Art and Culture

Jul 7, 2020 • 5 min read

As some of the most popular museums in the world reopen, here are the new COVID rules and restrictions that visitors can expect.

Jul 2, 2020 • 4 min read

3 fun ways to celebrate Fourth of July while staying safe at home this year

Jun 27, 2020 • 10 min read

Although Italy's Dolomites offer plenty of opportunities for solitude, some of the best trail experiences come with a local guide.

Jun 26, 2020 • 6 min read

When lockdown is over and people start to travel the UK again, consider visiting some of these destinations, which may not be quite as crowded.

Jun 24, 2020 • 5 min read

Bristol City Poet, Vanessa Kisuule, introduces Lonely Planet to the sights and people of Bristol as she sees it. 

Jun 21, 2020 • 8 min read

These are some of the best hidden gems in San Francisco, from secret parks to scenic swings.

Jun 21, 2020 • 6 min read

It’s been over 50 years since peace, love and psychedelia burst out from the San Francisco underground into the mainstream, heralding 1967’s Summer of Love.

Jun 20, 2020 • 5 min read

Tasmania has worked hard to preserve its unique ecosystem, making it the perfect destination for sustainable travelers.

Jun 17, 2020 • 8 min read

Here's what it's like to move to Paris and stay at Shakespeare and Company bookstore.

Jun 16, 2020 • 7 min read

A look back at some of the friendships made during 12 years of Lonely Planet magazine.

Jun 16, 2020 • 5 min read

For decades, Cuba's female professionals have been redefining the country's art scene and exploring new avenues for income.

Jun 15, 2020 • 5 min read

As borders reopen, Lonely Planet looks at what safety measures travelers will see in France.

Jun 14, 2020 • 5 min read

Nova Scotia lobster is always delicious. Discover the ways you can try it fresh from the sea, in all manner of ways.

Jun 9, 2020 • 10 min read

The history RVs in the United States is intertwined with the story of its national parks, and with a hundred years of American pop culture.

Jun 5, 2020 • 3 min read

The globally beloved tradition of Spanish tapas, with its small plates for sharing and intimate settings, could be threatened by the coronavirus pandemic.

Jun 4, 2020 • 5 min read

Getting the perfect shot means holding your breath, watching for marine life, and staying safe. Sound easy? Dive in

Jun 4, 2020 • 10 min read

Traveler, Abongi Gael Bokongo, shares how fleeing a civil war with his family shaped how he travels the world.

Jun 1, 2020 • 5 min read

So you’re the ultimate Harry Potter fan but can’t decide where to take your next trip? Find out the perfect destination to suit your Harry Potter house.

May 29, 2020 • 3 min read

From Northern Lights igloos to underwater hotel rooms, here are seven places you can stay that have glass walls to bring the outside in.

May 29, 2020 • 7 min read

The Natchez Trace Parkway is a wonderfully scenic 444-mile drive filled with kitschy landmarks, historical sights and natural features.

May 26, 2020 • 11 min read

Porochista Khakpour's new book, 'Brown Album,' details her experiences as an Iranian-American woman from the 1980s to the present day.

May 22, 2020 • 6 min read

From the chilly fringes of Tierra Del Fuego to the bustling streets of Buenos Aires, here's how you can experience Argentine culture at home.