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

Alice Springs to Uluru

Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Coach Transfer

P9,572
per adult
Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Coach Transfer
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock

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

P37,463
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock
Wildflower season

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

P1,487
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

P7,342
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
Ballooning at First Light

Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

P13,948
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs
West MacDonnell Ranges Safari

West MacDonnell Ranges Safari

P4,857
per adult
West MacDonnell Ranges Safari
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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 P6,052 per night from Aug 23 to Aug 24
P6,052
P6,657 total
Aug 23 - Aug 24
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! (998 reviews)
Great beds
"I gave a 5 starts review because I think the current grades do it some injustice. The beds in this hotel are simply fabulous. Regarding the room -in our first visit we were upgraded to a room starting with 3 (in the river block) and this room was excellent. In our second visit we stayed in a rooms ..."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 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 P5,447 per night from Aug 18 to Aug 19
P5,447
P5,992 total
Aug 18 - Aug 19
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
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! (1,002 reviews)
"i wood recommend diplomat motel Alice spring to Eney one"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

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Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
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
Fully refundable
The price is P5,166 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
P5,166
P5,682 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Everything was great"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 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 P5,739 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
P5,739
P6,313 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
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! (993 reviews)
"Scenic and quiet location yet only 5 min from town centre. Comfortable stay."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
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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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Undoolya

While visiting Undoolya, you might make a stop by sights like Joint Geological-Geophysical Reserve and Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve.

Undoolya
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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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