Rick Steves' Snapshot England's Lake District

You can count on Rick Steves to tell you what you really need to know when visiting England’s Lake District.

In this compact guide, Rick Steves covers the essentials of England’s Lake District, with coverage of the South Lake District and Keswick and the North Lake District. Visit Keswick’s most photographed and popular Derwentwater Lake, go on the Catbells High Ridge Hike for a scenic adventure, or experience William Wordsworth’s appreciation for nature and Romanticism at Dove Cottage. You’ll get Rick’s firsthand advice on the best sights, eating, sleeping, and nightlife, and his maps and self-guided tours will ensure you make the most out of your experience. More than just reviews and directions, a Rick Steves Snapshot guidebook is a tour guide in your pocket.