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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

People out hiking on Emerald Lake Trail in Estes Park

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

The city of Chattanooga, Tennessee

Dec 17, 202412 min read

The 12 Best Day Trips from Chattanooga, Tennessee

Historic architecture in Richmond, Virginia

Dec 16, 202411 min read

The Top 10 Day Trips from Richmond, VA

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

The desert landscapes beyond Las Vegas, ideal for a day trip

Dec 7, 20249 min read

The 8 Best Day Trips from Las Vegas

Explore Costa Rica on a road trip with these top scenic routes. Shutterstock

Dec 5, 20246 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips in Costa Rica

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

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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

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

Cities, small towns, river and mountain views – this road trip from Los Angeles to Seattle has it all. Zi Yang/Getty Images

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

Lone Spur Cafe on Whiskey Row in Prescott, Arizona

Nov 8, 20246 min read

The 7 Best Road Trips in Arizona to Discover Ancient Culture and Modern Wonders

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Oct 25, 202411 min read

The Best of Bavaria, Beyond the Mainstream

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

Don't worry, you'll spot just as many sheep in Southern Scotland as you would in the north. Emily Macinnes/Lonely Planet

Oct 13, 202410 min read

Spend 5 Days Road-Tripping Through Southern Scotland

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

Plan your motor home travels around Australia with this guide to routes, seasons and vehicles. Benjamin Probert/Getty Images

Sep 11, 20248 min read

How to Plan a Camper Trip Around Australia

Passengers board trains at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus.

Aug 30, 202415 min read

The Best Ways to Travel Around in India

Get to know the diverse landscapes and cultures of Alberta on this road trip from Edmonton through the Ukrainian Bloc. Shutterstock

Aug 30, 20249 min read

The Ultimate Road Trip Through Northern Alberta, Canada

Lonely Planet Marketing Coordinator, Aoife Breslin just got back from a road trip through Switzerland and they loved it. Aoife Breslin for Lonely Planet

Aug 26, 20247 min read

Copy My Trip: Ultimate Switzerland Road Trip

From Canada to Chile to New Zealand, camper van travel is a great way to explore the world. EB Adventure Photograph / Shutterstock

Aug 23, 20248 min read

The 8 Best Destinations for an RV or Camper van Adventure

From short scenic drives to epic countrywide journeys – like National Hwy 1, which takes you over the Sea Cliff Bridge south of Sydney then around the entire country – these are 10 of the best road trips in Australia. Taras Vyshnya/Shutterstock

Aug 22, 20249 min read

10 Road Trips for Discovering All of Australia

An EV road trip through Basque Country allows you to explore where the hidden jewels of this region – such as Txomin Etxaniz Winery – lie. Coke Bartrina for Lonely Planet; Graphics by Dustin Johnson

Aug 1, 20248 min read

Eco-Friendly Cars Connect to the Best of Spain’s Basque Country

Tour beyond the cities to lush countryside, historic townships and unique national parks in Malaysia

Jul 25, 202411 min read

The 8 Best Road Trips in Malaysia for Beaches, Wildlife and More

The open landscapes of Yellowstone and Wyoming, ideal for a road trip

Jul 21, 20248 min read

Pack up and Set Out on These Wild Wyoming Road Trips

Snail Creek Hat Company in Luckenbach. A Texas road trip can create memories that last a lifetime.

Jul 14, 202411 min read

Unique Experiences Through West Texas and Hill Country

Sustainable agritourism activities – like you can find at Quesos Artisanos Villarejo – are revered cultural experiences in Spain. Blake Horn for Lonely Planet

Jul 12, 202410 min read

Spanish Agritourism: Rural Experiences in La Rioja and Beyond

Road tripping through Cappadocia means dramatic scenes around every turn © Anastasiia Shavshyna / Getty Images

Jul 9, 20248 min read

The 8 Most Incredible Road Trips in Türkiye

From the most iconic long-distance routes to round-trip drives that can be done in a day, these are the best road trips in Patagonia © Marco Bottigelli / Getty Images

Jun 30, 202412 min read

The 8 Most Spectacular Road Trips in Patagonia

Explore beyond Savannah with thes day trips to beaches, islands and historic sites © Ken Schulze / Shutterstock

