Lonely Planet USA: 2026 - 2027 Travel Guide Plan the Trip of a Lifetime Detailed Itineraries & Maps Insider Tips Covers New York, California, Washington, DC and more

Discover the USA's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from driving a stretch of historic Route 66 in Oklahoma, to taking in the legendary music scene of Austin in Texas, and spotting herds of wild horses trotting between dunes that dot Assateague Island National Seashore in Maryland.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's USA travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate the USA effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Vibrant photography and maps
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Statue of Liberty & Ellis Island, to Niagara Falls, and Mission San José
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with USA culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: New York, New Jersey & Pennsylvania; New England; Washington, DC & the Capital Region; The South; Florida; Great Lakes; The Great Plains; Texas; Rocky Mountains; Southwest USA; California; Pacific Northwest; Alaska; Hawai‘i

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's USA.