Spectacular scenery, vibrant cities and captivating culture - welcome to the USA.

Whether you want to hike in breathtaking Yosemite National Park, take a road trip from coast to coast or sample southern soul food in the Deep South, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that the USA has to offer.

A nation of sublime extremes which spans broiling deserts and icy glaciers, soaring mountains and sultry swampland, cosmopolitan cities and eerie ghost towns. The USA is also a cultural superpower: world-class museums and galleries; the birthplace of jazz, blues and rock 'n' roll; the extravagance of Hollywood; and the draw of a rich multicultural heritage - the states have it all.

Our recently updated guide brings the USA to life, transporting you there like no other travel guide does with expert-led insights and advice, detailed breakdowns of all the must-see sights, photographs on practically every page, and our hand-drawn illustrations which place you inside the country's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods.

You'll discover:

-our pick of the USA'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 country easy
-easy-to-follow itineraries
-expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
-colour-coded chapters to every part of the USA, from New York City to the Great Plains, California to Hawaii

Looking for more on the USA's culture, history and attractions? Try our DK Eyewitness guides to California, New England, New Orleans, New York City and San Francisco and the Bay Area.