Art and Culture

Nov 20, 2024 • 14 min read

Anyone who loves the Canaries knows that it’s hard where to start. Here are 20 ideas.

Nov 19, 2024 • 4 min read

The top places Lonely Planet staffers traveled to in November.

Nov 19, 2024 • 6 min read

Find the most beautiful mansions, the best restaurants and the top hotels in the beautiful Garden District neighborhood of New Orleans.

Nov 19, 2024 • 4 min read

Planning with a local expert from Elsewhere by Lonely Planet made for an unforgettable family trip to Spain.

Nov 19, 2024 • 8 min read

Discover the best things to do in Salzburg – from Mozart concerts to Sound of Music bike rides and Alpine hikes to Habsburg palaces.

Nov 19, 2024 • 9 min read

Filled with monuments testifying to its rich history, cultural attractions and fabulous food, Kraków is a city to savor. Here are 14 ways you can.

Nov 19, 2024 • 9 min read

The Riviera isn’t just a summer playground. With mimosas in bloom, Christmas markets, optimal conditions for hiking and more, consider a visit in winter.

Nov 18, 2024 • 5 min read

For your next trip to Portugal, tap into some on-the-ground expertise from the guides at Elsewhere by Lonely Planet who will build you an unbeatable itinerary.

Nov 18, 2024 • 10 min read

Explore the wilderness of Iceland's Westfjords with our guide to the region's best things to do.

Nov 18, 2024 • 7 min read

The tiny French island of Ile de Ré combines absurdly pretty villages, strips of uninterrupted golden beach and freshly caught seafood.

Nov 15, 2024 • 6 min read

Greater Palm Springs has so many ways to celebrate its local arts scene, they make for a culture traveler’s dream tour

Nov 15, 2024 • 6 min read

Bogotá beckons to budget-friendly travelers. Here are nine fabulous things to do in the Colombian capital that won’t cost you a single peso.

Nov 13, 2024 • 7 min read

For those seeking a tropical island paradise and the warm vibes that comes with it, there isn’t a bad time to visit Key West.

Nov 13, 2024 • 7 min read

These cities promise an unforgettable New Year's Eve experience on December 31 and into January 1.

Nov 11, 2024 • 17 min read

New York City has thousands upon thousands of shops, from local small businesses to big-name international brands. 

Nov 11, 2024 • 3 min read

Looking to mix up your holiday festivities this year? Consider celebrating Christmas in any of these five fabulous Caribbean destinations.

Nov 11, 2024 • 11 min read

Mayan culture in Central America spills out of ancient ruins in the jungle and swirls around busy hill town markets. Here are the top Maya sites to visit.

Nov 11, 2024 • 8 min read

Hanoi can be chaotic, messy and charming – and it’s never boring. Here are nine ways to get to know the exciting Vietnamese capital.

Nov 11, 2024 • 13 min read

From the beachside to the harborside, live the high life in Sydney with our top things to see and do in this captivating and diverse Australian city.

Nov 10, 2024 • 8 min read

Here's everything you need to know to explore the legends of the Maya at Chichén Itzá, Mexico.

Nov 10, 2024 • 9 min read

NYC is filled with incredible galleries and museums, fully reflecting its status as a hub of culture and artistic expression. These are our top 17.

Nov 10, 2024 • 12 min read

In three hours or less, you can visit buzzing university towns, vineyards, lakes and even fossil dino footprints. Here are the top day trips from Dallas.