This travel guide to New England features 53 themed itineraries and unique road trips, including winter sports, Vermont by bike and rail, Acadia National Park, the Appalachian Trail, and more

Rediscover the simple pleasures of a day trip with Day Trips New England. This guide is packed with hundreds of exciting things for locals and vacationers to do, see, and discover within a two-hour drive to and from many top New England destiations. With full trip-planning information, Day Trips New England helps makes the most of a brief getaway.

"It may seem like clambakes, the Red Sox, and the Patriots define New England, but boy did the Pilgrims land in one very strange spot! These six states are filled with odd curiosities and bizarre legends, such as the elusive Vermont hum, the hibernating hill folk, hillside whale tales, and the Holy Land (yes, you read that right). Tongue-in-cheek and filled with dry wit, this is a journey you'll not soon forget."--P. [4] of cover.

Discover the freedom of the open road with Lonely Planet’s New England’s Best Trips. This trusted travel companion features 31 amazing road trips, from 2-day escapes to 2-week adventures. Explore the marvellous Cape Cod, climb the soaring mountains of Vermont and wind down the back roads of Maine. Get to New England, rent a car, and hit the road! Inside Lonely Planet’s New England’s Best Trips: Up-to-date information - all businesses were rechecked before publication to ensure they are still open after 2020’s COVID-19 outbreak Lavish color and gorgeous photography throughout Itineraries and planning advice to pick the right tailored trips for your needs and interests Get around easily - easy-to-read, full-color route maps, detailed directions Insider tips to get around like a local, avoid trouble spots and be safe on the road - local driving rules, parking, toll roads Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, prices Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sightseeing, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss Useful features - including Stretch Your Legs, Detours, Link Your Trip Covers Massachusetts, Boston, Connecticut & Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, Maine and more The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet New England’s Best Trips is perfect for exploring New England via the road and discovering sights that are more accessible by car. Planning a New England trip sans a car? Lonely Planet’s New England, our most comprehensive guide to New England, is perfect for exploring both top sights and lesser-known gems. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' – New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' – Fairfax Media (Australia)

Hit the Road with Moon Travel Guides! Discover an America brimming with culture and history, both old and new! Moon New England Road Trip can do everything but change the radio station. Inside you'll find: Maps and Driving Tools: 70 easy-to-use maps keep you oriented on and off the highway, along with site-to-site mileage, driving times, and detailed directions for the entire route Eat, Sleep, Stop and Explore: You'll know exactly what you want to do at each stop with lists of the best hikes, views, and more. Sample farm-fresh cuisine in the Berkshires, or hit up the famous Tanglewood music festival in the summer. Dive into Boston's revolutionary history, or cruise down bucolic lanes of Woodstock. Take to the sea off the coast of Maine to spot humpback whales and puffin colonies, or lounge on the beach and snag a buttery lobster roll Itineraries for Every Traveler: Drive the entire two-week route or follow strategic routes like "A Tour of the Fall Foliage," as well as suggestions for spending time in Boston, New York City, Coastal Maine, The Berkshires, Southern Vermont, New Hampshire's White Mountains, Newport, Cape Cod, and Acadia National Park Local Expert: Local New Englander and road warrior Jen Rose Smith shares the highway secrets of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, New York, and Rhode Island Planning Your Trip: Know when and where to get gas, how to avoid traffic, tips for driving in different road and weather conditions, and suggestions for LGBTQ travelers, seniors, and road trippers with kids With Moon New England Road Trip's practical tips, detailed itineraries, and insider's view, you're ready to fill up the tank and hit the road. Looking to explore more of America on wheels? Try Moon Blue Ridge Parkway Road Trip! Doing more than driving through? Check out Moon Boston, Moon Vermont, or Moon New York State.

Lonely Planet's Experience New England is your guide to unforgettable experiences and local surprises. Cycle the Maine coast, discover revolutionary Boston and explore art in Vermont - all guided by local experts with fresh perspectives. Uncover New England's best experiences and get away from the everyday! Inside Lonely Planet's Experience New England: Unique experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip Inspiring full-color travel photography and maps throughout Pull-out Boston map (included in print version) Highlights and neighborhoodtrip builders to help tailor a trip to your personal needs and interests Insights from local experts who share their love for the real New England and offer fresh perspectives into the region's traditions, history, values and modern trends to make your travel experience even more memorable Fresh perspectives and insider tips to surprise you with things you hadn't thought of, as well as fresh takes on the well-known sights Day trips for easy escapes from the city Practical info and tips on money, getting around, unique and local ways to stay, and responsible travel Covers Boston, Connecticut, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet's Experience New England, our inspiring guide, filled with local tips and fresh perspectives focuses on New England's best experiences to string together for an unforgettable trip. Looking for a guide for Boston? Check out Lonely Planet's Boston guide for a comprehensive look at all the city has to offer, or Pocket Boston, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss experiences for a quick trip. About Lonely Planet: Lonely Planet is a leading travel media company, providing both inspiring and trustworthy information for every kind of traveler since 1973. Over the past four decades, we've printed over 145 million guidebooks and phrasebooks for 120 languages, and grown a dedicated, passionate global community of travelers. You'll also find our content online, and in mobile apps, videos, 14 languages, armchair and lifestyle books, ebooks, and more, enabling you to explore every day. 'Lonely Planet guides are, quite simply, like no other.' New York Times 'Lonely Planet. It's on everyone's bookshelves; it's in every traveler's hands. It's on mobile phones. It's on the Internet. It's everywhere, and it's telling entire generations of people how to travel the world.' Fairfax Media (Australia)