The Gap
Alice Springs
Popular places to visit
Larapinta Trail Trailhead
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.
Alice Springs School of the Air
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.
Alice Springs Desert Park
Discover nocturnal creatures of the desert, learn the survival skills of the Arrernte people and walk alongside kangaroos and emus in this nature park.
Alice Springs Telegraph Station
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Alice Springs Telegraph Station during your travels in Alice Springs. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Alice Springs Reptile Centre
See some of the Northern Territory’s reptiles including saltwater crocodiles, enormous perentie goannas and desert-adapted thorny devils.
Anzac Hill
Arrive at this lookout point at sunset to see Alice Springs as you’ve never seen it before, spread out far below against the pinks and reds of the evening sky.
The Gap Hotel Deals
Quest Alice Springs
"The room was with out a garden and very shadow. The foto you showed on you booking page looks very different."
Reviewed on 2026/4/20
Alice on Todd Apartments
"always a comfort knowing that there is a clean pet friendly accomodation when driving in to town from remote community"
Reviewed on 2026/5/29
Elkira Court Motel
"Good price. Nice central location. Everything was walkable."
Reviewed on 2026/6/1
Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
"Breakfast"
Reviewed on 2026/5/25
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
"all good"
Reviewed on 2026/6/1
Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
"Fine for an overnight stay. I particularly appreciated the nice coffee/tea tray. The internet went out and there were few electrical outlets to plug in devices. No lift to the second floor, which was a bit odd. But clean and comfy bed."
Reviewed on 2026/6/3
Where to stay in The Gap
Desert Springs
Travelers come to Desert Springs for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lasseters Casino and Alice Springs Golf Club while you're in town.
Alice Springs CBD
While visiting Alice Springs CBD, you might make a stop by sights like Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery and Todd Mall.
Ross
You'll enjoy the restaurants and sporting events in Ross. You might want to make time for a stop at Frontier Camel Farm or Yeperenye-Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park.
Gillen
The restaurants and sporting events are just a few features travelers like about Gillen. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Araluen Cultural Precinct and Lasseters Casino are a few top places to visit.
Ciccone
Ciccone is well-liked for its parks and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Anzac Hill and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
