Great Britain

Eyewitness Travel Guides

by D.K. Eyewitness Travel

Three unique nations interwoven into a rich cultural tapestry, this small island has huge character. 

Whether you want to tour elegant stately homes, marvel prehistoric wonders or take a windswept walk along cliff-top paths, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Great Britain has to offer.

From the jagged peaks of the Scottish Highlands to the sweeping sands of the Jurassic coast, Great Britain boasts some of Europe’s most spectacular scenery. Many centuries of civilisations are etched across this timeless landscape, now home to an array of exuberant cities, charming seaside towns and picturesque villages.

Our newly updated guide brings Great Britain to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed information on all the must-see sights, inspiring photography and our trademark illustrations.

You'll

   • our pick of Great Britain’s must-sees, top experiences and hidden gems
   • the best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay 
   • detailed maps and walks which make navigating the island easy
   • easy-to-follow itineraries
   •  expert get ready, get around and stay safe
   •  color-coded chapters to every part of Great Britain, from London to Edinburgh, the Cotswolds to Cornwall
   • our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Want the best of Great Britain in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 guides to Scotland, London and Cornwall.

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction, Reference, History, British Literature, Own, Scotland

592 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1992

Reviews

[Sherrie · Rating 4 out of 5]

DK are my favourite travel guides along with their pocket sized Top Tens. This one covering Great Britain is actually 25 years old but its been reprinted more recently and I'm sure lots of it hasn't changed. Its clearly set out with good information, lots of colour pictures, and, my favourite, cross sections of buildings and towns.

[cọng rơm · Rating 5 out of 5]

khổ thân người không thích đi du lịch phải đọc sách du lịch : ))
bạn hỏi đọc vui không, đứa đọc trả lời vui lắm, tao vừa đọc vừa nghĩ tao đang đọc cuốn sách mày đã đọc nè, hai mình đã đọc chung một cuốn sách vui ghê : )))))))))))))
lúc nói trong lòng rất xúc động, giờ nghĩ lại thấy thặc trớt quớt =))
tại sao ha, tại vì bạn đâu có phải nòi nhặt ve chai, sao hiểu được tấm lòng của đứa nhặt ve chai =))
chắc bạn thấy mình bị khùng, hjhjhj
vậy đó, đây là cuốn sách đặc biệt, đọc nhiều quá quên hết rồi, luyện được thêm 1 tầng công phu đọc xong quên hết
vậy vui không? ờ, đọc xong cũng vẫn không thích đi du lịch, nhưng bỗng nhiên lại muốn đọc sách về du lịch, vậy thì chắc là vui

[Terri Lynn · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is one of my favorite of DK Publishing's travel guides. This particular piece of eye candy takes you across Great Britain with loads of color photos of things to see and do and places to go for both people looking forward to a trip and armchair travelers alike.

[Sophie Crane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great guide, you have here a lot of useful informations and Photos to make decision what to visit. Good price too.

[Kris · Rating 5 out of 5]

These are hands down the most thorough guide books when it comes to the visual aspect. You could truly be an armchair traveler with these.

The only downside is it seems they put so much detail into certain areas and attractions and don't focus on other areas so it could skew where you chose to visit.

I would suggest if you are planning a trip to use this as a start but then back it up with further research to make sure you put together at the best itinerary for you.

[carl theaker · Rating 3 out of 5]

"A visual as well as a informational feast" is
how one blurb puts the Eyewitness Guides, and
indeed I'd class it more along the lines of
a good reference book.

With plenty of glossy pictures and diagrams of
parts of towns you'd want to visit, this style
lends itself to learning all about where you
want to go, or perhaps you're just dreaming a bit.

It does have a couple sections on practical
information, using transportation and the like
but the book's strong point is giving you a
look around.

Since it is a heavy duty softback book, not
likely you'd want to tote this around with you
seeing the sights.

[Keith · Rating 4 out of 5]

These DK guides provide a good overview of a place: cultural and historical background, helpful maps, suggestions for activites, lodging, local food, and places to see. The abundance of high-quality photographs is especially helpful for determining what things you'd like to see for yourself. For visiting somewhere for the first time, this is a good guide to begin with.

[Sam · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a comprehensive and very visual guide to the tourist sites across the UK from prehistoric stone circles to modern art galleries. While this may not have everything and probably misses some real little gems, it is a great starting point for those visiting the UK and us homegrown tourists looking to take a little road trip.

