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Lonely PlanetJul 23

The 23 best destinations for solo travel

Solo travel can be one of the most rewarding and memorable ways to experience a new place. These locations around the world are ideal for an adventure alone.

easily navigable route circling Iceland

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  • Ring RoadTraileasily navigable route circling Iceland
  • Elsewhere
  • Sky LagoonSightReykjavík, Icelandtourist-packed thermal pool
  • AlfamaNeighborhoodLisbon, Portugalcobbled, alley-woven district to wander early
  • Golden CircleSightReykjavík, Icelandroute for day trips from Reykjavík
  • LaugardalslaugSightReykjavík, Icelandlocal favorite thermal pool
  • ManteigariaCaféLisbon, Portugalcozy bakery for pastel de nata
  • A GinjinhaRestaurantLisbon, Portugalcubby-hole bar for ginjinha
  • ChoraNeighborhoodAlonissos, Greeceold capital with cat-prowled alleys, white-blue houses, pavement cafes
  • National Marine ParkSightAlonissos, Greecehome to turtles, dolphins, rare Mediterranean monk seals
  • Peristera Underwater MuseumMuseumAlonissos, Greecedive down to a classical-era shipwreck
  • Copper CoastPubWaterford, Irelandrugged coast in County Waterford, Ireland
  • Waterford TreasuresMuseumWaterford, Irelandseries of quirky museums
  • Medieval MuseumMuseumWaterford, IrelandThe only dedicated Museum Quarter in Ireland.
  • Irish Wake MuseumMuseumWaterford, IrelandVisit the Irish Wake Museum - Rituals of Death page of Waterford Treasures.
  • PinakothekMuseumMunich, Germanytrio of museums for centuries of art
  • Residenz MünchenMuseumMunich, Germanyroyal halls to explore
  • BMW MuseumMuseumMunich, GermanyA museum like no other.
  • ViktualienmarktMarketMunich, Germanyalfresco market for picnic goods
  • Englischer GartenParkMunich, Germanylarge urban park with Eisbach river
  • Miradouro de Santa CatarinaViewpointLisbon, Portugal
  • Museum of TimeMuseumWaterford, Ireland
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Condé Nast TravelerOct 30, 2025

16 Best Hotels in Iceland, From Rural Lodges to Reykjavik Boutiques

Browse our guide to the best hotels to book across the country.

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