Pocket Melbourne

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Melbourne - and discover twice the city in half the time!

Discover Melbourne's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. From exploring Flinders Lane's street art, to learning about Victoria's indigenous history at the Melbourne Museum, and slurping fresh oysters at South Melbourne Market.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Melbourne travel guide:

• Our Pocket guidebook format provides you with the best insider knowledge and local know-how for planning trips between 1 - 7 days 
• Find what you're looking for fast with this guide's all-new structure and design and navigate Melbourne with ease 
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Federation Square; NGV International; Royal Botanic Gardens
• Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you to create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions 
• Find the local vibe on foot! Walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights 
• Discover 'A Few Surprises' in a new feature that showcases Melbourne's best kept secrets and rising trends 
• Navigate public transport confidently with clear instructions and tips in our 'Getting Around' section
• Make quick travel decisions using 'Trip Planning' pages that include top pick lists and tips about what to book in advance 
• Eat, drink, and shop like a local with extensive listings of the top restaurants, bars, markets, and street vendors
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving; transport; making the most of your time and money; LGBTIQ+ travel advice; accessibility; and responsible travel 
• Inspiring full-colour travel photography and maps including a pull out map of Melbourne
• Covers: City Centre; Southbank, South Melbourne & Albert Park; St Kilda, Balaclava & Elsternwick; South Yarra & Prahran; East Melbourne, Richmond & Abbotsford; Fitzroy, Collingswood & Around; Carlton, Parkville & Brunswick; Williamstown & the West plus day trips to Heide Museum of Modern Art; Phillip Island; Mornington Peninsula; Great Ocean Road; Yarra Valley; The Dandenong Ranges

Get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - and hit the ground running with Lonely Planet's Pocket Melbourne.