DK Eyewitness California

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744064724
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 885

Book Description
California's dramatic landscape has inspired generations of artists and explorers - from rugged redwood-covered bluffs to idyllic sun-drenched sands, plunging valleys to snow-capped peaks. As culturally influential as it is geographically impressive, California also boasts two of the world's foremost cities, San Francisco and Los Angeles. Our updated guide brings California to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the state’s iconic buildings and neighborhoods. Whether you want to hike to the waterfalls in Yosemite National Park, tour a winery in Napa, or ride a classic cable car in San Francisco, DK Eyewitness California is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness California, you will find: - A fully-illustrated top experiences guide: our expert pick of California’s must-sees and hidden gems - Accessible itineraries to make the most out of each and every day - Expert advice: honest recommendations for getting around safely, when to visit each sight, what to do before you visit, and how to save time and money - Color-coded chapters to every part of California, from San Diego County to the Inland Empire and Low Desert to Wine Country to the High Sierras and everything in between - Practical tips: the best places to eat, drink, shop and stay in California - Detailed maps to help you navigate the region easily and confidently - Explore the culture of California: delve into the city’s iconic history, art, and architecture - Covers: Los Angeles, South Central California, Orange County, San Diego County, The Inland Empire, and Low Desert, The Mojave Desert, San Francisco, and the Bay Area, The North, Wine Country, Gold Country and the North, Central Valley, The High Sierras, North Central California Planning on touring the USA? Don’t forget to check out DK Eyewitness USA for a complete comprehensive guide to the States, making the most of your trip and achieving the adventure of a lifetime, About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

DK Eyewitness San Francisco and the Bay Area

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744061598
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 426

Book Description
This area offers everything from historic sights to stunning natural scenery. Whether you want to take a ferry out to the infamous Alcatraz Island, weekend in the Wine Country or hike through the Muir woods, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that San Francisco and the Bay Area have to offer. A city famed for its seven steep hills, San Francisco’s peaks offer unparalleled views over its diverse neighbourhoods, from the historic houses of Alamo to the lantern-adorned alleys of Chinatown. In the surrounding Bay Area, visitors will find lush vineyards, picturesque towns and breathtaking natural wonders. Our newly updated guide brings San Francisco and the Bay Area 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 discover: • our pick of San Francisco and the Bay Area’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 region easy • easy-to-follow itineraries • expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe • color-coded chapters to every part of San Francisco and the Bay Area • our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Want the best of San Francisco in your pocket? Try our DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Francisco. Seeing more of the state? Try our DK Eyewitness California.

Top 10 Los Angeles

Author: Catherine Gerber
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0756694299
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 368

Book Description
Drawing on the same standards of accuracy as the acclaimed DK Eyewitness Travel Guides, DK Top 10 Los Angeles uses exciting photography and excellent cartography to provide a reliable and useful travel companion. Dozens of Top 10 lists provide vital information on each destination, as well as insider tips, from avoiding the crowds to finding out the freebies, the DK Top 10 Guides take the work out of planning any trip.

DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Francisco

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744061334
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 269

Book Description
Home to the magnificent Golden Gate Bridge, this vibrant city is celebrated for its diverse and inclusive culture, glorious architecture, and myriad places to eat ranging from Michelin-starred restaurants to sushi bars. Your DK Eyewitness Top 10 travel guide ensures you'll find your way around San Francisco with absolute ease. Our annually updated Top 10 travel guide breaks down the best of San Francisco into helpful lists of ten-from our own selected highlights to the best museums and art galleries, restaurants and nightclubs, beaches, parks and gardens. You'll discover: • Eight easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week • Top 10 lists of San Francisco's must-sees, including detailed descriptions of the Golden Gate Bridge, Cable Cars, Fisherman's Wharf, Alcatraz, Chinatown, de Young Museum, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the Wine Country, California Academy of Sciences and the Golden Gate Park • San Francisco's most interesting areas, with the best places for shopping, going out and sightseeing • Inspiration for different things to enjoy during your trip-including vineyards, festivals and parades, hidden gems off the beaten track and things to do for free • A laminated pull-out map of San Francisco and its environs, plus six full-color neighborhood maps • Streetsmart advice: get ready, get around, and stay safe • A lightweight format perfect for your pocket or bag when you're on the move Looking for more on California's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness San Francisco and the Bay Area or our DK Eyewitness California.

DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Diego

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241613825
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 227

Book Description
Home to the lively Gaslamp Quarter, world-famous Balboa Park, and an eclectic collection of art galleries and museums, San Diego is jam-packed with must-visit spots and surrounded by natural beauty. Make the most of your trip to this laid-back city with DK Eyewitness Top 10. Planning is a breeze with our simple lists of ten, covering the very best that San Diego has to offer and ensuring that you don't miss a thing. Best of all, the pocket-friendly format is light and easily portable; the perfect companion while out and about. DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Diego is your ticket to the trip of a lifetime. Inside DK Eyewitness Top 10 San Diego you will find: - Top 10 lists of San Diego's must-sees, including the Gaslamp Quarter, Balboa Park, Coronado, and La Jolla San Diego's most interesting areas, with the best places for sightseeing, food and drink, and shopping - Themed lists, including the best museums and art galleries, beaches, nightlife, performing arts venues, and much more - Easy-to-follow itineraries, perfect for a day trip, a weekend, or a week - A laminated pull-out map of San Diego, plus four full-colour area maps Looking to explore more of California? Try our DK Eyewitness California. About DK Eyewitness: At DK Eyewitness, we believe in the power of discovery. We make it easy for you to explore your dream destinations. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travellers to make the most of their breaks since 1993. DK Eyewitness travel guides have been helping travelers to make the most of their breaks since 1993.Filled with expert advice, striking photography and detailed illustrations, our highly visual DK Eyewitness guides will get you closer to your next adventure. We publish guides to more than 200 destinations, from pocket-sized city guides to comprehensive country guides. Named Top Guidebook Series at the 2020 Wanderlust Reader Travel Awards, we know that wherever you go next, your DK Eyewitness travel guides are the perfect companion.

