Lonely Planet Scandinavia

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 Scandinavia.

Discover Scandinavia's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from joining an eco boat trip to see endangered ringed seals in Saimaa; to spotting the aurora borealis on a ski trip in the mountains around Iceland’s Akureyri; and visiting quiet Sigtuna–Sweden's oldest town–home to church ruins and pretty, winding lanes.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Scandinavia 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 Scandinavia 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 including a pull-out map of Scandinavia
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Egeskov Slot to Bonk and Snæfellsjökull National Park
• 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 Scandinavian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Denmark, The Faroe Islands, Finland, Iceland, Norway, Sweden

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