Lonely Planet Western Balkans

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Western Balkans.

Discover both popular and off-the-beaten-track experiences, from visiting the enchanting 2,500-year-old ruins of Butrint to swimming in the emerald waters of Bosnia & Hercegovina's Kravica Waterfall. Explore amazing wine and olive oil on the Dalmatian coast.

Build a Trip to Remember with Lonely Planet's Western Balkans Travel Guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips.
• Updated with an all-new structure and design to help you navigate Western Balkans and connect experiences with ease.
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries, including extended journeys, suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities tailored to your passions.
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights, such as one of the world's biggest Roman edifices: Diocletian's Palace, or explore North Macedonia’s historic churches.
• Special features on the best national parks, a Dubrovnik walking tour, and an outdoor activity guide.
• Expert local recommendations on the best times to visit, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodations, adventure activities, festivals, and more.
• Essential information toolkit with tips on arriving, transport, maximizing your time and money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility, and responsible travel.
• Connect with Balkan culture through stories that offer deep insights into local life, history, and traditions.
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps to enhance your journey.
• Covers Albania, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, Serbia, and Slovenia.

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