Title: Central Travel Guide: Best of Central, Northern Territory Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Hotels.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Central-Holiday-Rentals.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Central.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Central Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Central.d553248635975749316.Car-Hire-Guide)[Central Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Central.d553248635975749316.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Central Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![l Bundoora dam central Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749316/de10107c-7c59-409c-aa6c-321845634f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![l Bundoora dam central Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749316/de10107c-7c59-409c-aa6c-321845634f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Uluru, in the middle of Australia. Impressive, especially as you get closer. Definitely recommend getting the hats with netting to protect against the flies. #LifeAtExpedia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374222850/33a80fb3-3e2d-4cfe-8fd5-f29e11576bb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The majestic & ferruginous Uluru (Ayers Rock, Australia) viewed from a distance in June 2012.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/e3a5ff72-59b4-4cd1-9961-911b2e574094.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The red centre ♥️](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/5507a1e6-95c8-442a-b1c8-1792509ac790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Things to do ![](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_SPRING_PROMO_553248635975749316) - Top hotels in Central - Top Holiday Rentals in Central ![Sails In The Desert](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67190000/67183200/67183169/c8920f54_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sails In The Desert 163 Yulara Drive Yulara NT £210 4 Mar - 5 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Yulara. Enjoy a full-service spa, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (235 reviews) Overall destination and stay was wonderful and comfortable Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F03%2F2026&endDate=05%2F03%2F2026&selected=67183169&PinnedHotelID=67183169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749316) ![Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/799000/798916/w2880h1912x0y11-cb0c8b34_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon Luritja Road Petermann NT £80 23 Mar - 24 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Petermann. Enjoy free parking, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.4/10 Good! (996 reviews) The accommodation was excellent - loved the bath with a view and the bed was very comfortable Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026&selected=798916&PinnedHotelID=798916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749316) ![The Lost Camel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4810000/4806000/4805954/d1d361e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Lost Camel Yulara Drive Yulara NT £157 2 Mar - 3 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Yulara. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (455 reviews) Expensive rooms due to monopoly at site. The Lost Camel was not the most expensive but it was right up there with one of the most expensive rooms my wife and I have ever stayed. No other options to spend the night if viewing the Rock. We had a wonderful vacation and experience. Nothing bad to say ... Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F03%2F2026&endDate=03%2F03%2F2026&selected=4805954&PinnedHotelID=4805954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749316) [See all 13 properties in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635975749316) 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. ![Penthouse Haven: Lux Balcony Dining ~ Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71540000/71533500/71533463/fcb6ff20_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Penthouse Haven: Lux Balcony Dining \~ Sea View Darwin City NT Stay at this condo in Darwin. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach ... 10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews) This accomodation is perfect for the whole family. It has everything you need, and all entertainment and restaurants are all so close by you don’t have to worry about additional transport. The apartment is modern, spacious and clean. We look forward to coming back again some time! Thanks to Ben and ... Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ghan-Hotels-Penthouse-Haven-Lux-Balcony-Dining-Sea-View.h71533463.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury Escape for Perfect Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115500000/115494400/115494320/w1476h898x4y2-3c8838a1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury Escape for Perfect Retreat Melbourne Victoria Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Ghan. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ghan-Hotels-Luxury-Escape-For-Perfect-Retreat.h115494320.Hotel-Information) ![2BDR Holiday Flat near Bright-Entire Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107430000/107421500/107421421/014c295e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 2BDR Holiday Flat near Bright-Entire Place Freeburgh VIC Stay at this apartment in Ghan. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces and air conditioning. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ghan-Hotels-2BDR-Holiday-Flat-Near-Bright-Entire-Place.h107421421.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975749316&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) 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. ## Check Central hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22)[21 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-02-21&endDate=2026-02-22) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23)[22 Feb - 23 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-02-22&endDate=2026-02-23) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026)[27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=01%2F03%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Uluru showing landscape views and desert views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/3bdf9242-b60e-4e73-923c-0ea896771a33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uluru With its vast scale and incredible colours, it is easy to see why this famous rock, known as the Red Heart of Australia, holds a sacred place in indigenous culture. