Title: Alice Springs CBD Travel Guide: Best of Alice Springs CBD, Alice Springs Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Alice Springs CBD](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-CBD-Hotels.d961017591741214720.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Alice Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Alice-Springs.d6052510.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Alice Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Alice-Springs.d6052510.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Alice Springs CBD Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alice-Springs-CBD.d961017591741214720.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alice Springs CBD Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-CBD.d961017591741214720.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Alice Springs CBD Travel Guide ## Alice Springs ![The Ghan makes a 3,000km journey from Darwin to Adelaide, with the mighty wheels kicking up the red dirt of the Australian Outback as it travels straight down the middle of the country. It's a once in a lifetime journey, but it pays to be prepared. My tip for any visit to the Outback is to invest in a fly net for your head and shoes you don't mind coming home covered in red dust! #LifeatExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052510/5ba32b99-e2aa-4208-93d0-b2940f2bd10b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The Ghan makes a 3,000km journey from Darwin to Adelaide, with the mighty wheels kicking up the red dirt of the Australian Outback as it travels straight down the middle of the country. It's a once in a lifetime journey, but it pays to be prepared. My tip for any visit to the Outback is to invest in a fly net for your head and shoes you don't mind coming home covered in red dust! #LifeatExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052510/5ba32b99-e2aa-4208-93d0-b2940f2bd10b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Make sure you get the #windowseat if you ever fly out from Alice Spring Airport #uluru #ayerrock #viewfromabove #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052510/c1fa8550-ed9e-4d01-b7bf-e9bda5ece9a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The landscape is pretty bare in the Australian outback. However, what there is to see has great beauty!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052510/a1070250-dac6-4c71-939a-3a82ff3982fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Most places have a healthy pigeon population. The pigeons in Alice Springs come with a very cool hairdo:) This crested pigeon was happy to pose for me!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052510/409ce3ff-2900-4b57-8b95-9e39c8ed8efd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Alice Springs CBD Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Alice Springs travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs.dx6052510) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Alice Springs Desert Park which includes signage and desert views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186465/b2954d4c-5081-46c9-9976-c1c5a322a2af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs Desert Park 4.5/5(5 reviews) Discover nocturnal creatures of the desert, learn the survival skills of the Arrernte people and walk alongside kangaroos and emus in this nature park. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Desert-Park-Flynn.d6186465.Attraction) ![School of the Air showing heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216460/4494abc5-2c2c-4f06-a7a2-d0b7c4bfd49e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs School of the Air 5/5(6 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-School-Of-The-Air-Braitling.d6216460.Attraction) ![Alice Springs showing a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532608364/4b9f045a-e0a5-419b-8f0e-759a7d0e4748.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Larapinta Trail Trailhead 4/5(1 review) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Larapinta-Trail-Trailhead-Stuart.d553248621532608364.Attraction) ![Alice Springs Telegraph Station showing a small town or village, farmland and heritage elements](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186472/ed19337c-b68d-456f-869c-1c1786c9c184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs Telegraph Station 4/5(5 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Telegraph-Station-Stuart.d6186472.Attraction) ![Alice Springs featuring golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340984281/94332651-0b57-4b94-960d-d8c2e474b232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Golf-Club-Desert-Springs.d553248634340984281.Attraction) ![Alice Springs Reptile Centre showing zoo animals and dangerous animals](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216426/4cf61b87-1b22-4188-9325-804eaca54ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Springs Reptile Centre 4/5(3 reviews) See some of the Northern Territory’s reptiles including saltwater crocodiles, enormous perentie goannas and desert-adapted thorny devils. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Reptile-Centre-Alice-Springs.d6216426.Attraction) ### Things to do ![West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4775633/a7b6ab3d-2a79-4d44-a023-7816d00bdf4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group £76 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/west-macdonnell-ranges-half-day-tour-small-group.a4775633.activity-details) ![West MacDonnell Ranges National Park, Standley Chasm](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44961695/e267b3e8-db9a-4512-af07-8775fb6c0a08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs £100 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/west-macdonnell-ranges-standley-chasm-day-trip-from-alice-springs.a44961695.activity-details) ![Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49836637/ac8f9d28-be2f-4490-9ae9-0d2c902ed3a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs £44 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/art-centre-tour-in-alice-springs.a49836637.activity-details) ![Alice Town and Country Half Day Sunset Tour -Small Group](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48371823/b5720353-6b17-47fe-be28-2ccf2ac5ff35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alice Town and Country Half Day Sunset Tour -Small Group £100 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/alice-town-and-country-half-day-sunset-tour-small-group.a48371823.activity-details) ![West MacDonnell Ranges](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1397722/63e32bab-9513-4b7b-804a-a245df372889.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### West MacDonnell Ranges Day Trip from Alice Springs £125 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/west-macdonnell-ranges-day-trip-from-alice-springs.a1397722.activity-details) ![Anzac Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46710278/6eec2e03-d0cd-4b20-ab3e-5d8b52c814df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Historical Alice Tour £94 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/historical-alice-tour.a46710278.activity-details) [See all activities in Alice Springs](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Alice-Springs.d6052510.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Alice Springs CBD ![Stay at Alice Springs Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/920000/919300/919275/50919c83_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stay at Alice Springs Hotel 11 Leichardt Tce Alice Springs NT £44 14 Feb - 15 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7.4/10 Good! (288 reviews) A few amenities were amiss when we arrived, but staff and mgmt were quick to rectify things. Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026&selected=919275&PinnedHotelID=919275&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961017591741214720) ![Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/120200/120131/cb90b4a7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs 20 Gregory Terrace Alice Springs NT £42 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (999 reviews) I asked for ground floor, near pool if possible and quiet. I was allocated room 207\. The night was very quiet. The room was spotlessly clean and the bed was extremely comfortable and enjoyed a great nights sleep. Dinner was quick as a flash. The only negative was my not so cold JD RTD for $13.70\. ... Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=120131&PinnedHotelID=120131&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961017591741214720) ![Elkira Court Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5290/02f06373_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Elkira Court Motel 65 Bath Street Alice Springs NT £49 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a conference centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (590 reviews) Room was a bit hot Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=5290&PinnedHotelID=5290&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961017591741214720) ![YHA Alice Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9850000/9848100/9848040/31fb77c7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### YHA Alice Springs Corner Parsons St & Leichhardt Tce Alice Springs NT Fully refundable £55 19 Feb - 20 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hostel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Adelaide House and Todd Mall are located ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (79 reviews) Overall great experience, really can't complain. Rooms are clean, staff are friendly. Only wish the tables outdoors were wiped down or had a hand brush handy to wipe the tree bits off. Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F02%2F2026&endDate=20%2F02%2F2026&selected=9848040&PinnedHotelID=9848040&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961017591741214720) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19344/14b13d42_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs 82 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT £67 21 Feb - 22 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (994 reviews) The professional service of your staff was excellent and made our stay enjoyable. Looking for to the next stay. Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026&selected=19344&PinnedHotelID=19344&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961017591741214720) ![Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1050000/1047900/1047826/eee3712e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG 93 Barrett Drive Desert Springs NT £61 28 Feb - 1 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (999 reviews) The service and room cleanliness Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=28%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026&selected=1047826&PinnedHotelID=1047826&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=961017591741214720) [See all 29 properties in Alice Springs CBD](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=14%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026®ionId=961017591741214720) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-uk-fr-de.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Holiday Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and holiday homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.co.uk/cheap-deals?rfrr=DX-NH_SPRING_PROMO_961017591741214720) ## Check Alice Springs CBD hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=961017591741214720&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14)[13 Feb - 14 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=961017591741214720&startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-14) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=961017591741214720&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15)[14 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=961017591741214720&startDate=2026-02-14&endDate=2026-02-15) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=961017591741214720&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=961017591741214720&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Alice Springs CBD ![I'm in the Northern Territory working with Travel Freedom on two tours; Mulgas Adventures and Emu Run Experiences. Both have been fun and affordable products that showcase the best of this destination quickly and affordably. Our guide Chris has been one of many guides I've had in this part of the world but he's shown me heaps of new spots, taught me things I didn't know AND he dug up witchetty grubs for those brave enough to try them! 😱😱😱](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216171/0ac2c5a4-91d8-4d26-845a-e3fefe1ee42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ciccone The parks and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Ciccone. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery and Anzac Hill, a few notable attractions nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Ciccone.dx6216171) ![Detail image of Simpsons Gap in the MacDonnell Ranges near Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia featuring orange rock faces and beautiful ghost gum trees](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216169/5052652f-4167-4579-9716-95af740f7840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Gap Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre or Heritage Walk while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-The-Gap.dx6216169) ![Alice Springs featuring golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340984281/94332651-0b57-4b94-960d-d8c2e474b232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Desert-Springs.dx6216254) ![I'm in the Northern Territory working with Travel Freedom on two tours; Mulgas Adventures and Emu Run Experiences. Both have been fun and affordable products that showcase the best of this destination quickly and affordably. Our guide Chris has been one of many guides I've had in this part of the world but he's shown me heaps of new spots, taught me things I didn't know AND he dug up witchetty grubs for those brave enough to try them! 😱😱😱](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216171/0ac2c5a4-91d8-4d26-845a-e3fefe1ee42a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Lasseters Casino are some interesting sights nearby to check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Gillen.dx6216159) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Sadadeen If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Sadadeen and surrounding area, you can visit Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery and Alice Springs Golf Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Alice-Springs-Sadadeen.dx553248634374213144) ![Ruby Gap NP in Australien](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216175/ccb6c2a0-1a88-4515-afdc-67cd1f44694d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### East Side Travellers come to East Side for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve and Joint Geological-Geophysical Reserve while you're in town. 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