TRAVEL GUIDES

How does an Italian become Italian? Or an Englishman English, for that matter? Are foreigners born, or made? In An Italian Education Tim Parks focuses on his own young children...

The Camper Van Bible: Glovebox Edition is the perfect pocket-sized companion to accompany you on your travels and help your #vanlife dreams come true. From choosing layouts to emptying your...

Discover 500 amazing global adventures for colour seekers. From natural phenomena and architectural wonders to art installations and cultural events, The Rainbow Atlas takes you around the world from one...

Lonely Planet's original Signspotting books garnered phenomenal worldwide sales of over 300,000 copies. And now the world of gaffes and miscommunications is back with Ultimate Signspotting, a round-up of the...

The Rough Guide to Australia is the indispensable travel companion to this vast, stunning, totally unique destination. Whether you're making a bee-line for the beaches, stepping out on a wine...

East London has changed more dramatically than any other part of the city over the last thirty years. From a desolate, and in many places derelict, state after the bombing...

Explore Ireland with this full colour road map. Full colour map of Ireland at 9 miles to 1 inch (1:570,240), with clear, detailed road network and counties and new administrative...

The most incredible destinations, the most gorgeous photography, the most insightful advice: this is the book every traveller needs. From mythic mountain peaks to paradise private islands, the editors of...

The true Irish insider's guide to the very best Ireland has to offer. This fully comprehensive and independent guide to Ireland gives you only the very best recommendations, whatever your...

Explore new places with this authoritative map of Ireland. Large full colour Collins map of the whole of Ireland showing the road network in detail, and with a special emphasis...

Whether you want to hike the soaring peaks of Torres del Paine, soak in the hot springs of Pucon or lose yourself in Santiago's fine arts museums, your DK Eyewitness...

Lonely Planet's New Zealand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Hit the slopes in Queenstown,...

A city with a difference, Bangkok blends serene shrines with soaring skyscrapers and bustling streets with quiet canals. Whether you're exploring street food markets during the day or bar-hopping at...

Thailand's largest island, Phuket is so much more than its notorious nightlife. Away from the hustle and bustle, secluded beaches, tranquil temples and lush rainforests offer travel experiences galore.Make the...

Whether you want to chow down on deliciously fresh ceviche in Lima, descend into the wildlife-filled Amazon, or take the trail to Machu Picchu, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes...

Home to the lush Singapore Botanic Gardens, ornate historic architecture and towering skyscrapers, Singapore embraces the new and the old, all with sustainability at its heart.Make the most of your...

Mallorca has it all: a spectacular coastline and gorgeous beaches, a proliferation of ancient sites and castles, a stylish capital, and an arresting mountainous interior peppered with picturesque villages, hiking...

Hong Kong has it all: futuristic buildings home to glitzy shops and restaurants, traditional villages full of beautiful temples and gorgeous beaches lined with pristine coastline.Make the most of your...

Encapsulating traditional tearooms, cutting-edge boutiques and K-pop spots, South Korea's capital is the perfect introduction to Korean culture. Make the most of your trip to this captivating city with DK...

Let Secret London guide you around the unusual and unfamiliar. Step off the beaten track with this fascinating London guide book, now in its 4th edition. Let our local experts...

'Life is too short to waste time on second-class ambitions. Go for the big ones.' Now in his late seventies, Sir Ranulph Fiennes looks back on a lifetime of exploration,...

Backed by the purple peaks of the Atlas Mountains, the pink ramparts, labyrinthine alleys and magnificent mosques of Marrakech hold a dramatic aura that have attracted visitors for centuries.Make the...

Explore Cuba's spectacular scenery, profound history and lively culture. Whether you want to experience the vivacious nightlife in Santiago de Cuba, recharge on the soft sands of the Jadrdines del...

Experience Lisbon the local way with this insider's guide Lisbon is picture-perfect, with its mosaicked tiles, bright yellow trams and plates of pasteis de nata (and, boy, are there a...

A cornucopia of culture, Vienna puts art, music and theatre at centre stage. Whether you want to explore the stunning gardens of Schoenbrunn Palace, gaze at Gustav Klimt's masterpieces at...

Discover Prague - an enchanting city brimming with history and culture. Whether you want to bask in the medieval splendour of the Old Town Square, trundle past Prague castle by...

Located on the foothills of the Alps, the Italian Lakes are a glorious combination of snow-capped mountains, sumptuous villas and exuberant gardens, spellbinding all who visit.Make the most of your...

The four great cities of northern Belgium are home to fabulous art, elegant shopping streets and a rich assortment of museums - not to mention some of the world's best...

Beyond the famous palm-fringed beaches, Cuba is unimaginably diverse - think bottle-green mountains, biodiverse swampland and timeless towns.Make the most of your trip to this incredible island with DK Eyewitness...

Home to the lively Gaslamp Quarter, world-famous Balboa Park, and an eclectic collection of art galleries and museums, San Diego is jam-packed with must-visit spots and surrounded by natural beauty.Make...

Canada's cultural capitals, Montreal and Quebec City captivate with their innovative museums, historic sites and year-round festivals.Make the most of your trip to these must-visit cities with DK Eyewitness Top...

Overlooking one of the world's most spectacular harbours, Sydney is blessed with ocean beaches, lush tropical gardens, and a balmy climate that makes the great outdoors irresistible.Make the most of...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Edinburgh 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 views from...

Experience Florence the local way with this insider's guide Florence is truly timeless, with its Renaissance treasures, cosy trattorias and artisanal workshops. But what's beyond the historic sights? Mini basement...

Experience Barcelona the local way with this insider's guide Barcelona is a cultural colossus: ancient streets, top-notch museums and Modernista masterpieces. But what's beyond the well-trodden sights? Old pharmacies hosting...

Where to go for the best pints of Guinness in Dublin? Or when you're craving the ultimate sandwich? And what are the 5 shops you absolutely have to visit on...

Often featuring in lists of the world's best walks, the South West Coast Path is 630 miles long, and passes through two World Heritage Sites. This guide to the path...

Discover the communities that have made London the amazing place it is to live in and visit, with this fascinating walking guide to the history, culture, religion and cuisine of...

England and Wales might feel familiar to many, but there are countless hidden idylls and remote wildernesses to discover amongst the soaring passes, spectacular coastlines and boundless moorlands. For many,...

Lonely Planet's Pocket Dublin is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighbourhood by neighbourhood. Step back in time at Kilmainham Gaol, admire art at the...

Explore new places with handy pocket maps from Collins. Handy little full colour Collins map of central Dublin with a high level of detail. Map at a scale of 1:7,800...

Lonely Planet Spanish Phrasebook & Dictionary is your handy passport to culturally enriching travels with the most relevant and useful Spanish phrases and vocabulary for all your travel needs. Enjoy...

Lonely Planet's California is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Paddle in the Pacific, trek through...

Lonely Planet's Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos & Northern Thailand is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Visit...

Lonely Planet's Peru 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 ancient Inca citadel of...

Lonely Planet's Berlin is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Get up close to the Brandenburger...

Lonely Planet's Italy is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Explore over two millennia of European...

Lonely Planet's Pocket San Francisco is your guide to the city's best experiences and local life - neighborhood by neighborhood. Cross the Golden Gate Bridge, explore Chinatown, and discover the...