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uluru-Petermann.d6054666.Attraction) ![Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park featuring desert views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054668/47b38be8-d6e5-4961-966a-73fedd8e2374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park Discover Aboriginal rock art and the living culture of the Anangu people, take a joy flight over Uluru and hike through the incredible landscapes of the Red Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Uluru-Kata-Tjuta-National-Park-Petermann.d6054668.Attraction) ![Fun place to hike around](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374222850/c9af7aaa-fbd7-42da-ac1e-fa993ccb7f2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Watarrka National Park Explore the great outdoors at Watarrka National Park, a lovely green space in Petermann. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Watarrka-National-Park-Petermann.d6052543.Attraction) ![0_BXP60271h](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965677/ba0a95aa-1c5d-4efd-ac88-843ffaee814e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kata Tjuta You can find out about the history of Petermann with a trip to Kata Tjuta. Discover the desert landscapes in this family-friendly area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Kata-Tjuta-Petermann.d553248621526965677.Attraction) ![The Olgas or Kata Tjuta from 2500 feet](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611273/2b14436c-65d7-45e4-bb88-2d4e764ed72c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Olga Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Olga during your travels in Petermann. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Olga-Petermann.d553248621532611273.Attraction) ![Red Centre showing tranquil scenes and desert views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635796046957/19310d07-ee43-46bb-9c04-c12851b7d19e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Conner Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Conner during your travels in Petermann. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Mount-Conner-Petermann.d553248635796046957.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/470652/ee3580b5-55d9-443a-bbbe-1a2ee9634cf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour £25 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/darwin-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a470652.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4524495/248ad198-f5de-427c-824f-ef742e24cadb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket £22 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/crocosaurus-cove-general-admission-ticket.a4524495.activity-details) ![Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4598510/b6be82a2-94f1-4732-b0e5-70b7db05995d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry £36 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/darwin-crocosaurus-cove-and-rfds-entry.a4598510.activity-details) ![WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851799/21417885-f75b-4aca-b5c5-0dae0e481f6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/wwii-bombing-of-darwin-royal-flying-doctor-service.a4851799.activity-details) ![Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49585801/8be1c7ba-40e3-4ea2-b13c-8e3739581b58.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin £8 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/fish-feeding-activity-in-darwin.a49585801.activity-details) ![RFDS Facility](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1296303/4a6a89bf-b72d-4134-b33c-3933afd33a24.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise £44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/darwin-combo-the-bombing-of-darwin-experience-darwin-harbour-cruise.a1296303.activity-details) [See all activities in Central](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Central.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Central ![The best way of viewing the Diamantina Range without jumping in a Helicopter or plane. A definite must!! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/539/dd8609a0-cc3b-4345-a983-de432ca1af07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bedourie ![Alice Springs which includes a gorge or canyon as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340999708/38e85796-16ee-4256-9349-84a1b653a73d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Hale ![Australia in August 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374218818/4ce7e3f3-3b20-456f-998f-ad1406d02990.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Mutitjulu ![The rocks around Erldunda show an incredible range of colours, from white to pink to orange to deep dark red.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000465381/90abb012-43f5-424d-8468-6a4277b12e8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Ghan ## Explore a world of travel with Expedia - Accommodation - Flights - Packages - [5 Star Hotels in Hale ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/5Star-Hale-Hotels.s50-0-d553248633988455163.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Luxury Hotels in Anatye ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anatye-Hotels-Luxury-Hotel.0-0-d553248634374224054-tLuxuryHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) - [Anatye Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Anatye-Hotels.d553248634374224054.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Finke Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Finke-Hotels.d3000384087.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Hale Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hale-Hotels.d553248633988455163.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Simpson Hotels ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Simpson-Hotels.d553248634374224870.Travel-Guide-Hotels) - [Flights from Hale ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/553248633988455163/flights-from-hale) - [Flights from Anatye ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/553248634374224054/flights-from-anatye) - [Visit Hale ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hale.dx553248633988455163) - [Ruby Gap Nature Park ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ruby-Gap-Nature-Park-Hale.d553248634335930728.Attraction) - Cities near Central - Places of interest [Hale](https://expedia.co.uk/Hale.dx553248633988455163)[Mutitjulu](https://expedia.co.uk/Mutitjulu.dx553248634374218818)[Tieyon](https://expedia.co.uk/Tieyon.dx553248634382893841) - [Uluru ](https://expedia.co.uk/Uluru-Petermann.d6054666.Attraction) - [Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park ](https://expedia.co.uk/Uluru-Kata-Tjuta-National-Park-Petermann.d6054668.Attraction) - [Mulgara Gallery ](https://expedia.co.uk/Mulgara-Gallery-Yulara.d553248621526965678.Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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