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Guinness World Records 2026 Hardcover

  • Writen by Guinness World Records
  • Publisher Guinness World Records
  • ISBN 9781913484811
  • Publication Date 2026
1904 EGP
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This year, Guinness World Records paints the world yellow to bring you an endless source of inspiration.

Guinness World Records 2026 opens the ultimate window on record-breaking: our experts have compiled the most remarkable records from around the world to take you on a journey through the best, biggest and brightest records in the world.

From high-end hotels to deserted ghost towns and talented pets, this page-turner will have you screaming “wait, what!?” from cover to cover.

 

  • Filled with awe-inspiring photography
  • Online bonus content and activities
  • Exclusive record holders' interviews
  • Brand new records, in the iconic best-seller you know and love

What’s inside?

 

  • Discover the FANTASTIC FEATS: Find your inner talent with crazy collections, super strength and even pickleball
  • Celebrate 8 NEW ICONS: from Dolly Parton to Katie Ledecky and double-amputee triathlete Billy Monger, these record-breaking superheroes will fuel up your inspiration.
  • SCIENCE SUPERLATIVES: From futuristic cities to space robots, dive into the cutting-edge discoveries that will blow your mind
  • Meet EXTRAORDINARY HUMANS: Celebrate all the fascinating forms human greatness takes with iconic GWR titles
  • Step into the KIDS ZONE: Uncover the latest Under-16 records and meet the Young Achievers, proving that the next generation is already crushing it.
  • Marvel at the SPORTS STARS WHO SCORED BIG – from football GOAT Lionel Messi to WNBA star Caitlin Clark, who made headlines this year?

Perfect for...

 

  • Christmas gifting: surprise your loved ones with a beloved Christmas best-seller for kids and grown-ups
  • Readers of all ages who are hungry for a new challenge (and can’t wait to ace quiz nights with brag-worthy facts)
  • Families who love to learn together while having fun
  • Anyone with a curious mind

Have you ever wondered, “Could I break a world record?”

Spoiler: you can!

Record-breaking is for everyone, everywhere, and nothing beats taking part in a new challenge… But, sometimes, all we need is the right push to get started.

Open the next chapter of record-breaking with Guinness World Records 2026.

 

Flick through the colourful pages, be inspired, and get in the mood for a record-breaking adventure.

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