White Gums Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Alice Springs Desert Park showing desert views and signage

Alice Springs Desert Park

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

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
Alice Springs which includes a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

Larapinta Trail Trailhead

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

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

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

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 White Gums Hotel Deals

Squeaky Windmill

Squeaky Windmill

2 out of 5
971 Ilparpa Rd, White Gums, NT
Stay at this campground in Alice Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Ilparpa Swamp Wildlife Protected Area and Kuyunba ...
Glamping in Alice Springs!
"Beautiful views! Glamping tents were so spacious and the kitchenette was so well appointed. Michelle was very welcoming and even built a fire for roasting marshmallows. A great alternative choice for staying near Alice Springs. Only 10 minutes from town. We stayed in July, which was pretty cold in ..."

Reviewed on 6 July 2019

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Squeaky Windmill
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$153 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$153
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$169 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$169
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$144 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
NZ$144
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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Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
20 Gregory Terrace, Corner Hartley St and Gregory Terra, Alice Springs, NT
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Meal was great Room was good too"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

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Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
Elkira Court Motel

Elkira Court Motel

3.5 out of 5
65 Bath Street, Alice Springs, NT
The price is NZ$176 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$176
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
7.8/10 Good! (577 reviews)
"very good"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Elkira Court Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around White Gums

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Arumbera

Travellers like the museums in Arumbera, and Road Transport Hall of Fame is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Arumbera
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Ilparpa

If you're spending some time in Ilparpa, Alice Springs Desert Park and Ilparpa Swamp Wildlife Protected Area are top sights worth seeing.

Ilparpa
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Larapinta

While Larapinta isn't home to many top sights, Alice Springs Desert Park and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.

Larapinta
Alice Springs Desert Park which includes a garden and desert views as well as a small group of people

Flynn

You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Flynn. You might want to make time for a stop at Alice Springs Desert Park or Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park.

Flynn
Araluen Cultural Precinct featuring aircraft, modern architecture and a sunset

Araluen

Travellers like the museums in Araluen, and Alice Springs Desert Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Araluen
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Gillen

Gillen is well liked for its restaurants and sporting events. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Araluen Cultural Precinct and Museum of Central Australia are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Gillen

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