Rough Guides
Rough Guides

Inspiring independent travellers since 1982, Rough Guides is synonymous with practical travel tips, quality writing and its trademark blend of honesty, humour and expertise.

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Rough Guides Main Series

Practical travel guides series covering countries, cities and regions, with detailed factual travel tips, perfect for independent, long-stay, backpacking and budget-conscious travellers seeking comprehensive travel information and off-the-beaten track experiences


  • Extensive practical travel information including getting there, getting around, climate information, safety tips, accommodation explanations, food & drink advice and shopping essentials 

  • Curated author picks with destination highlights at the beginning of each guide

  • Ready-made itineraries covering every corner of the destination

  • Colour-coded places chapters with detailed coverage of places and sights, presented in a points-of-interest structure 

  • Extensive recommendations for accommodation, restaurants, shops and leisure activities for all budgets

  • Colour-coded detailed maps with marked-up key sights 

  • Insights on history and nature highlights  

  • Easy to use, newspaper-style layout

  • All guides published from January 2021 are printed on paper from responsible sources verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards

  • Free eBook with each printed guide published from May 2019 


Format: 129 x 198mm

Price: £14.99-£26.99 | $13.99-$34.99

Extent: 616–1208 page

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Pocket Rough Guides

Pictorial, compact travel guides series to countries, cities and regions with a pull-out map and factual travel tips perfect for short trips and travellers seeking concise travel information and practical listings.


  • Concise practical travel information includes getting there, getting around, climate and safety tips, accommodation, food & drink advice and shopping essentials 

  • Things Not to Miss at the beginning of each guide

  • Colour-coded places chapters with key coverage of places and sights in points-of-interest structure

  • Recommendations for accommodation, restaurants, shops and leisure activities for all budgets

  • Pull-out detailed maps with marked-up key sights or listings

  • Printed on paper from responsible sources verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards

  • Free eBook with each purchased printed guide from May 2019


Format: 102 x 190mm

Price: £7.99-£8.99 | $12.99-$13.99

Extent: 128–208 pages

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Rough Guides Staycations

Pocket-sized, practical travel guides to popular UK destinations for staycationers seeking local highlights, history, activities and practical tips, plus helpful listings and area-by-area mapping. Easy-to-follow, ready-made walking and driving routes will save you time, help you plan, and enhance your staycation.


  • Practical travel information including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and sports and activities in the region

  • Destination highlights not to miss at the beginning of each guide

  • Colour-coded chapters focus on walking and driving routes in a highly-readable descriptive style, featuring historical information and tips on what to look out for

  • Recommendations for accommodation, restaurants and leisure activities for all budgets

  • Colour-coded detailed maps with key sights marked up by number

  • Insights on history, culture and green activities throughout

  • Beautiful, inspirational full-colour photography throughout brings the destination to life

  • Printed on paper from responsible sources verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards

  • Free eBook with each purchased printed guide


Format: 102 x 190mm

Price: £8.99 | $13.99 

Extent: 128 pages

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Rough Guides Phrasebooks

Perfect pocket-sized travel companion to ensure communication abroad is a breeze.  These clever little books contain all the conversational language you’ll need for transport and getting around, finding accommodation, ordering food, shopping, making friends and more.


  • The lightweight pocket-sized book containing all the need-to-know phrases while travelling

  • Simplified pronunciation makes it easy to pronounce foreign words

  • Essential information, such as getting from the airport, getting around, money and emergency numbers, is featured 

  • Colour-coded sections for quick reference

  • Stylish design features several full-colour photos of the destination

  • Includes 7000-word bilingual dictionary


Format: 94 x 140mm

Price: £5.99 | $8.99

Extent: 288 pages

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Inspirational Rough Guides

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Mini Rough Guides

Pocket-sized travel guides packed with practical and cultural information for everyone from short city-breakers to longer holiday-makers, thanks to the blend of area-by-area descriptions, at-a-glance historical and cultural information, and comprehensive listings and travel tips, backed up by easily-accessible mapping


  • Practical travel information including getting there, getting around by public transport, accommodation, detailed food and drink highlights, and entertainment and activities in the region

  • Destination highlights not to miss at the beginning of each guide

  • Colour-coded chapters focus on where to go and what to do in a highly-readable descriptive style, featuring historical information and tips on what to look out for

  • Recommendations for accommodation, restaurants and leisure activities for all budgets

  • Colour-coded detailed maps on the book flaps with key sights marked up by number

  • Beautiful, inspirational full-colour photography throughout brings the destination to life

  • Printed on paper from responsible sources verified to meet FSC’s strict environmental and social standards

  • Free eBook with each purchased printed guide


Format: 105 x 144mm

Price: £6.99 | $9.99

Extent: 144 pages

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Rough Guides Trip Plans

Our product offering includes two types of trip plans designed to cater to different travel preferences. The first type, "The Grand Tour of..." trip plans, are immersive 10-14 day experiences that explore iconic destinations like Italy and Mexico. These comprehensive itineraries take travelers on a journey through the must-see attractions, hidden gems, and local experiences, providing a well-rounded exploration of each destination. The second type, "Short Breaks" trip plans, are perfect for those seeking quick getaways. These 4-7 day trips are tailored for extended weekends, offering city escapes and excursions to smaller regions. Whether it's a vibrant city adventure or a tranquil retreat, our short break trip plans provide curated experiences packed with highlights, allowing travelers to make the most of their limited time.