Lonely Planet American South

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 American South.
 
Discover American South's most popular experiences and best kept secrets from getting back to nature and hiking up mist-shrouded peaks in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park; to exploring Miami's 1930's architectural glamour and old-fashioned eateries in Mid-Beach; and dancing the night away to world-class jazz in New Orleans.


 
Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's American South 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 USA's South 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 American South's culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Kentucky, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Arkansas, Louisiana, South Florida, Atlantic Coast, Southwest Florida, Central Florida, Florida Panhandle

 
 

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

Product details

• Authors: Amy C Balfour, Joel Balsam, Dale Blasingame, Rachel Chang, Sarah Etinas, Caroline Eubanks, Fitzpatrick Mary, Bailey Freeman, Gibb David, Isenberg Robert, Karlin Adam, Stephen Lioy, Lonely Planet, Regis Balfour Lonely Planet St Louis, Matchar Emily, Lonely Planet, Raub Kevin, Jesse Scott, Regis St Louis, Meena Thiruvengadam, Vorhees Mara, Ward Terry
• Publisher: Lonely Planet English
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Release: 17.02.2026
• EAN: 9781837588183
• ISBN: 978-1-83758-818-3
• No. of pages: 352
• Series: Travel Guide
• Subjects: Travel > Travel guides > North and Central America; Travel & holiday guides, TRAVEL / United States / South / General, Travel and holiday guides, Central Southern States, US South, US South: South Atlantic States