Dive headfirst into Scandinavia and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.
Scandinavia rewards curiosity - find historic harbours alongside forested hiking trails, and colourful waterside villages that lead to spectacular fjords. Our on-the-ground experts have watched the magical aurora borealis, taken a husky sled ride in Finland, and kicked back in Iceland's Blue Lagoon. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!
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 your trip to Scandinavia effortlessly, including:

• 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
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from the best nordic thermal springs to trekking along the King's Trail in Swedish Lapland
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Scandinavian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Updated as part of Lonely Planet's reimagined guidebook collections, built to help travellers plan smarter, travel easier and explore with confidence
• Covers: Denmark, The Faroe Islands, Finland, Greenland (new!), 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.