Jun 23, 20246 min read

6 of the Best Day Trips from Savannah

Your Lowcountry adventure starts in charming Charleston © f11photo / Shutterstock

Jun 20, 202410 min read

From Charleston to Savannah: The Ultimate Lowcountry Road Trip

These scenic driving routes take in the best of Ecuador © Marcelina Zygula / Shutterstock

Jun 16, 20246 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips in Ecuador

Day trips from Atlanta yield fun surprises – like Bavarian-influenced Helen, Georgia © Sean Pavone / Shutterstock

Jun 14, 202410 min read

The 10 Best Day Trips from Atlanta

Within an hour of Amsterdam, you can find modern architecture, charming historic towns and (naturally) windmills aplenty © Wut_Moppie / Shutterstock

Jun 11, 20247 min read

6 Great Day Trips from Amsterdam for Canals, Windmills, Cutting-Edge Buildings and More

A country road winding through the Belgian countryside

Jun 10, 202413 min read

6 Best Road Trips in Belgium

The route from Las Vegas to Great Basin National Park includes the Extraterrestrial Highway © Laura Motta / Lonely Planet

Jun 7, 20248 min read

Road Tripping: From Las Vegas to Great Basin National Park

Strap in for an incredible journey on one of these epic road trips through Argentina © Westend61 / Getty Images

Jun 1, 20248 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips in Argentina

There are picturesque landscapes at every turn in Switzerland © ake1150sb / Getty Images

May 24, 20249 min read

7 of the Most Spectacular Road Trips in Switzerland

From epic coastal drives to historic maritime villages to whale watching in the Bay of Fundy, read all about the best places to go in Nova Scotia © NetaDegany / Getty Images

May 23, 20249 min read

11 Best Places to Visit in Nova Scotia

Drive the wild highways and coastlines of Nova Scotia on a road trip © Peter Unger / Getty Images

May 23, 20248 min read

9 of the Best Road Trips in Nova Scotia

This itinerary takes you up the Wild Atlantic Way county-by-county – a thrilling route that encompasses adventurous hiking trails, scenic overlooks, foodie stops, history from the Bronze age to WWII © Robert Ormerod for Lonely Planet; Graphics by Dustin Johnson / Lonely Planet

May 20, 202414 min read

Coasts, Castles and Culture: Nine Days on Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way

View of the Grossglockner in Tyrol, Austria

May 19, 20246 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips in Austria

From the lakeside beauty of Berchtesgadan to stunning Bavarian castles, here are the best day trips from Munich © Cavan Images / Getty Images

May 18, 202411 min read

10 of the Best Day Trips from Munich: Nature, Culture, and Fairy-Tale Castles

Explore more of the Netherlands by car (or bike) with these top driving routes © Karl Hendon / Getty Images

May 14, 20248 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips to Take in the Netherlands

Hit the road in Europe with these top driving routes © Miemo Penttinen - miemo.net / Getty Images

May 13, 202414 min read

15 Best Road Trips in Europe

Brightly painted Cadillacs are buried head first in the ground at Cadillac Ranch, Amarillo, Texas, USA

May 5, 20246 min read

Top 10 Weird and Wonderful USA Roadside Attractions

On these routes, which span the entire USA including Austin Texas (above), you’ll never be too far from a recharging station for your EV © Roschetzky Photography / Shutterstock

Apr 29, 202412 min read

The 7 Best Electric Vehicle Road Trips in the US

Take a driving or cycling tour through Slovenia with these top routes © Adam Wrobel / Shutterstock

Apr 29, 20248 min read

5 of the Best Road Trips and Long-Distance Cycling Routes in Slovenia

As you drive in and around Oregon, magnificent peaks like Mt Hood are inescapable © Anna Gorin / Getty Images

Apr 28, 20248 min read

5 Road Trips Through Oregon’s Amazing Landscapes

See more of Jamaica with these top driving routes © Ralf Liebhold / Shutterstock

Apr 20, 202410 min read

7 of the Best Road Trips in Jamaica

Not far from the glitz of the Strip, the open road offers desert adventures © JacobH / Getty Images

Apr 10, 20246 min read

These 5 Road Trips from Las Vegas Will Take You Far Beyond Casinos and Glitz

Florida is well-suited for road-tripping © Philip Lange / Shutterstock

Apr 10, 20247 min read

7 Best Road Trips in Florida

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