Ultimate 3-Day Alice Springs Itinerary: Best Things to Do & See

Start your adventure at the Alice Springs Desert Park, where you can walk through desert habitats, see kangaroos and emus up close, and learn about Arrernte Aboriginal culture through immersive exhibits and daily presentations.

Alice Springs Desert Park

Head to the Araluen Cultural Precinct, a vibrant hub of art, history, and culture, featuring the Araluen Arts Centre, Central Australia Aviation Museum, and a striking collection of Aboriginal art from Central Australia.

Araluen Cultural Precinct

Dine at The Overlanders Steakhouse, an Alice Springs institution known for its legendary bush tucker and locally sourced Australian meats—try the iconic “Drover’s Blowout” for a true outback feast!

The Overlanders Steakhouse

Begin with a sunrise walk up Anzac Hill for panoramic views of Alice Springs and the MacDonnell Ranges—an iconic spot for reflection and photography.

Anzac Hill

Continue your morning with a visit to the Olive Pink Botanic Garden, a peaceful haven showcasing Central Australian flora and native birdlife—perfect for a tranquil bushwalk and a coffee at the Bean Tree Café.

Olive Pink Botanic Garden

Explore the fascinating Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tourist Facility, where immersive exhibits and holographic presentations bring the story of outback medical care to life.

Royal Flying Doctor Service Alice Springs Tourist Facility

Experience an authentic bush dinner under the stars with Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre, where passionate hosts share astronomy, ecology, and Aboriginal culture in an unforgettable outback setting.

Earth Sanctuary World Nature Centre

Venture west to Simpsons Gap, a spectacular gorge in the West MacDonnell Ranges with towering cliffs, a waterhole, and opportunities to spot black-footed rock wallabies in the early morning light.

Simpsons Gap

Continue exploring the ranges at Standley Chasm (Angkerle Atwatye), a dramatic gorge carved by centuries of rainfall and run by the local Arrernte community—walk the short trail and enjoy lunch at the on-site café.

Standley Chasm

Return to town and celebrate your outback journey with a relaxed dinner at Epoca Cucina, a local favourite for modern Italian cuisine, wood-fired pizza, and a welcoming atmosphere in the heart of Alice Springs.

Epoca Cucina