Lonely Planet Great Britain

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Great Britain.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from enjoying a dram at Talisker, Skye's oldest distillery; to roaming the honey-hued lanes and bridges in the Cotswolds' Bourton-on-the-Water; and exploring the Forbidden Corner at the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Great Britain travel guide:

Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week tripsUpdated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate Great Britain and connect experiences together with easeCreate your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passionsGet fresh takes on must-visit sights including Stonehenge; National Botanic Garden of Wales; Glastonbury Abbey; Houses of Parliament & Big BenSpecial features on the Highlands, Brighton Beach, and Hampstead Heath walking tourExpert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and moreEssential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; useful words and phrases; accessibility; and responsible travelConnect with British culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of LondonCovers: London; Canterbury & the Southeast; Oxford, the Costwolds & the Thames Valley; Bristol, Bath & Southwest England; Devon & Cornwall; Cambridge & East Anglia; Birmingham & the Midlands; Yorkshire; Manchester, Liverpool & Northwest England; The Lakes, Cumbria & the Northeast; Cardiff & South Wales; North Wales & Mid-Wales; Edinburgh; Glasgow & Southern Scotland; Central Scotland; The Highlands & Islands 

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