore the amazing world of maps from the first sketches on cave walls to real-time maps on phones. Discover their incredible history and marvel at ancient maps, war maps, weather maps, and even interactive maps from computer games. Packed with awesome facts, kids will soon grasp how to read maps and symbols, plus learn how to make their own! Wow-factor...

Lonely Planet Fiji by Anirban Mahapatra, Chantae Reden, and Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveals all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Fiji. Discover popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences from snorkelling with blacktip and whitetip reef sharks in Kuata, to hiking the wilderness trail of Lavena Coastal Walk to find beautiful hidden beaches, and visiting...

This spine-tingling collection of spooky stories features over 20 eerie tales from across the globe. Discover bewitching retellings of ghost- and monster-filled myths regaled with ghoulish relish and journey continent-by-continent through this haunting book. With shocks and twists like you wouldn't believe - are you brave enough to read them all? Packed with mind-boggling mysteries, real unexplained enigmas, and traditional...

A follow-up to A Place Called Home, this beautifully illustrated lift-the-flap book, Lonely Planet Kids A Time to Celebrate, explores and celebrates different people, places, cultures, and traditions from across the world. Featuring eight festivals—at least one from each of the inhabited continents—this title provides a glimpse into diverse traditions, customs, and beliefs. By lifting the flaps and reading the...