Books

May 2, 2023 • 4 min read

Edinburgh offers a diverse range of new and vintage goods, catering to tourists, students and locals alike.

Mar 10, 2023 • 4 min read

Discover the essence of Copenhagen’s coolness at these five independent shops.

Feb 1, 2023 • 3 min read

The shopping options in London can be overwhelming. So we’ve narrowed our list to five of the city’s best independent shops.

Jan 19, 2023 • 4 min read

These five retailers blend modern style with artisanal quality. And you’ll find them only in Lisbon.

Dec 16, 2022 • 6 min read

Bookworms will love the newly restored Oval Room at the historic Richelieu library – as well as these other storied reading spots all over Paris.

Jul 25, 2022 • 8 min read

NK Jemison, Tomi Adyemi and other best-selling authors share their favorite bookstores in the US.

Jan 31, 2022 • 8 min read

Though often overlooked, travel writing has been an important part of Black literature for centuries – here are 15 of the best travel books by Black women…

Jan 17, 2022 • 4 min read

From vintage postcards to secondhand clothing, Berlin's flea markets have everything a bargain hunter needs, plus atmosphere, live music and beers.

Jan 10, 2022 • 7 min read

Writer Eloghosa Osunde takes us on a personal, literary journey through her hometown of Lagos.

Dec 6, 2021 • 6 min read

Curling up with a book this winter? London's beautiful, unique bookshops are the perfect place to pick one up.

Nov 24, 2021 • 3 min read

Bookstores can provide hours of entertainment for kids and oases for travel-weary parents – these shops deserve a spot on your family travel itinerary.

Jun 14, 2021 • 5 min read

Learn about Japanese food culture and restaurant etiquette with this extract from Lonely Planet's new book, Eat Japan.

Jun 11, 2021 • 5 min read

Fantastic food can be served anywhere in Italy. But how do you know an enoteca from a tavola calda, and which one is right for you?

Mar 1, 2021 • 9 min read

Travel writer Sophy Roberts spent two years crossing the cold, harsh wilderness of eastern Russia in search of a piano—a gloriously absurd quest detailed in…

Jan 6, 2021 • 12 min read

Writer Annie Daly shares her top movies, books and TV series to transport you straight to the destination.

Dec 9, 2020 • 7 min read

Christopher Beanland's book "Lido" connects the best outdoor swimming pools with the architecture and history of the destination.

Dec 2, 2020 • 4 min read

To celebrate Lonely Planet’s new book The Perfect Shot, we caught up with photographer Philip Lee Harvey to find out what his most memorable images are.

Nov 25, 2020 • 0 min read

If you're reading more while social distancing, these books for all 50 states will take you on an exciting tour of the United States.

Nov 24, 2020 • 4 min read

Find every color of the rainbow at these eye-catching locations around the world.

Nov 19, 2020 • 7 min read

Canada has many celebrated writers, and lots of quirky bookstores. This literary-themed itinerary takes you to the best of Canada's book scene.

Nov 19, 2020 • 6 min read

Nanjala Nyabola's new book "Travelling While Black: Essays Inspired by a Life on the Move" explores race and identity in people on the move.

Nov 5, 2020 • 8 min read

The man who created #VanLife is now living off-grid. His new book, Off Grid Life: Your Ideal Home in the Middle of Nowhere, celebrates alternative homes.