WELCOME TO
Central Australia
WELCOME TO
Central Australia
Central Australia contains some of Australia's most famous natural wonders in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park and Watarrka (Kings Canyon), and others that should be, such as Toritja (West MacDonnell Range National Park), Karlu Karlu (Devils Marbles), and Palm Valley. This unique part of the world offers spectacular landscapes and unique plants and animals, but itÃs also rich in history, Aboriginal culture and arts, and has something for everyone.
Drive through ancient landscapes, stop and explore the gorges and valleys, swim in lush waterholes, walk Kings Canyon and experience the spectacular sunrises and sunsets at Uluru. Experience some of Australia's most exciting drive routes at your own pace taking in the awe inspring, ever changing landscapes of Central Australia.
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Alice Springs Desert Park
As distinctive as the Australian desert is – Desert Park is a truly unique experience that continues to captivate and educate travellers. There’s much more to deserts than meets the eye.
Uluru Camel Tours
Take the ultimate camel adventure in the heart of Australia, the Red Centre. Be inspired by the stunning surrounds of Uluru and Kata Tjuta as you gently coast along the sand dunes some ten feet off the ground.
Outback Ballooning
Outback Ballooning has been operating in Alice Springs since 1986 and is one of Australia’s longest established ballooning companies. They operate every day, weather permitting.
Hermannsburg Historic Precinct
This heritage site includes the Hermannsburg Mission, the birthplace of Albert Namatjira and houses examples of Hermannsburg Art. Enjoy morning tea, lunch, or afternoon tea in the Kata Anga Tea Rooms.
National Road Transport Museum
Dedicated to the preservation and presentation of Australia’s unique road transport heritage, this huge complex the most comprehensive land transport museum in the southern hemisphere and also houses the Old Ghan Railway Museum.
Women’s Museum of Australia
Located in Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia. The Women’s Museum of Australia aims to recognise the place of women in history, and particularly the role of women in Australia's development.
Alice Springs Reptile Centre
Alice Springs Reptile Centre is a privately operated reptile centre and environmental education facility. It contains the largest collection of reptiles in the Northern Territory.
Big Winch 360°
With spectacular views over Coober Pedy, the Big Winch has been a popular attraction and meeting place for visitors and locals since it was built by Claus Wirries in the early 1970s. Enjoy the Cafe/Bar and experience Australia's first 360° Circlevision Cinema.
Tourism Central Australia
Tourism Central Australia are passionate about the community and can offer you the best insights on the things to do and places to stay in this beautiful region
Alice Springs Telegraph Station
The Telegraph Station is the birthplace of the Alice Springs township. It is excellent value and a must-see destination to add to your itinerary while visiting Central Australia.
Battery Hill Gold Mining & Heritage Centre
Explore the heart of Tennant Creek’s golden past. Experience thrilling underground tours, marvel at the McLaughlin Mineral Collection, and uncover stories of resilience at The Borella Museum and Freedom, Fortitude & Flies exhibition.
The Kangaroo Sanctuary
Sprawling wildlife sanctuary for the rehabilitation of baby & adult kangaroos, with guided tours. They rescue & raise orphaned kangaroos. Meet their roos on tour. Home of Kangaroo Dundee. www.kangaroosanctuary.com/donate
Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs
Visit the original RFDS building in Alice Springs. See, experience and learn through the wonder of technology the heroic tales of the birth and growth of the Royal Flying Doctor Service under the stewardship of the Reverand John Flynn.
Araluen Arts Centre
The Araluen Arts Centre operates as the visual art and performance hub of Central Australia, presenting an annual program of exhibitions, performances, and film.
Alice Holiday Tours
Locally owned and operated tour provider based in the heart of Central Australia's Northern Territory. Specialising in offering small-group sightseeing tours around Alice Springs, Uluru, and the stunning McDonnell Ranges.
Curtin Springs Station
Curtin Springs is a special part of Central Australia, owned by a family who have made this remote place their home. providing 27 accommodation rooms, campground, fuel, store and great homestyle meals for visitors.
