Eastern Europe

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 Eastern Europe.

Discover Eastern Europe's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from exploring Albania's wild and remote beaches; to hiking past alpine lakes and magical vistas in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains; and visiting the world's biggest castle complex at the magnificent Prague Castle.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Eastern Europe travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• All-new structure and design that's easy to use so you can navigate Eastern Europe effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries 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
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, using money, LGBTIQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Eastern European culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Albania, Belarus, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Bulgaria, Croatia, Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Kosovo, Latvia, Lithuania, Moldova, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Poland, Romania, Russia, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Ukraine

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