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