Alice Springs Helicopters
Alice Springs Helicopters is the leading provider of commercial rotary wing services in Central Australia. We are conveniently located at Alice Springs Airport.
Olive Pink Botanic Gardens
Olive Pink Botanic Garden is Australia's only arid zone botanic garden. Located adjacent to the Todd River and not far from the centre of Alice Springs, it is a great place to wander along trails to see the hundreds of plant species that are native to the Red Centre.
Alice Springs Beanie Festival
The fabulous Alice Springs Beanie Festival began in 1997 and has grown into one of the biggest and most fun events in Alice Springs with a committed band of beanie-ologists.
Henley on Todd Incorporated
The Henley-on-Todd Regatta is a "boat" race held annually in the typically dry sandy bed of the Todd River in Alice Springs, Australia.
Accommodation & Dining
Crowne Plaza – Lasseters Casino
Lasseter’s is the pinnacle of hospitality in Alice Springs with multiple restaurants and bars, an award-winning hotel, resort pool & pool side cafe, health club, day spa, TAB facilities and an international standard casino.
Diplomat Hotel
Located in the centre of Alice Springs, the Diplomat Hotel provides the perfect place to stay, relax and unwind. Offering a selection of affordable Alice Springs accommodation. Enjoy the outdoor swimming pool, free parking and the popular Uncles Tavern.
Uncles Tavern
Your local in Alice Springs. Uncles Tavern is a vibrant space to catch up with mates, enjoy a cool drink or to try some sensational pub fare. With the coldest beer in Alice Springs? Come on down today!
Devils Marbles Hotel
Only 10 minutes’ drive from the majestic Devils Marbles! An oasis on the Stuart Highway, one-hour south of Tennant Creek. Winner of the Golden Plate Award seven years running. Deluxe cabins, single rooms, caravan sites and camping.
Discovery Resorts – Kings Canyon
Relax under a canopy of stars at one of the most picturesque campgrounds in Australia. Enjoy uninterrupted views to Kings Canyon and immerse yourself in Light-Towers, a maze of light and sound.
Arltunga Bush Pub and Eco Retreat
Premier East MacDonnell Ranges campground in the heart of Australia. Miner’s and glamping tents, new heated pool, history, nature, Aboriginal cultural education, self-drive 4x4, bird watching, hiking and walking trails, and gold fossicking.
Todd Tavern
Right in the heart of Alice Springs, Todd Tavern is the longest standing hotel in town. It’s heritage status and central location make it a perfect place to experience the laid-back lifestyle and great hospitality that Alice has to offer.
Gap View Hotel
A unique blend of dining, entertainment and camping facilities. Enjoy all the pub classics at our bistro with indoor and outdoor dining options, multiple bars, a range of live sports and entertainment. Relax pool side with two resort style pools.
Ti Tree Roadhouse
With a range of accommodation options, spectacular scenery, and a real slice of Territory history, we look forward to seeing you here soon!
G’Day Mate Tourist Park
Only 6km from Alice Springs near the Gap at the base of West MacDonnell Ranges a family-owned Tourist Park. Walk to shops. Comfortable cabins with ensuites, and caravan sites.
Wintersun Cabins & Caravan Park
Located two kilometres north of the town centre, Wintersun has neat clean grassy sites, shaded swimming pool and a range of modern cabins with ensuites. Cabins have cooking facilities, air-conditioning and parking next to the cabin.
Quest Apartments
Soak up the sun and cool off in the pool at Quest Alice Springs. Nestled amongst the eucalypts along South Terrace, this is perfect for both long and short stays.
Pawz N Clawz Pet Accommodation
Providing the very best of care, when you can’t be there. For cherished dogs, cats and tiny treasures. All areas are air-conditioned and heated and kept to the highest standards. Pets on medication more than welcome.
Safari Lodge Motel
In the heart of Tennant Creek, it’s the perfect launching pad for exploring the Barkly and surrounds. Central to shops and restaurants. Free WiFi, secure parking, air-con and 100% Aboriginal owned.
Tennant Creek Caravan Park
Tennant Creek Caravan Park offers a range of accommodation from unpowered camping sites and van sites to fully equipped cabins with ensuites.