DK USA

Author: DK Travel
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0593957210
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 1260

Book Description
Get closer to the USA with DK Eyewitness Seeing the sights of New York City. Taking a road trip along Route 66. Epic adventures in the Grand Canyon. The USA offers enough bucket list experiences to fill a lifetime. Whatever your dream trip involves, this DK Eyewitness travel guide is the perfect companion. Our updated guide brings the USA to life, transporting you there as no other travel guide does with expert-led insights, trusted travel advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations, which take you inside the country's buildings and neighborhoods. You'll discover: Our pick of the USA's must-sees and top experiences Beautiful photography and detailed illustrations, taking you to the heart of the USA The best spots to eat, drink, shop and stay Detailed maps and walks that make navigating the country easy Easy-to-follow itineraries Expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe Color-coded chapters to each part of the USA A lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go Sticking to one state? Look out for our DK Eyewitness guides to Alaska, California, Hawaii, Florida, and many more. DK is the world's leading illustrated reference publisher, producing beautifully designed books for adults and children in over 120 countries.

DK Eyewitness California

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744023262
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 632

Book Description
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: California will lead you straight to the best attractions California has to offer and provides the insider travel tips you need, whether you're making the most of the nightlife or exploring historic towns and museums.Fully illustrated, it covers all the major cities and sights, from Los Angeles, southern California, and the national parks to San Francisco and the bay area to California wine country, the north, and more. DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: California explores the culture, history, architecture, wildlife, beaches, and scenic walks and drives. You'll find 3-D illustrated cutaways and floor plans of all the must-see sights, as well as street maps and reliable information for getting around. Plus, this guidebook is packed with comprehensive listings of the best hotels, restaurants, shops, and nightlife in each area for all budgets. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that brighten every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: California truly shows you this state as no one else can.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide California

Author: DK Travel
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1465458891
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 634

Book Description
DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: California will lead you straight to the best attractions this state has to offer. Discover all the major cities and sights, from Los Angeles, Southern California, and the national parks to San Francisco and the Bay Area to wine country, the north, and more. Experience the culture, history, architecture, wildlife, beaches, and scenic walks and drives. Whether you're exploring historic towns and museums or making the most of the nightlife, this in-depth guidebook provides the insider travel tips you need. Discover DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: California. + Detailed itineraries and "don't-miss" destination highlights at a glance. + Illustrated cutaway 3-D drawings of important sights. + Floor plans and guided visitor information for major museums. + Guided walking tours, local drink and dining specialties to try, things to do, and places to eat, drink, and shop by area. + Area maps marked with sights and restaurants. + Insights into history and culture to help you understand the stories behind the sights. + Suggested day trips and itineraries to explore beyond the cities and towns. + Hotel and restaurant listings highlight DK Choice special recommendations. With hundreds of full-color photographs, hand-drawn illustrations, and custom maps that illuminate every page, DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: California truly shows you this state as no one else can.

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide

Author: DK Publishing
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781336124059
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description

DK Eyewitness Back Roads California

Author: DK Eyewitness
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0744044367
Category : Travel
Languages : en
Pages : 264

Book Description
Take to the open road with DK Eyewitness Back Roads California and discover 24 leisurely drives through the state's idyllic hamlets, gorgeous beaches, and sprawling vineyards. Tour the Pacific Coast Highway, explore the vineyards of the Napa Valley, or drive through Yosemite National Park. Includes insider tips and information, this easy-to-use e-guide reveals incredible sights, hidden gems, and authentic local experiences that can be discovered only by road. Inside DK Eyewitness Back Roads California: - 24 easy-to-follow driving tours, each lasting one to five days - Guided walks take you through California's pretty villages, historic towns, and national parks - Experts suggest the best off-road activities in each area, from wine tours to water sports - Contains essential travel tips, including our pick of where to stay, eat, and shop, plus useful travel, visa, and health information - Covers all the US rules of the road - Includes zip codes for use with GPS, plus information on road conditions and parking tips - Covers San Francisco, Sacramento Delta, Marin County, Napa Valley, Russian River Valley, Sonoma Coast, Anderson Valley, Redwood National and State Parks, Cascade Mountains, Santa Cruz, Big Sur, Santa Barbara, Lake Tahoe, Sierra Nevada, Yosemite National Park, Kings Canyon National Parks, Owens Valley, Death Valley National Park, Mojave Desert, Palm Springs, Coachella Valley, Rim of the World Scenic Byway, San Diego, and more Staying for longer and looking for a more comprehensive e-guide to California? Try our DK Eyewitness Travel Guide California.