111 Places | Guidebooks for Locals & Experienced Travelers

The 111 Places series offers an unconventional twist on traditional travel guides, inviting readers to explore the lesser-known corners of popular destinations. Each volume serves up a curated collection of offbeat attractions, quirky landmarks, and local favorites that often fly under the tourist radar. From secret rooftop gardens to underground speakeasies, from eccentric museums dedicated to obscure subjects to hole-in-the-wall eateries loved by locals, these guides paint a vivid picture of a city's true character. One might discover a clandestine vineyard tucked away in an urban neighborhood, a steampunk-inspired cocktail bar hidden behind an old laundromat, or an abandoned subway station turned art gallery. Readers could find themselves exploring a centuries-old apothecary, a tiny jazz club in a basement, or a quirky statue garden created by an eccentric local artist. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a long-time resident, these books promise to reveal fascinating layers of history, culture, and local lore that you never knew existed in your chosen destination.