Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s Great Britain’s Best Road Trips. This trusted travel companion features 36 amazing drives, from 3-day escapes to 3-week adventures. Explore the majestic Welsh mountains, gaze at the mysterious Stonehenge and cruise grand Scottish moors . Get to Great Britain, rent a car, and hit the road!

Inside Lonely Planet’s Great Britain’s Best Road Trips:

Itineraries for classic road trips plus other lesser-known drives with expert advice to pick the routes that suit your interests and needs

Full-colour route maps - easy-to-read, detailed directions

Detours - delightful diversions to see Great Britain’s highlights along the way

Link Your Trip - cruise from one driving route to the next

Insider tips - get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads

Stretch Your Legs - the best things to do outside the car

Essential infoat your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices

Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss

Lavish colour photography provides inspiration throughout

Covers England, Scotland, Wales, the West Country, the Cotswolds, Bath, Edinburgh, Stonehenge, Welsh Mountains, Cambridge, Oxford, the Scottish Highlands, Stratford-upon-Avon, Blenheim Palace and more

Planning a Great Britain trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s Great Britain, our most comprehensive guide to Great Britain, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems.

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