Destination Guide to Alice Springs, Australia

Alice Springs or simply called Alice, is situated near the southern border of the Northern territory in central Australia. It was discovered in 1817 and slowly grew to popularity when people started settling here. When the Ghan Train Line was established, finally Alice Springs got connected to other parts of Australia in the 20th Century. In your vacation you will discover the true meaning of being in the Outback Australia. Just let your Alice Springs guide show you around!

Alice Springs has a number of tourist attractions that are worth a visit. You can start off your tour by visiting the Adelaide House which came into existence in 1920 and now has become a place of great importance. Next you can drop by in the Stuart Town Goal. This is an ancient building which is now taken care of by the National Trust, so you can imagine what national importance it has! You can explore the lovely and famous botanical garden called “Olive Pink” in the town center and discover the special flowers that grow in Australia. The town center is also near Todd River which is a picturesque place that houses strong trunked trees. Another attraction is the old Courthouse. This was built in 1928 and was an administrative building during those times. Later it become the official courthouse of Alice Springs and now it has been converted to the “National Pioneer Women’s Hall of Fame.”

There are also different activities that you can enjoy here. For example bushwalking –this allows tourists to explore the true beauty of Alice Springs. It is activity can be enjoyed by individuals of all ages. Also if you have kids then you should drop by in Desert Park. You will get to enjoy and explore the local wildlife as well different species of birds found in Australia. Your kids will have a wonderful learning experience when they explore the park with you. In addition the beautiful sceneries will create beautiful memories for you. Also camel rides are very popular here.

If you are planning a vacation here, be sure to ask your Alice Spring traveler guide to book a hotel room for you in advance. This is important because during the Alice Spring events, festive seasons and vacations hotels are always booked.  Also if you are looking for cheap accommodations then check out Khalick Streets, Parsons Street, Todd mall and Stephen’s road. You can select the best and the most affordable accommodations from here depending on your budget.

Many traditional events and festivals are hosted in this wonderful Northern territory of Australia. Starting April, the Cup Carnival Festivities are hosted to pay a tribute to the amazing and rich culture and traditions of Europe. Horse racing events are especially quite a craze here which is worth a look with your family. The next month, May hosts many carnival tours and events. Also the Women’s Hall of Fame previously mentioned hosts a famous charity performance event called “Molly’s Bash”.

As many tourists flock to this place every year, many new food courts and restaurants have been built to accommodate these tourists. Some fabulous restaurants are found at Stephens Road, Stuart Terrace and Gregory Terrace. You will also find many eating areas and cafes in Larapinta Drive and Bath Street.

Here are some important facts you should remember. Restaurants are usually open from eight in the morning till ten in the evening during weekdays. However not all restaurants are opened on Sunday. Make sure you keep track of restaurants that are open on Sunday. Also, the lunch period in this area is between twelve and two.