It may seem as though the Australia
outback has fallen a little off the tourist radar, but we highly recommend
spending some time in the beautiful area of Alice Springs.
As the artistic capital of central
Australia, Alice Springs boasts more art galleries per capita than anywhere
else in Australia and seems to always be in festival mode. That means there is
plenty to do in a week along with loads of cheap
accommodation in Alice Springs.
Take In
the View
Anzac Hill is the perfect spot to
take in The Alice. You can either take the stairs by Wills Terrace, or if
that’s not quite your cup of tea, take a drive up Anzac Hill Road for
sensational views of the town and the gorgeous MacDonnell Ranges.
Go for a
Hike
There are plenty of amazing hiking
opportunities in Alice Springs. Start off at the Visitor Information Centre just
off Todd Mall and head northwest along Parsons Street, where you will pass
heritage buildings including the 1908-built Old Stuart Town Gaol where Queen
Elizabeth and Prince Phillip stayed for a few nights back in 1963. Continue on
for exploration and a history of the area.
Grab a
Bite to Eat
After an invigorating hike, be sure
to try a traditional Australian
meat pie or a decadent toastie.
Go
Shopping
The shopping in Alice Springs is
very much based around Aboriginal art.
Dine Like
a Local
Or rather, dine with the locals in
a gastro pub or outback circus like Monte’s. It’s a great Alice Springs dining
experience complete with traditional pub grub. If you want something more than
burgers and pizzas, there are plenty of great local restaurants to try.
Go for a
Ride
Alice Springs boasts more than
200km of sensational mountain biking trails. Beat the heat by heading off on an
early morning tour or even rent a bike and head off exploring in your own time.
Get In
Some Culture
The Araleun Arts Centre is arguable
the pinnacle of the Alice Springs art circuit. The centre focuses on
contemporary Aboriginal art, complete with a gallery that showcases the works
of renowned artists. There’s a professional theatre, too, so you may want to
take in a show while you’re at it.
Go for a
Walk
If you didn’t spot any cut
wallabies during your hike, head out to the Alice Springs Desert Park where you
are sure to see plenty of Central Australia creatures. If you’d rather walk
closer to the centre, go for a walk around the stunning Olive Pink Botanic
Garden where you can see more than 600 central Australian flora.
Don’t Miss
Out
Finally, during your week long stay
in Alice Springs, be sure to book a day trip to the waterholes, gorges and
sacred sites of the West MacDonnell ranges. You can either hire a car and drive
yourself or join an organised tour where you will be taken to key stops like
Ormiston Gorge, Ellery Creek Big Hole, Ochre Pits, and much more.
With so much to see and do in Alice
Springs, you may even find yourself extending your stay!
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