[Rachel Mantas · Rating 3 out of 5]

Helpful for planning a trip, yet I wish DK published a book with a bit more detail on the south of England. I found it hard to determine where the best beaches were to go.

[Andi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love DK Eyewitness Travel books!

[Joseph Kmiech III · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very useful guide for those taking their first trip to Great Britain. Handy for it's short trip guides and highlights of sights to see.

[Kris · Rating 5 out of 5]

DK guides are always a treat for the eyes and this one is no exception. This is an updated version from one I'd read years before, and I appreciate the updated detail.

[Tracy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I always find DK Books really clear with just the right amount of pictures and details.
I love British Travel and use this book all the time to plan my trips!

[Thaer · Rating 2 out of 5]

دليل سفر الى بريطانيا
وفي دليل السفر ليس من الضروري ان نقرا الكتاب كله, وانما المعلومات المهمة والمناطق التي يرغب الانسان بزيارتها
بالنهاية وجدت ان الاعتماد على الكتاب في السفر بات غير ضروري هذه الايام فهناك معلومات متوفرة على الانترنت بشكل جيد ووافي بالاضافة الى ان التعرف على اناس جدد في البلد الذي ترغب بالسفر اليه والتنقل معهم امر ممتع للغاية
بالاضافة الى ان الحياة مغامرة :)
يضاف الى سلبيات السفر مع الكتاب, الحجم الكبير لهكذا كتب ومن المعلوم انه يفضل تماما ان يكون حملك خفيفا قدر الامطكان خلال التنقل
الجزء الجيد من الكتاب كان القسم التاريخي اذ كانت فيه معلومات مفيدة عن تاريخ برييطانيا
كما لاحظت ان هذه السلسلة تحوي صورا ومخططات توضيحة اكثر من سلسلة lonely planet وهذا مجرد شعور مبدئي ربما بحاجة لتاكيد لاحقا

[Robyn · Rating 5 out of 5]

My husband is PCS-ing to RAF Lakenheath, so I figured I might as well read up on things to see and do while we're over there! It's very helpful because instead of feeling like I'm reading a phone book (which is how most travel books feel and look), this one has bright photos and maps, small blurbs about a lot of different places (instead of lots of info on one boring museum or building), and it's pretty lightweight considering it covers all of Great Britain.

[John · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a good overall UK guide book. I was surprised by the amount of detail about some pretty obscure places we visited in Scotland.

It was a little heavy. We may have been better served with individual London and Scotland books.

[Karen! · Rating 5 out of 5]

I think that DK Eyewitness Travel books are among the best. This was comprehensive and informative, but not to the point of me getting bored.

These books are arranged quite logically...now to buy that plane ticket...

[Jennifer Hughes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful to browse and great fodder for daydreams! I like the street-level illustrated maps with suggested routes for some attractions. If I ever make it to Britain, I'd use this to plan my trip, and I'd also love to have it on Kindle for quick reference while on vacation.

[Stephanie Lou · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have lent this book numerous times to friends traveling Great Britain, and take it each time we go ...

[Jenn · Rating 3 out of 5]

The pictures are so entrancing but definitely need a supplement guide because the maps are rubbish and the background info is inadequate.

[Kristen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great book. Anything we needed to know was in it.

[Anne]

Can't wait to start perusing this in preparation for a visit to Kendra next year!

[Yuki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Must've bought this traveling to Martin & Jude's wedding!
10/93, 3/95, 4/96, 1/98; 9/03

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

Eyewitness has great travel guides.

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

A really great companion for our trip. Great photos and descriptions of all the great things to see and do in England and Scotland. A must if you are planning on travelling.

[Christina · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is another great DK Eyewitness Travel Guide. My copy is over 10 years old, but I still love it.

[Heidi]

getting ready for this September's trip???

[Nikki · Rating 4 out of 5]

Looking through this guidebook is not as good as actually using it, but almost. I love the pictures and pictorial maps and hope I have a chance to use it as intended some day.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

It makes me wish I didn't have to wait to go visit!

[Alexia Gaudeul · Rating 3 out of 5]

I registered a book at BookCrossing.com!
http://www.BookCrossing.com/journal/11762629