East Coast Australia

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to East Coast Australia.

Discover popular and off the beaten track experiences from learning to surf the iconic waves that roll into Byron Bay's beautiful beaches, to admiring Indigenous art at the community-run galleries of Uluru, and marvelling at the ancient subtropical splendour of the Gondwana Rainforests.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's East Coast Australia travel guide:

• Our classic guidebook format provides you with the most comprehensive level of information for planning multi-week trips
• Updated with an all new structure and design so you can navigate East Coast Australia and connect experiences together with ease
• Create your perfect trip with exciting itineraries for extended journeys combined with suggested day trips, walking tours, and activities to match your passions
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Sydney Opera House, Whitsunday Islands and Twelve Apostles
• Special features on visiting the Great Barrier Reef, Sydney city guide and Outback coverage
• Expert local recommendations on when to go, eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, adventure activities, festivals, and more
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travel 
• Connect with East Coast Australian culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history, and traditions 
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps
• Covers: Sydney & Surrounds; South Coast New South Wales; North Coast New South Wales; Southeast Queensland & the Fraser Coast; Central & Tropical North Queensland; Melbourne & Surrounds; Coastal Victoria; Outback Australia

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's East Coast Australia.