Lonely Planet Western Balkans

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 Balkans.

Discover Western Balkans's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from paddling your way through the gorgeous Canyon Matka; to wandering between Byzantine's churches and ancient ruins in Ohrid Town; and finding amazing wine, olive oil and fresh seafood on the Dalmatian coast near Korcula.

Build a trip to remember

with Lonely Planet's

Western Balkans

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 Western Balkans 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

from Diocletian's Palace to Dubrovnik's City Walls

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 Balkan culture

through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions

Covers:

Albania, Bosnia & Hercegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, 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.