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!

Discover Sydney's most popular experiences, must-see attractions, and unexpected surprises - neighbourhood by neighbourhood - with our handy-sized Pocket travel guide. 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.

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Pocket Sydney 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 Sydney with ease Get fresh takes on must-visit sights including Sydney Harbour, Art Gallery of NSW, and Bondi Beach 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 Sydney'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 Sydney Covers: Circular Quay & the Rocks; City Centre & Haymarket; Darling Harbour & Pyrmont; Newtown & Inner West; Surrey Hills, Darlinghurst & Paddington; Kings Cross & Potts Point; Bondi & the Eastern Beaches; Manly; Lower North Shore plus day trips to Royal National Park; Blue Mountains; Hunter Valley

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