DK Southwest USA and National Parks

The Southwest USA is a state of unmissable national parks, cities and sights.

Whether you want to be awed by the spectacular sight of the Grand Canyon, learn about indigenous culture at Canyon de Chelly, or test your luck in glittering Las Vegas, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Southwest USA has to offer.

Distinguished by red sandstone mesas, cactus-studded deserts, and towering rock arches, the Southwest USA's dramatic landscapes evoke frontier legends. As rich in history and culture as natural beauty, the region's cities and towns offer endless opportunities to experience the state's multicultural heritage.

Our updated guide brings Southwest USA 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 region's iconic buildings and neighbourhoods. We've also worked hard to make sure our information is as up-to-date as possible following the COVID-19 outbreak.

You'll discover:

-our pick of Southwest 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 region easy
-easy-to-follow itineraries
-expert advice: get ready, get around and stay safe
-colour-coded chapters to every part of Southwest USA, from the Grand Canyon and Northern Arizona to Southern Utah, the Four Corners to Las Vegas
-our new lightweight format, so you can take it with you wherever you go

Touring the country? Try our DK Eyewitness USA.