Road Trips

Jul 11, 2023 • 14 Min read

Taking a day trip from San Francisco opens up a world of classic California experiences. These are our seven favorite day trips in the Bay Area.

Jul 7, 2023 • 8 Min read

Venture beyond magnificent Munich to discover Bavarian mountains, fairy-tale castles and incredible culture on a day trip. Here are 7 of our favorites.

Jul 6, 2023 • 10 Min read

Get up close to Iceland's incredible landscape and stunning small towns on one of our favorite Icelandic road trips.

Jul 6, 2023 • 7 Min read

Vietnam was made for exploring by road. From the mountains to the Delta, here are our top road trip routes.

Jul 5, 2023 • 7 Min read

Barcelona isn't the only gem in Catalonia – take a break from the bustling city on one of our 10 favorite day trips from Barcelona.

Jun 30, 2023 • 11 Min read

From Rome's surrounding Lazio region to Florence, Naples and Pompeii, amazing sights are all within day-trip range of Italy’s capital.

Jun 30, 2023 • 8 Min read

Explore Spain's unique cultural heritage and savor its delectable cuisine with these incredible road trip routes.

Jun 29, 2023 • 8 Min read

With these tips for traveling across India by car, bus and (our favorite) train, you’ll know all you need to get around this magical country.

Jun 27, 2023 • 8 Min read

Hire a driver and hop in the car to explore more of Nigeria with these top road trip routes.

Jun 26, 2023 • 5 Min read

After you've checked off the major sights in Prague, head out of town to escape the city crowds.

Jun 22, 2023 • 12 Min read

Explore beyond the city, into Washington State and all the way to Canada with these top day trips from Seattle.

Jun 16, 2023 • 6 Min read

Visit beautiful villages, Roman ruins and walled cities on these day trips beyond Madrid.

Jun 15, 2023 • 7 Min read

Greece is meant for exploring, and not just by ferry. When you travel by motor vehicle, there's a wealth of history, culture and, yes, beaches to savor. 

Jun 13, 2023 • 5 Min read

Fuel your wanderlust on the open road in Mexico with these epic drives.

Jun 3, 2023 • 8 Min read

This epic road trip provides unmatched adventure - and some patience-testing moments. Here’s our guide to planning an overland trip around West Africa.

May 24, 2023 • 7 Min read

Scotland's cities may be full of history but it's the countryside in between that captures the hearts of visitors. Here are Scotland's top road trips.

May 23, 2023 • 6 Min read

Many of New England's best places to visit are just a day trip from Boston. These are some of our favorites.

May 21, 2023 • 8 Min read

The scenery in the Loire Valley seems to change around every corner - and these five road trips make the most of it.

May 18, 2023 • 6 Min read

Hidden towns and rolling vineyards – France has it all on offer on a road trip. Explore this stunning country behind the wheel with our pick of the best.

May 17, 2023 • 12 Min read

If you’re in search of an eco-minded road trip through Europe, enjoy this excerpt from Lonely Planet’s new “Electric Vehicle Road Trips Europe” guide.

May 16, 2023 • 7 Min read

Whether you're cruising the Amalfi Coast or driving through the Tuscan countryside, these scenic road trips will help you see the best of Italy.

May 15, 2023 • 16 Min read

From Lake Garda to Verona, and further afield to Ferrara and Trieste, here are 12 of the best day trips to take by train from Venice.