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This eclectic itinerary takes art lovers on a fascinating spin around eastern Normandy. Shutterstock/Raphael Rivest

Jun 13, 202510 min read

Enjoy a 7-day Monet-inspired road trip in Normandy, France

Peggy's Cove in Nova Scotia. Brester Irina/Shutterstock

Jun 12, 202510 min read

From Halifax to Louisbourg: The ultimate road trip through Nova Scotia, Canada

A roadside viewpoint in Flores, Indonesia. Vera Vita/Getty Images

Jun 5, 202510 min read

7 of the best road trips in Indonesia: scenic drives through the islands

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Jun 4, 202510 min read

A road trip through the Baltic States

Chambord Castle. Getty Images

Jun 4, 20258 min read

The Loire Valley's five most scenic road trips

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May 26, 202510 min read

The ultimate 7-day summer itinerary in the French Alps

A road trip through Sicily will bring you views of gorgeous towns like Taormina. laraslk/Shutterstock

May 22, 20256 min read

The most scenic road trips in Sicily: volcanoes, baroque beauty and fabulous food

Views of Mont St-Michel from the road, Normandy. Vera Vita/Getty Images

May 20, 20257 min read

5 of the best road-trip routes in France

Bonnet House in Fort Lauderdale. TasfotoNL/Shutterstock

May 9, 20256 min read

The best day trips from Miami

The author and his Royal Enfield Himalayan motorcycle in Goa, India. Ian Neubauer for Lonely Planet

May 8, 20258 min read

The ultimate guide to traveling India by motorcycle

The waterfront in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Ferrantraite/Getty Images

Apr 29, 202512 min read

4 itineraries to see the best of Mexico

Sunset over the Topatopa Mountains. Fotosearch/Getty Images

Apr 27, 20258 min read

The best day trips from Los Angeles

Three Cliffs Bay on the Gower Peninsula, Wales. Billy Stock/Shutterstock

Apr 24, 20258 min read

4 of the best day trips from Cardiff

Cape Breton Island. Curtis Watson/Shutterstock

Apr 23, 20258 min read

7 unforgettable Canadian road trips

Sunrise in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Keneva Photography/Shutterstock

Apr 16, 202511 min read

See the best of Great Smoky Mountains National Park and more on this road trip

Michelangelo Square in Florence, Italy. Andrii Marushchynets/Shutterstock

Apr 13, 202511 min read

A first-time guide to Tuscany

Visit Balos beach near Gramvousa Peninsula. Robert Harding Video/Shutterstock

Apr 11, 202511 min read

Crete itineraries: 4 ways to explore this epic island

Natural splendor in Snowdonia. Pajor Pawel/Shutterstock

Apr 10, 202510 min read

The 6 best road trips in Wales, from dizzying mountain passes to coastal drives

The riverwalk in Milwaukee on a summer's day. Chris LaBasco/Shutterstock

Apr 7, 20259 min read

12 under-the-radar destinations in America's Midwest

Near Naples, a range of islands, towns and historic sites – such as Sorrento – offer the chance to unwind and discover. ©Ellen van Bodegom/Getty Images

Apr 7, 20258 min read

7 best day trips from Naples

Many sections of the Great Wall can be reached on a day trip from Beijing. fotohunter/Shutterstock

Apr 6, 202510 min read

Top day trips from Beijing: Explore nearby attractions

The scenic Mexican Hallway. Robert Briggs/Shutterstock

Apr 3, 202511 min read

Baja in 10 days: The ultimate road trip from Cabo to Tijuana

Some of the top wineries in the world are just a short ride by car or train from central Bordeaux. Justin Foulkes for Lonely Planet

Mar 10, 20257 min read

The best day trips from Bordeaux

A kayaker in Laguna Bacalar. Ghecipol/Shutterstock

Mar 5, 20259 min read

10 fantastic places to visit near Cancún

The best day trips from Dubrovnik include beautiful beach towns like Cavtat. Horia Merla/Shutterstock

Mar 1, 20257 min read

The 7 best day trips from Dubrovnik

The Tybee Island lighthouse in Georgia emerges from behind sand dunes.

