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Alice Springs Desert Park showing desert views and signage

Alice Springs Desert Park

4.5/5(61 reviews)

Discover nocturnal creatures of the desert, learn the survival skills of the Arrernte people and walk alongside kangaroos and emus in this nature park.

Alice Springs Desert Park
School of the Air which includes heritage elements

Alice Springs School of the Air

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Visit a school with a very unique classroom design at this innovative education centre, which brings radio lessons to children all over the Australian desert.

Alice Springs School of the Air
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Larapinta Trail Trailhead

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Hike over rocky gorges to secluded waterholes and up the slopes of Mount Sonder, then Camp beneath the stars and wake for a desert sunrise.

Larapinta Trail Trailhead
Alice Springs Reptile Centre

Alice Springs Reptile Centre

4.5/5(52 reviews)

Discover a world of crocodiles, lizards and snakes in this fascinating eco-tourism attraction, where you can see some of Australia’s most famous animals.

Alice Springs Reptile Centre
Alice Springs which includes golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

Alice Springs Golf Club

4.5/5(14 reviews)

Eighteen challenging holes between rocky outcrops and spinifex grass offer views over the MacDonnell Ranges at this unique golf green in the middle of the desert.

Alice Springs Golf Club
Araluen Cultural Precinct featuring aircraft, modern architecture and a sunset

Araluen Cultural Precinct

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Explore this fantastic group of museums and galleries to experience the unique history, art and indigenous culture of the Alice Springs region.

Araluen Cultural Precinct

Activities

Wildflower season

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

NZ$44
per adult
Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket
City Afternoon Tour

Iconic Alice Springs City Afternoon Tour

NZ$201
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Iconic Alice Springs City Afternoon Tour
Skip the Line: Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

NZ$19
per adult
Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs

Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs

NZ$84
per adult
Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs

West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs

NZ$219
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
Alice Springs: Simpsons Gap Sunset Watercolor Painting Class

Alice Springs: Simpsons Gap Sunset Watercolor Painting Class

NZ$197
per adult
Alice Springs: Simpsons Gap Sunset Watercolor Painting Class
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Our pick of the best East Side Hotel Deals

Mercure Alice Springs Resort

Mercure Alice Springs Resort

4.5 out of 5
34 Stott Terrace, East Side, NT
The price is NZ$177 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
NZ$177
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"The bed was so comfortable, I had the most amazing sleep. I also asked for a quiet room and staff were very accomodating of this (though it's not a noisy area anyway, so I think most rooms would have been fine). However, the shower head in my room dripped constantly and needs replacing. Staff were ..."

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2025

Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Alice Motor Inn

Alice Motor Inn

3.5 out of 5
27 Undoolya Rd, East Side, NT
The price is NZ$170 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$170
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Adelaide ...
7.2/10 Good! (403 reviews)
"Property undergoing refurbishment. We were the only people there which was great. Only problem was unable to receive channels on tv, only access was to YouTube."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2025

Alice Motor Inn
Alice Lodge

Alice Lodge

2 out of 5
4 Mueller Street, East Side, NT
Stay at this hostel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Adelaide House and Mbantua Fine ...
Perfect for outback
"This hostel is perfect for travellers doing a guided outback tour. You can leave your big luggage there for free and they offer super early breakfast, because the tour operators pick you up early morning usually."

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2018

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Alice Lodge
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

4.5 out of 5
93 Barrett Drive, Desert Springs, NT
The price is NZ$154 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$154
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Very well run hotel, and friendly staff."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

4.5 out of 5
82 Barrett Drive, Desert Springs, NT
The price is NZ$170 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$170
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Beautiful. Had a very relaxing stay. Be careful of golf balls from the driving range if you have mountain view. A few close calls while sitting on the balcony!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Stay at Alice Springs Hotel

Stay at Alice Springs Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Leichardt Tce, Alice Springs, NT
The price is NZ$145 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$145
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (272 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, good facilities"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around East Side

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Sadadeen

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sadadeen and surrounding area, you can visit Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery.

Sadadeen
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Alice Springs CBD

If you're spending some time in Alice Springs CBD, Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Alice Springs CBD
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Stuart

Travellers like the historical sites in Stuart, and Larapinta Trail Trailhead is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Stuart
Alice Springs which includes golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

Desert Springs

Travellers come to Desert Springs for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alice Springs Golf Club and Lasseters Casino while you're in town.

Desert Springs
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Ciccone

The parks and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Ciccone. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery, a few notable attractions nearby.

Ciccone
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The Gap

Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre or Royal Flying Doctor Service while you're exploring the area.

The Gap

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