Lonely Planet's Great Britain is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Puzzle the mysteries of Stonehenge, sip whisky in Scotland, and hike the mountains of Wales; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Great Britain and begin your journey now!

Inside Lonely Planet's Great Britain Travel Guide:

Up-to-date information -

all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak

Planning tools for family travellers

where to go, how to save money, plus fun stuff just for kids

What’s New feature

taps into cultural trends and helps you find fresh ideas and cool new areas our writers have uncovered

NEW Accommodation feature

gathers all the information you need to plan your accommodation

NEW Where to Stay in London map

is your at-a-glance guide to accommodation options in each neighbourhood

Colour

maps and images throughout

Highlights and itineraries

help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

Insider tips

to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

Honest reviews for all budgets

eating, sleeping, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Cultural insights

give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, people, music, landscapes, wildlife, cuisine, politics

Over

150 maps

Covers

England
London, Canterbury, Southeast England, Oxford & the Cotswolds, Bath, Bristol, Somerset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Dorset, Devon, Cornwall, Isles of Scilly, Cambridge, East Anglia, Birmingham, the Midlands, Yorkshire, Manchester, Liverpool, Northwest England, The Lake District, Newcastle, Northeast England

Wales
Cardiff (Caerdydd), Pembrokeshire, South Wales, Brecon Beacons, Mid-Wales, Snowdonia & North Wales

Scotland
Edinburgh, Glasgow, Southern Scotland, Stirling, Central Scotland, Inverness, Northern Highlands & Islands

The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Great Britain, our most comprehensive guide to Great Britain, is perfect for both exploring top sights and taking roads less travelled.

Looking for just the highlights? Check out Pocket London, a handy-sized guide focused on the can’t-miss sights for a quick trip.

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