East Side
Alice Springs

Popular places to visit

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 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.

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.

Alice Springs Telegraph Station
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Alice Springs Telegraph Station during your travels in Alice Springs. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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 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.
Things to do

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
Top hotels in East Side

Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Nice room, comfortable beds. Good shower, very friendly and professional staff.
Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026

Alice Lodge
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

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Great stay, safest place to stay in town.
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Breakfast food was ok, staff ok, condition of dinning room, resturant , tired worn
Reviewed on Mar 31, 2026

Elkira Court Motel

Desert Palms Alice Springs
Really great value for money. Clean, spacious and an excellent pool.
Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Side

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

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

Stuart
Travelers like the historic sites in Stuart, and Alice Springs Telegraph Station is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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

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.

The Gap
Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre or Alice Springs Aquatic & Leisure Centre while you're exploring the area.

