See the Northern Lights in Reykjavik - Lonely Planet's NEW Best of Europe travel guide


There simply is no way to tour Europe and not be awestruck by its natural beauty, epic history and dazzling artistic and culinary diversity.

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Lonely Planet’s Best of Europe is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. See the Northern Lights in Reykjavik, party in Amsterdam and ride through the canals of Venice – all with your trusted travel companion.

Europe TOP 10

1. London, Great Britain

2. Venice, Italy

3. Paris, France

4. Rome, Italy

5. Berlin, Germany

6. Dubrovnik, Croatia

7. Prague, Czech Republic

8. Vienna, Austria

9. Amsterdam, Netherlands

10. Budapest, Hungary

Inside Lonely Planet’s Best of Europe:

- Full-colour images throughout

- Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests

- Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots

- Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices

- Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sightseeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

- Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience - history, art, food, wine, sports, landscapes, wildlife

- Free, convenient pull-out map (included in print version), plus easy-to-use colour maps to help you navigate

Coverage Includes: London, Scottish Highlands, Dublin, Reykjavik, Amsterdam, Berlin, Paris, Provence, Barcelona, Lisbon, Prague, Vienna, Budapest, Rome, Venice, Florence, Tuscany, and more.

Writers: Alexis Averbuck, Mark Baker, Oliver Berry, Cristian Bonetto, Kerry Christiani, Belinda Dixon, Peter Dragicevich, Steve Fallon, Emilie Filou, Anthony Ham, Damian Harper, Catherine Le Nevez, Virginia Maxwell, Christopher Pitts, Kevin Raub, Brendan Sainsbury, Andrea Schulte-Peevers, Andy Symington, Nicola Williams, Neil Wilson

Discover the best of Europe and begin your journey now!