Lonely Planet Great Britain

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Great Britain.

Discover Great Britain's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from stepping into a period drama as you roam honey-hued lanes and bridges in the Cotswolds' Bourton-on-the-Water; to enjoying a wee dram at Talisker, Skye's oldest distillery; and spotting grey seals, dolphins and migratory birds on Lundy Island.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Great Britain travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips, with an all-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Great Britain effortlessly. Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions, while expert local recommendations cover eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more.

Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Hampton Court Palace to St David's Cathedral & Bishop's Palace and Edinburgh Castle, brought to life with vibrant photography and maps including a pull-out map of London. Connect with British culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions, and find essential travel information on arriving, transport, local etiquette, money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel. Coverage spans London, Canterbury & Southeast England, Oxford, the Cotswolds & 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, and The Highlands & Islands.