Feb 26, 20256 min read

The best beaches near Savannah, Georgia

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Feb 17, 20255 min read

The best day trips from Rio de Janeiro

Albania’s roads are much better than their reputation would have it. marketa1982/Shutterstock

Feb 15, 20257 min read

Discover Albania with these 5 road trips

Outdoor market

Feb 11, 202511 min read

Costa Rica in 4 itineraries: explore national parks, surf towns and yoga hubs

The towering peaks in Torres Del Paine National Park. NOWAK LUKASZ/Shutterstock

Feb 7, 20258 min read

The 7 most incredible road trips in Chile

Explore beyond Cancún with these top day trips to Vallolid, underground water holes and more. Sun_Shine/Shutterstock

Feb 5, 20257 min read

6 day trips from Cancún: cenotes, Mayan ruins and more

Boating on the Kiawah River. Elizabeth Foley/Shutterstock

Feb 3, 20256 min read

The best day trips from Charleston, SC

Jan 25, 20258 min read

A Lonely Planet guide to driving the Pikes Peak Hwy

Getting out of town for a day is easy from Mexico City, especially with such a great roundup of place to visit like Taxco. Birol Bali/Shutterstock

Jan 15, 20258 min read

Here are the best day trips from Mexico City

Jan 10, 20258 min read

Discover Nevada’s history on this epic road trip

Explore more of Colorado with these top day trips from Denver © Sean Xu / Shutterstock

Dec 23, 202412 min read

The 10 best day trips from Denver

There might be no more beautiful drive in the world than a road trip through Vermont’s fall foliage. Shutterstock

Dec 18, 20246 min read

5 road trips for crisscrossing all of Vermont

Dec 17, 202412 min read

The 12 best day trips from Chattanooga, Tennessee

Read on for sublime day trips on the doorstep of Zürich (like Rapperswil above), all accessible by public transport. Shutterstock

Dec 11, 20245 min read

The 7 best day trips from Zürich for thermal spas, medieval cities and Alpine peaks

Grand Canyon overlook.
Lonely Planet Traveller Magazine, Issue 99, March 2017, Great Escape, Arizona

Dec 7, 20249 min read

The 8 best day trips from Las Vegas

From desert landscapes to historic townships, here are five unforgettable road trips to explore New Mexico. EB Adventure Photography/Shutterstock

Dec 3, 20247 min read

Start planning the ultimate road trip in New Mexico

Go cenote hopping on the Yucatan Peninsula on a day trip from Playa del Carmen. Tiago Fialho/Shutterstock

Dec 2, 20249 min read

The top 7 day trips from Playa del Carmen

Hiking, boating or riding the funicular to Mt Pilatus, here are the best day trips on the doorstep of this gorgeous Swiss city. Shutterstock

Dec 1, 20248 min read

8 stunning day trips from Lucerne, Switzerland

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

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

Nov 19, 202414 min read

Road-tripping from Los Angeles to Seattle

A dirt road through a national park with many tall cacti across the landscape.

Nov 18, 20247 min read

A one-stop guide to getting around in Arizona

Celebrate the culture of the Palenquero people in San Basilio de Palenque. Getty Images

Nov 15, 202412 min read

7 dazzling day trips from Cartagena, Colombia

Head to nearby Fredericksburg to explore the Pioneer Museum and try some German cuisine © Harmon Li for Lonely Planet

Nov 13, 202412 min read

The 10 best Austin day trips in Texas

Take an evening to explore the bars on Prescott's Whiskey Row before heading off on your Arizona road trip to Sedona. Andriy Blokhin/Shutterstock

Nov 8, 20246 min read

The 7 best road trips in Arizona to discover ancient culture and modern wonders

From waterfalls to wine country, Portland has an abundance of natural beauty to explore. Shutterstock

Nov 7, 20247 min read

The 5 best day trips from Portland, Oregon

The Bavarian culture of hospitality and Gemütlichkeit creates a warm and welcoming atmosphere for travelers. Courtesy of bavaria.travel / Frank Heuer

Oct 25, 202411 min read

The best of Bavaria, beyond the mainstream

Explore historic towns, wineries and national parks on these day trips from Valencia. Shutterstock

Oct 23, 20246 min read

6 of the best day trips from Valencia

Gauchos en Fiesta de la Tradicion in San Antonio de Areco

Oct 23, 20246 min read

5 day trips that will bring you beyond Buenos Aires

Tear yourself away from the charms of Montréal and explore the stunning landscapes of Québec on a day trip. Getty Images

Oct 22, 20245 min read

6 delightful day trips from Montréal

Download maps so you never need to worry © DanielGonzalezPhoto / Shutterstock

Oct 18, 20248 min read

The 8 best road trips in Utah

Explore the beauty of Scotland up close on these incredible road trips. SeraphP/Shutterstock

Oct 16, 20247 min read

5 of the most spectacular road trips in Scotland, from the Highlands to the islands

With hairpin turns, high altitude summits and stunning vistas, Colorado’s road trips are as fun as they are beautiful. Thomas Roche/Getty Images

Oct 12, 20249 min read

The 7 most thrilling road trips in Colorado

A river winds through lush fall foliage with a bridge in the distance

Sep 12, 20248 min read

Take a road trip through the stunning Hudson Valley

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