Shopping & Aboriginal Art
Ikuntji Artists
Visit Ikuntji Artists with their impressive international reputation representing Haasts Bluff artists nationally and abroad. Renowned for bold colours and the inclusion of traditional motifs alongside figurative and naturalistic imagery.
Outback Stores
Artists have developed a style of painting at Keringke Arts over a 25-year period. Three generations of artists used pattern, colour, shape and design to create paintings representing their sense of country, culture and self.
Pigglys Supermarket
Pigglys, the oldest trading supermarket in The Alice. Come and have a look at the renovated store which includes bottle shop and takeaway.
This is Aboriginal Art
Specialising in Central and Western Desert Aboriginal art, the gallery boasts a large range of ethically sourced Aboriginal art, sculpture, handicrafts, and didgeridoos, whether you are seeking a stunning feature piece or small memento.
Tjanpi Desert Weavers
A social enterprise of the Ngaanyatjarra Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (NPY) Women’s Council, working with women in the remote Central and Western deserts who earn an income from contemporary fibre art.
Warlukurlangu Artists
Warlukurlangu is internationally recognised for their bold use of colour and strong traditional iconography. The paintings tell the story of the artists’ connection to their Country, and the creation myths that began in the Dreamtime.
Desert Dwellers
All types of workwear, from Outback to Corporate, quality service, locally owned and operated supporting locals and offers an in-house embroidery service.
Yubu Napa Art Gallery
Dedicated to showcasing the highest quality Aboriginal art from Central Australia, they have large gallery spaces with stunning collection of contemporary Aboriginal art. The gift shop has an eclectic range of handcrafted gift ideas and photography.
Arlpwe Art Centre
Arlpwe Art & Culture Centre sits on Kaytetye Country in Ali Curung, an Aboriginal community about 400km north of Alice Springs. Visit the Art Centre, they are on a sealed road just 22kms off the Stuart Highway, between Alice Springs and Tennant Creek.
Boomerang Art
Boomerang Art was established in 1996, some 15 minutes’ drive from Alice Springs. An established studio with two outside galleries with and an additional two sheds with a combined display area of about 500 square meters.
Mbantua Gallery
Specialising in art from the Utopia region since 1986. They have built strong relationships with many respected artists and feature an exclusive collection of masterpieces. Purchase online or in their Alice Springs or Darwin galleries.
Bush Balm by Purple House
A Social enterprise providing access to traditional bush medicines and meaningful employment opportunities for Aboriginal people. Purple House is an innovative non-profit Aboriginal community-controlled health organisation operating from their base in Alice Springs.
Other Services
Alice Laundromat
Alice Laundromat aims to provide a reliable, efficient and fast service, offering quality Dexter washing machines and dryers to meet your laundry needs.
Thrifty Car Rentals
Corporate car, family sedans, work vehicle, SUV’s, 8–12-seater vehicles, Minibuses or Utes, they have everything while you are in town. Accessories can also be provided upon request.
Budget Rent a Car
Budget’s range, fleet and services make car rental effortless, affordable, and reliable all at the same time. Check out everything the NT has to offer. They’re sure to have the vehicle to help you ‘Get to the good stuff’ sooner.
Alice Car Rentals
Your truly local car rental company. Travelling overseas takes a lot of planning, saving and hard work. Once you land at your destination, there's nothing better than a reliable set of wheels to go sightseeing.
Central land Council
Aboriginal land is private land requiring permission to visit. The CLC permit system facilitates regulated access to Aboriginal land for visitors, media, researchers, other workers and special projects.
Lavish Day Spa
Day Spa products are exclusively provided by BABOR. These products offer premium skin and body care that combine state-of-the-art scientific knowledge and the beneficial effects of natural active ingredients.
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Couple having a picnic:: Credit: TourismNT/Kyle Hunter & Hayley Anderson
Couple at Ormiston Gorge: Credit: TourismNT/Jess Caldwell
Uluru
Girls sitting on car: Credit: TourismNT/Annie Nguyen
Couple at Walpa Gorge: Credit: TourismNT/Matt Cherubino
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