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 PocketMelbourne 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 tripsto 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 PocketMelbourne.