Travel & holiday guides

Frida Kahlo’s haunting art often explores two subjects: the first, her turbulent relationship with Communist muralist Diego Rivera; the second is her home country, Mexico. Aside from stints in the United States and Europe, she spent most of her life in the Blue House in Coyoacan, a leafy neighbourhood in the south of Mexico City. It was here she was born, learned to paint while recovering from a traumatic accident, lived on and off with Diego and died, aged just 47, leaving behind 200 works that weave together Surrealism, fantasy and folklore. In this guide we chart Kahlo’s time in this vast metropolis, from childhood to death, taking in life-altering events such as a tram accident that left her bedridden for years, to her first glimpse of Diego. Through 35 entries, we gain insight into Kahlo’s life and work and the inspiration she found in the city of her birth.

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Sicily. Relax on Cala Rossa beach, treasure-hunt at Palermo’s flea market, hike the remote Madonie mountains, with our classic travel guide that’s packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Naples, Pompeii & the Amalfi Coast. Feast on pizza, hike to hidden beaches, see underwater ancient ruins, with our classic travel guide that’s packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.

Lonely Planet’s local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan a multi-week adventure to Rome. Trawl the ruins of the Palatino, marvel at Michelangelo’s Pietà, feast on heavenly slices of pizza, with our classic travel guide that’s packed with comprehensive itineraries, maps and essential tips so you can create the trip of a lifetime.