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The Treasury in the ancient city of Petra bathed in candlelight. Paul Biris/Getty Images

Feb 12, 202514 min read

15 of the world's best adventures to have at night

The Evergreens at the Emily Dickinson Museum in Amherst, Massachusetts. Sandra Foyt/Shutterstock

Feb 12, 202511 min read

The 15 best places to explore New England’s history

One of the historic ships docked at Mystic Seaport Museum. Faina Gurevich/Shutterstock

Feb 11, 202513 min read

The 18 best things to do in Connecticut

Trieste’s Grand Canal. Freesurf/Adobe Stock

Feb 11, 20258 min read

A first-time guide to Friuli Venezia Giulia, Italy

Explore the best of Jordan with this guide to the top places to visit, from Petra to the Dead Sea. Qutaibah Thawabi/Shutterstock

Feb 11, 202510 min read

The 8 most incredible places to visit in Jordan

See the Catedral de Sevilla, and more, in Spain's Andalucía region. Vladislav Zolotov/Getty Images

Feb 10, 202515 min read

The 23 best things to do in Andalucía

The Saxon city of Leipzig is just over an hour from Berlin and well worth exploring for a culturally-rich weekend. Oleg Senkov/Shutterstock

Feb 10, 20257 min read

Cultural Leipzig is ready to take over as Germany's coolest city

The Andalucian city of Huelva is the gateway to beaches, sites linked to Columbus and the Ermita del Rocío. Manuel Romaris/Getty Images

Feb 6, 202512 min read

The 13 best things to do in Huelva, Spain

People relaxing in fountain in Cordoba, Spain. Aleksandar Todorovic/Shutterstock

Feb 5, 202512 min read

The 15 best things to do in Cordoba, Spain

Lincoln Park and Old Town are two of Chicago's most intriguing neighborhoods. Sean Pavone/Shutterstock

Feb 5, 202511 min read

Chicago: A Lincoln Park and Old Town neighborhood guide

Kiyomizu-dera in the spring time. Sean Pavone/Shutterstock

Feb 5, 202512 min read

11 must-visit temples and shrines in Kyoto

The entrance to a neighborhood with a large sign that says "Saint Louis Ballpark Village"

Feb 4, 20258 min read

11 fun things to do in St Louis, Missouri

Jan 30, 20259 min read

2025’s must-visit museums: the world’s top openings and reopenings

A boat on the Chicago River passes beside landmark Chicago buildings, USA.

Jan 30, 202511 min read

The 15 best places to dive deep into Chicago's history

Jan 30, 202515 min read

15 places to learn about the history of India

Chicago is the setting for some of the most iconic architecture in America. Joe Daniel Price/Getty Images

Jan 30, 20259 min read

Where to see Chicago's most amazing architecture

Jan 29, 202510 min read

7 of the best places to drink Turkish coffee in Türkiye

Jan 27, 20258 min read

How and where to celebrate Holi in India

Jan 25, 20259 min read

Ultimate guide to the Taj Mahal

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Jan 24, 202516 min read

The 19 best things to do in New England

See some of Greece's best ruins at Delphi. Getty Images/iStockphoto

Jan 23, 20256 min read

The most dazzling ancient sites in Greece

Jan 23, 20256 min read

England's 8 most beautiful castles

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Jan 22, 202516 min read

The 17 best things to do in Rajasthan

Jan 22, 20256 min read

The 13 best things to do in Santa Fe

A visitor wearing jeans and a leather backpack takes photos of ancient ruins in Türkiye.

Jan 21, 20258 min read

The 12 most spectacular ancient sites in Türkiye

Jan 21, 20258 min read

Traveling to Rome in 2025? Here’s what you need to know about the Vatican Jubilee

Extend your Italy trip in Puglia for a dose of laid-back vibes and seaside sunshine. Martina De Pascali for Lonely Planet

Jan 16, 202513 min read

Want to extend your trip to Italy? Here are 5 perfect places for a weekend break

Plan your time in CDMX's Centro Histórico with this guide to hotels, restaurants and sights. Esdelval/Getty Images

Jan 15, 20258 min read

A guide to Centro Histórico, the beating heart of Mexico City

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Jan 12, 20255 min read

Discover the 6 must-visit destinations, recommended by Black female solo travelers

Jan 10, 20255 min read

A guide to Nevada’s unmatched natural experiences

Jan 10, 20258 min read

Discover Nevada’s history on this epic road trip

Take your partner to Mexico City and follow this itinerary for a weekend of romance. John Coletti/Getty Images

Jan 10, 20257 min read

How to spend the perfect romantic weekend in Mexico City

The image looks across a series of thick stone arches and two stone columns towards the sea, which has a thick thunder cloud over it.

