Lonely Planet Eastern Europe

Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Walk Dubrovnik's city walls, discover history in Krakow, and explore Moscow's Red Square—all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Eastern Europe and begin your journey now!

Inside this comprehensive travel guide, you'll find up-to-date information with all businesses rechecked after 2020's COVID-19 outbreak, plus a new top experiences feature showcasing Eastern Europe's best experiences and where to have them. Colour maps and images throughout bring the region to life, while highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests. Insider tips save you time and money, helping you get around like a local while avoiding crowds and trouble spots.

With honest reviews for all budgets covering eating, sleeping, sightseeing, shopping and hidden gems that most guidebooks miss, plus cultural insights into history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine and politics, this guide offers everything you need for a richer, more rewarding travel experience. Over 85 maps cover Albania, Belarus, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia and Ukraine—making it perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.