Lonely Planet Pocket Sydney

Lonely Planet's local travel experts reveal all you need to know to plan the ultimate short trip to Sydney - and discover twice the city in half the time! From taking a swim at beautiful Balmoral Beach, to enjoying a bike ride around the central loop of Centennial Park, and catching a performance at the Sydney Opera House, this handy-sized Pocket guide helps you discover Sydney's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood.

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 get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Sydney Harbour, Art Gallery of NSW, and Bondi Beach. Exciting Three Perfect Days itineraries help you create your ideal trip with suggestions of unmissable attractions and activities to match your passions, while walking tours in every chapter introduce each neighbourhood's personality and get you to those 'don't miss' sights. A new feature showcases Sydney's best kept secrets and rising trends, helping you discover the city's hidden gems.

Packed with essential practical information, the guide includes clear instructions for navigating public transport, trip planning pages with top pick lists and booking advice, extensive listings of the best restaurants, bars, markets and street vendors, and tips on arriving, accessibility, LGBTIQ+ travel and responsible tourism. Complete with inspiring full-colour photography, detailed maps including a pull-out map of Sydney, and coverage of Circular Quay & the Rocks, City Centre, Darling Harbour, Bondi, Manly and more - plus day trips to the Blue Mountains, Hunter Valley and Royal National Park - this is everything you need to hit the ground running and get straight to the heart of this extraordinary city.