Lonely Planet Western USA

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 Western USA.

Discover Western USA's most popular experiences and best-kept secrets. Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime road trip along the western coastline where dizzying sea cliffs and idyllic beach towns await. Admire the human-like saguaro cactus in the Sonoran Desert, one of the west's most enduring symbols of a harsh but beautiful landscape. Kick back in ultra-cool San Francisco with its fabulous restaurants and bohemian nightlife.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Western USA 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 Western USA 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.
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Route 66 to Alcatraz.
• 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 Western USA culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions.

Covers: Rocky Mountains, Southwest, California, Pacific Northwest.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Western USA.