Archaeology

Sep 1, 2025 • 7 min read

Here are 15 ways to take in the charm of this southern Italian city.

Aug 27, 2025 • 11 min read

The sights in increasingly cosmopolitan Tirana revolve around striking monuments, avant-garde architecture and Albanian history, both ancient and recent.

Aug 26, 2025 • 9 min read

Australia is home to more than 100,000 significant Aboriginal rock art sites. Here are some of the best.

Aug 20, 2025 • 13 min read

We have your top tips for mezcal distilleries, crafts-making towns, festivals, food and more of the best of this superlative Mexican city and region.

Aug 19, 2025 • 9 min read

From Maya temples in Guatemala to Egypt’s most famous archaeological treasures, here are the best ancient ruins and monuments in the world.

Aug 8, 2025 • 6 min read

The route along the nearly 2000-year-old Roman fortification is one of Great Britain’s most rewarding and atmospheric long-distance walks.

Aug 1, 2025 • 8 min read

From painted tombs and ancient temples to sailing on the Nile, here are eight of the best things to do in Luxor, Egypt

Jul 30, 2025 • 9 min read

With its puffing volcanoes, pounding surf, silent salt flats and gleaming glaciers, Chile is the ultimate wonderland for adventures. Here's where to begin.

Jul 29, 2025 • 9 min read

Here's everything you need to know about visiting the Acropolis in Athens.

Jul 24, 2025 • 9 min read

Barcelona has a wealth of temptations, but much of what makes the city magical is free: walkable neighborhoods, glowing beaches and lively parks.

Jul 23, 2025 • 12 min read

Pick your boat and plan your route with this guide to the best stops on a Nile River cruise.

Jul 22, 2025 • 4 min read

Why settle for just mountains or sea when you can have both on a trip that combines Cortina d'Ampezzo in the Italian Dolomites with Split in Croatia?

Jul 19, 2025 • 15 min read

Explore Yerevan, off-road through stunning mountains and uncover Armenia's rich heritage with this five-day itinerary.

Jul 10, 2025 • 8 min read

Explore these ruins to grasp the extent of the Roman Empire, from Western Europe to North Africa to the Middle East.

Jul 10, 2025 • 13 min read

Every corner of Great Britain is infused with history, but in England, the storybook goes into overdrive. Here are the best historic sights in England.

Jul 1, 2025 • 6 min read

From hiking the Carian Trail to marveling at ancient ruins to savoring flavorful cuisine, Carian Türkiye is sure to bring you a special experience.

Jun 30, 2025 • 9 min read

Incredibly intact ruins of ancient Rome are dotted across Tunisia's landscape. Here's our pick of the best sites.

Jun 27, 2025 • 6 min read

Plan your trip one of Italy's most enchanting coastlines with this guide to seasons, crowds and places to stay.

Jun 27, 2025 • 12 min read

If you've ever imagined sand dunes and a palm-fringed oasis, you were probably dreaming of the Algerian Sahara.

Jun 26, 2025 • 9 min read

From towering Salisbury Cathedral to the standing stones of Stonehenge, here are the best things to do in and around Salisbury in southwest England.

Jun 25, 2025 • 5 min read

A great many of the city's glorious buildings and museums charge no fee one day a week, and numerous sites are freely accessible to the public every day.

Jun 24, 2025 • 10 min read

Often called Machu Picchu's little sister, Choquequirao can only be reached on foot. Lonely Planet editor Melissa Yeager shows you want to expect.