Lonely Planet: The world's leading travel guide publisher Lonely Planet Melbourne & Victoria is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see & skip, & what hidden discoveries await you. Discover Melbourne's laneways & arcades, soak up spectacular scenery along the Great Ocean Road, or enjoy food, wine & the great outdoors in one of Victoria's goldfield-era country towns; all with your trusted travel companion. Get to the heart of Melbourne & Victoria & begin your journey now! Inside Lonely Planet's Melbourne & Victoria Travel Guide: Colour maps & images throughout Highlights & itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs & interests Insider tips to save time & money & get around like a local, avoiding crowds & trouble spots Essential info at your fingertips
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- history, art, literature, cinema, television, music, theatre, dance, architecture, sport, fashion, cuisine, coffee culture, wine, politics, landscapes, wildlife. Over 9 colour maps Covers Melbourne, the Grampians, Spa Country, Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula, Phillip Isl&, Mornington Peninsula, Wilsons Promontory, Gippsl&, the High Country, the Murray & more. The Perfect Choice: Lonely Planet Melbourne & Victoria, our most comprehensive guide to Melbourne & Victoria, is perfect for both exploring top sights & taking roads less travelled. Looking for a guide focused on other Australian cities? Check out Lonely Planet's Sydney guide, Tasmania guide & Perth & Western Australia guide for a comprehensive look at all the country has to offer; Discover Australia, a photo-rich guide to the country's most popular attractions; or Pocket Sydney, a handy-sized guide focused on the can't-miss sights for a quick trip. Looking for more extensive coverage? Check out Lonely Planet's Australia guide & East Coast Australia guide for a comprehensive look at all the region has to offer. Authors: Written & researched by Lonely Planet, Anthony Ham, Trent Holden & Kate Morgan. About Lonely Planet: Since 1973, Lonely Planet has become the world's leading travel media company with guidebooks to every destination, an award-winning website, mobile & digital travel products, & a dedicated traveller community. Lonely Planet covers must-see spots but also enables curious travellers to get off beaten paths to understand more of the culture of the places in which they find themselves.