History

Sep 7, 2024 • 7 min read

Whether you prefer to walk the trail at your own pace or join a guided tour, here's how to follow Boston's Freedom Trail from start to finish.

Sep 4, 2024 • 7 min read

Savor traditional cuisine, take a hike for panoramic views and shop at chic boutiques – here's how to see the best of Lyon in a weekend.

Aug 22, 2024 • 8 min read

Colonial cities, adventure treks, scuba diving, surfing: all there is to do in Central America can be overwhelming. Here’s our guide to the region’s best.

Aug 12, 2024 • 7 min read

No other food is as quintessentially American as the barbecue, the nation's favorite feast. Here's our pick of the best BBQ joints in the USA.

Aug 11, 2024 • 9 min read

Get to know more about Maui on your visit with this brief history of the island in 15 places.

Aug 9, 2024 • 6 min read

Slovenia’s capital is a top destination for a laid-back European city break. Here's our guide to spending a perfect weekend in Ljubljana.

Aug 5, 2024 • 7 min read

The Gullah Geechee communities of the Southeastern US brim with history and tradition. At these 18 sites, you can explore this uniquely American culture.

Aug 2, 2024 • 8 min read

Despite its luxe palaces and ornate architecture, a trip to Vienna doesn't have to blow the budget – there's plenty to do that's completely free.

Aug 1, 2024 • 8 min read

You’ll appreciate not just the sights and culture but also knowing that you’ve left this pristine region just as you found it

Aug 1, 2024 • 6 min read

There’s much more to this charming mountain town than skiing and snowboarding. Here’s what you can enjoy in all seasons.

Jul 27, 2024 • 4 min read

There are some unique benefits to traveling solo as a woman. Here's what you need to know.

Jul 24, 2024 • 7 min read

Wherever you choose to drive in Montana, beautiful sights await. Here are a few suggestions for exploring the best of Big Sky Country by road. 

Jul 24, 2024 • 7 min read

Cuenca and Toledo are replete with some of Spain’s most striking centuries-old architectural treasures

Jul 24, 2024 • 8 min read

One of Lonely Planet’s destination editors recently visited Québec City for the first time in decades. Here what made her trip memorable.

Jul 16, 2024 • 9 min read

Get a feel for Italy with our guide to the best films and TV shows that showcase the country's history, landscapes and culture.

Jul 14, 2024 • 10 min read

In between Austin and El Paso are hundreds of miles of adventures under that iconic expansive sky

Jul 12, 2024 • 5 min read

From city beaches to rooftop cinemas, here are the best events taking place in Paris this summer (away from the Olympics).

Jul 8, 2024 • 5 min read

Some of the most memorable exteriors in "Friends" were shot on location in New York. Here are our favorites.

Jul 8, 2024 • 10 min read

In recent years, Spain has been taking important strides to put sustainability at the forefront of its tourism industry

Jul 8, 2024 • 8 min read

The Cowboy State welcomes you with wide open spaces and lots of personality. Here are the best things to do in Wyoming.

Jul 2, 2024 • 7 min read

The locales of Georgian-era England depicted in "Queen Charlotte" are more than film sets – they're real, and even more interesting in person.

Jun 26, 2024 • 4 min read

Discover Mexico City’s first incarnation – as the center of the Aztec empire – at these fascinating sites all over town.