Melbourne's city-centre sights are all within walking distance.

A one-day See Melbourne card includes free entry to most attractions. It costs AUS$65 for adults and $45 for under 15s.

• For general information about the city and information on entertainment, festivals and events see: www.visitmelbourne.com.
• For information about the wider area see: www.visitvictoria.com.
• For transport information see: www.metlinkmelbourne.com.au.

Here are 10 ways to spend an active afternoon in Melbourne:

1. Visit the Melbourne Aquarium on the River Yarra. Open daily 09.30 to 18.00. Adults AUS$23, under 16s AUS$13.
   
   
2. Take a cruise along the river Yarra with Melbourne River Cruises. To see the port and docklands, and the scenic river gardens takes 2.5hrs. Adults $33.80.
   
   
3. See cricket or Australian Rules football at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
   
   
4. See diverse plant collections and stroll around the lakes of the Royal Botanic Gardens.
   
   
5. Hop on the No 96 tram in Brunswick Street to take an iconic journey to St Kilda.
   
   
6. Rollerblade along the St Kilda seafront.
   
   
7. Survive a stay in Old Melbourne Gaol, one of the city's oldest buildings where 136 people, including infamous bush ranger Ned Kelly, were hanged. Adults AUS$12.50, under 16s AUS$7.50. For details see: www.visitmelbourne.com.
   
   
8. Drive out of town down the Great Ocean Road and kayak or surf in Torquay or Bell's Beach. www.visitmelbourne.com lists a number of surf schools. View the 12 Apostles - and count how many remain.
   
   
9. Swim with seals and dolphins in Port Phillip Bay with Sea All Dolphin Swins.
   
   
10. Out of town, walk the circuit to Kings Falls in Arthurs Seat State Park. Take a ride in the chair lift.