Lonely Planet Best Road Trips USA

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet's trusted travel companion featuring 51 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Cruise down the California Coast, gaze up at the Rocky Mountains, or immerse yourself in New England's history. Jump in the car, turn up the tunes, and hit the road!

Inside you'll find itineraries for classic road trips plus lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs. Full-color route maps provide easy-to-read, detailed directions, while delightful detours help you see the USA's highlights along the way. Link your trips together to cruise from one driving route to the next, and discover insider tips to help you get around like a local, avoid trouble spots, and stay safe on the road with advice on local driving rules, parking, and toll roads.

Stretch your legs with the best things to do outside the car, and access essential info at your fingertips including hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, and prices. You'll find honest reviews for all budgets covering eating, sleeping, sightseeing, and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss, all brought to life with lavish color photography. Covering New York, the Mid-Atlantic, New England, Florida, the South, the Great Plains, Rocky Mountains, California, the Pacific Northwest, Route 66 and more, this is the perfect choice for exploring the USA via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car.