East Side

Alice Springs

Popular places to visit

Alice Springs Desert Park which includes signage and desert views

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 featuring 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
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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

See some of the Northern Territory’s reptiles including saltwater crocodiles, enormous perentie goannas and desert-adapted thorny devils.

Alice Springs Reptile Centre
Alice Springs featuring 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

See the paintings of Albert Namatjira, view rare footage of Indigenous ceremonies and hear about the people who have shaped Central Australia in this arts center.

Araluen Cultural Precinct

Things to do

Best of Alice Springs

Best of Alice Springs

P9,948
per adult
Best of Alice Springs
Ballooning at First Light

Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

P13,906
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs
Wildflower season

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

P1,483
per adult
Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs

West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs

P7,320
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
West MacDonnell Ranges Safari

West MacDonnell Ranges Safari

P4,842
per adult
West MacDonnell Ranges Safari
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock

P37,350
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock
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Top hotels in East Side

Mercure Alice Springs Resort

Mercure Alice Springs Resort

4.5 out of 5
34 Stott Terrace, East Side, NT
The price is P4,824 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
P4,824
P5,307 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 Sep 11, 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 P5,602 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
P5,602
P6,162 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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 Aug 8, 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 Feb 3, 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 P4,669 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P4,669
P5,135 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Noisy inconsiderate neighbours one night. Otherwise everything was excellent & really enjoyed our stay there."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,291 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
P5,291
P5,820 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
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 Sep 28, 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 P4,380 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
P4,380
P4,817 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
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 Sep 26, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around East Side

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Sadadeen

When in Sadadeen, you can plan a visit to Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Sadadeen
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Alice Springs CBD

While visiting Alice Springs CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery.

Alice Springs CBD
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Stuart

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

Stuart
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Desert Springs

Travelers 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

Ciccone is well-liked for its parks and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Todd Mall and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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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