Dec 23, 20248 min read

An explorer’s guide to Carthage, northern Africa’s ancient ruins

You might be surprised how much you can fit into a day in Washington, DC. Orhan Cam/Shutterstock

Dec 21, 20248 min read

How to spend a perfect 24 hours in Washington, DC

Indianapolis, IN, USA - June 17, 2014: Indianapolis skyline seen from Canal Walk near the Indiana State Museum June 17, 2014. The three mile loop is a popular walking and jogging trail in downtown Indianapolis.
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Dec 17, 202410 min read

20 free things to do in Indianapolis: art, parks, monuments and military history

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Dec 17, 20245 min read

A visitor’s guide to the National Civil Rights Museum at the Lorraine Motel

Dec 17, 202412 min read

The 12 best day trips from Chattanooga, Tennessee

Here's how to enjoy a three-day weekend in Mexico City for less than $500. Evan Ruderman for Lonely Planet

Dec 14, 20247 min read

Total Trip: How to enjoy a long weekend in Mexico City for less than $500

A tourist walking on the Hohenzollern Bridge and looking to the colorful love padlocks in Cologne (Koln), Germany
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Dec 10, 20245 min read

How to spend a perfect long weekend in Cologne

We've got everything you need to know about visiting the newly reopened Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris. Getty Images

Dec 5, 202411 min read

All you need to know about visiting Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

A center for adrenaline-fueled outdoor adventures, the small desert oasis of Huacachina makes a popular day trip from Lima, Peru. Shutterstock

Nov 29, 20249 min read

9 of the best day trips from Lima

Woman in red saree/sari in the Taj Mahal, Agra, Uttar Pradesh, India; Shutterstock ID 1036002985; your: Claire Naylor; gl: 65050; netsuite: Online ed; full: Taj Mahal intro

Nov 27, 202413 min read

Visiting the Taj Mahal: plan the perfect trip to India's iconic monument

Riga in Latvia is one of the cities that claims to have invented decorating fir trees at Christmas. Maria Vonotna/Getty Images

Nov 24, 20246 min read

8 Christmas traditions from around the world explained

A Buddhist monk practices a traditional mask dance. ryosho/Shutterstock

Nov 22, 20248 min read

The ultimate guide to Tibetan Buddhist monasteries: exploring gompas in the Himalayas

Tuck into turkey and countless side dishes during Christmas dinner in the UK. Getty Images

Nov 22, 20245 min read

Christmas dinners around the world: choose your favorite festive dishes

In Český Krumlov as well as Prague and other Czech cities, a wonderland of historic architecture and charm awaits. Jonathan Stokes for Lonely Planet

Nov 22, 20247 min read

Prague and beyond: 8 amazing places to visit in Czechia

The Whitney Plantation, in Wallace, Louisiana, offers a window into the state's history. Getty Images

Nov 21, 20246 min read

Day trips from New Orleans: 9 can't-miss jaunts from The Big Easy

Most visitors to Romania don’t miss Bran Castle – associated with the legend of Count Dracula – for good reason. Shutterstock

Nov 21, 20249 min read

A first-time guide to Romania

Inside the mosque inside the Tilla-Kari Medressa in Uzbekistan. iStock

Nov 21, 20246 min read

Copy My Trip: Exploring Uzbekistan's cities, deserts and mountains

Greater Palm Springs has a thriving creative culture that goes way beyond Modernism and ‘Forever Marilyn.’
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Nov 15, 20248 min read

Greater Palm Springs is an oasis for art fans

The glorious rock formations at Garden of the Gods are one of Colorado Springs’ biggest attractions. Jay Yuan/Shutterstock

Nov 7, 202410 min read

17 fabulous things to do in Colorado Springs

Fisterra may be the end of the road for pilgrims but your travels are only beginning in Northwest Spain. Jack Pearce for Lonely Planet

Nov 6, 202410 min read

8 things to do in Northwest Spain - beyond hiking the Camino de Santiago

Here are seven neighborhoods where you can soak up Portland’s cool, alternative, quirky vibes. Shutterstock

Nov 5, 20248 min read

7 of Portland, Oregon’s most exciting neighborhoods

Notre Dame is preparing to officially resume services on December 8, 2024. Chesnot/Getty Images

Oct 31, 20245 min read

Notre Dame reveals December opening date amid debate over entry fee

Stephansplatz in the early morning. Alexander Spatari/Getty Images

Oct 22, 20249 min read

Great reads from Lonely Planet: "A ticket to Vienna" by Ann Patchett

A large bronze fist sculpture suspended between bronze columns with city buildings and an American flag in the distance.

Oct 18, 20246 min read

How to spend the ultimate weekend in Detroit

A visit to Yellowstone National Park near Jackson Hole means quality time with bison. Getty Images

Oct 6, 20246 min read

These 4 day trips from Jackson Hole reveal glorious nature and a Wild West vibe

Full of great mid-century architecture, long wild walks and an incredible poolside scene, Palm Springs is prime for an adult field trip. Delpixel/Shutterstock

Oct 4, 20249 min read

A first-time guide to Palm Springs

From witch-themed history to iconic architecture, here are the best things to do in Salem. Getty Images

Sep 19, 202410 min read

10 of the best things to do in Salem, Massachusetts

Sep 16, 202416 min read

First-time guide: Best places to visit in San Francisco

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