Lonely Planet Western USA

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime in this latest edition of our guide to Western USA.

Discover Western USA's Most Popular Experiences and Best Kept Secrets

• Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime road trip along the western coastline, where dizzying sea cliffs and idyllic beach towns await.
• Admire the human-like saguaro cactus in the Sonoran Desert, a symbol of the west's harsh but beautiful landscape.
• Kick back in ultra-cool San Francisco, known for its fabulous restaurants and bohemian nightlife.

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

This guidebook offers everything you need for planning multi-week trips, with features that include:

• Classic guidebook format with the most comprehensive level of information.
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use, so you can navigate Western USA effortlessly.
• Exciting itineraries to 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 to inspire and guide your travels.

Essential Information Toolkit

This guide also includes:

• Tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, and LGBTIQ+ travel advice.
• Useful words and phrases, accessibility tips, and responsible travel guidance.

Connect with Western USA Culture

Dive deeper into the local life, history, and traditions through engaging stories, and get fresh takes on must-visit sights, from Route 66 to Alcatraz.

Coverage Areas

• Rocky Mountains
• Southwest
• California
• Pacific Northwest

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