What to do in Alice Springs

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Places to Visit in Alice Springs

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Top places to visit

1. Alice Springs Desert Park

In the Alice Springs Desert Park, just outside Alice Springs, you’ll discover the birds, reptiles and mammals of Central Australia. Learn about the living culture and history of the Arrernte indigenous people who have interacted with these animals, plants and landscapes for thousands of years.
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Alice Springs Desert Park showing desert views and signage

2. Alice Springs School of the Air

The Alice Springs School of the Air Visitor Centre is a wonderful place to discover the marvels of technology connecting children in remote Central Australia. Find out how this centre in Alice Springs can bring a class together, despite students being spread out over 1.3 million square kilometres (502,000 square miles), an area 10 times the size of England.
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School of the Air which includes heritage elements

3. Larapinta Trail Trailhead

See the best spots in the West MacDonnell Ranges on the Larapinta Trail. Immerse yourself in the rugged habitat of black-footed rock-wallabies and the enormous wedge-tailed eagle along the 223-kilometre (140-mile) hike. Each night you’ll be camping beneath stars that seem amplified by the desert dark. Wake up to the spectacular colours of the ranges in the morning light.
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4. Alice Springs Reptile Centre

Visit Alice Springs Reptile Centre to experience amazing creatures up close and observe the more than 100 fascinating reptiles in a family-friendly environment.
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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.

5. Alice Springs Golf Club

Alice Springs Golf Club offers a challenging course and great views. Play a round of golf with Mount Johns and the MacDonnell Ranges in the background and the rich red Alice Springs sands contrasting with the golfing green at your feet.
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Alice Springs which includes golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

Recommended things to do in Alice Springs

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Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket: NZ$19
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What to do in Alice Springs

Discover the most popular places to visit in Alice Springs

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
Alice Springs showing military items, a sunset and views

Anzac Hill

Arrive at this lookout point at sunset to see Alice Springs as you’ve never seen it before, spread out far below against the pinks and reds of the evening sky.

Anzac Hill
Alice Springs Telegraph Station

Alice Springs Telegraph Station

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Alice Springs Telegraph Station during your travels in Alice Springs. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Alice Springs Telegraph Station

Lasseters Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Lasseters Casino during your visit to Alice Springs? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Lasseters Casino

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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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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.

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Ross

You'll enjoy the restaurants and sporting events in Ross. You might want to make time for a stop at Frontier Camel Farm or Yeperenye-Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park.

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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.

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East Side

Travellers come to East Side for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Joint Geological-Geophysical Reserve and Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve while you're in town.

East Side
School of the Air featuring signage as well as a small group of people

Braitling

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Braitling. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Larapinta Trail Trailhead and Alice Springs Telegraph Station, a few notable attractions nearby.

Braitling

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Alice Springs worth visiting?
Whether you plan to experience the local charm and cultural attractions or try regional foods and venture into nature, there's no shortage of things to do in Alice Springs.
How do I spend a day in Alice Springs?
After you've checked off popular attractions like Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre and Road Transport Hall of Fame, spend some time enjoying the food and retail options in Alice Springs.
What is the top tourist attraction in Alice Springs?
You can't leave without exploring Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre, rated the top tourist attraction in Alice Springs.
Is three days enough to stay in Alice Springs?
You can easily tick off popular sights like Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre, Road Transport Hall of Fame and The Kangaroo Sanctuary with a three-day trip to Alice Springs. On average, most travellers book two days here. There's plenty to explore nearby too, so stay a while longer and head to Amoonguna.
Is Alice Springs a walkable city?
With popular neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Alice Springs is a great destination to visit on foot. Enjoy wandering between Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre and Larapinta Trail Trailhead. Then take a stroll around Desert Springs, located 2 kilometres from downtown, and The Gap, which is about 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Alice Springs with kids?
Planning what to do in Alice Springs with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're travelling with toddlers or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights to keep them entertained here.

What to do in Alice Springs for adults?
Anzac Hill is one of the best things to do in Alice Springs. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Alice Springs?
From enjoying parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Alice Springs. If you're looking for inspiration, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre is a must for anyone wanting to save on their travelling adventures.