Lonely Planet Philippines

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 hole at Anuplig Falls, and marvelling at the emerald-green rice terraces in and around the villages of Banaue and Batad.

Build a memorable journey with Lonely Planet Philippines travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format delivers a comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips, updated with an all-new structure and design to help you navigate the Philippines with ease and connect experiences seamlessly.

Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys alongside suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities that cater to your passions.

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including the rice terraces at Banaue and Batad, Jaro Cathedral, and Pagsanjan Falls.

Enjoy special features on selecting your ideal island, experiencing a Manila walking tour, and accessing an extensive activities guide.

Benefit from expert local recommendations on when to visit, and where to eat, drink, enjoy nightlife, shop, stay, engage in adventure activities, attend festivals, and more.

Utilise the essential information toolkit that offers tips on arriving, transportation, making the most of your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel.

Connect with the culture of the Philippines through stories that delve into local life, history, and traditions. Enjoy inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps.

This guide covers regions including Manila, Around Manila, North Luzon, Southeast Luzon, Mindoro, Boracay & Western Visayas, Cebu & Eastern Visayas, Mindanao, and Palawan.

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and explore the heart of this extraordinary country with Lonely Planet Philippines.