Arumbera Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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 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.
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 Reptile Centre
Discover a world of crocodiles, lizards and snakes in this fascinating eco-tourism attraction, where you can see some of Australia’s most famous animals.
Alice Springs Golf Club
Eighteen challenging holes between rocky outcrops and spinifex grass offer views over the MacDonnell Ranges at this unique golf green in the middle of the desert.
Araluen Cultural Precinct
Explore this fantastic group of museums and galleries to experience the unique history, art and indigenous culture of the Alice Springs region.
Activities
Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs
Our pick of the best Arumbera Hotel Deals
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Our room was clean as well as the rest of the premises. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. We did not eat meals at the restaurant but did have cocktails in the bar. Liked the king studio with the kitchenette.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
Good price central
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Great service. Your hot water runs out in the shower quite quickly so needs to be addressed.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Elkira Court Motel
good
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
Meal was great Room was good too
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Arumbera
Ilparpa
If you're spending some time in Ilparpa, Alice Springs Desert Park and Ilparpa Swamp Wildlife Protected Area are top sights worth seeing.
White Gums
While visiting White Gums, you might make a stop by sights like Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park and Ilparpa Swamp Wildlife Protected Area.
Kilgariff
Visitors to Kilgariff appreciate its gardens. A visit to Road Transport Hall of Fame and Frontier Camel Farm might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Flynn
You'll enjoy the mountain views and parks in Flynn. You might want to make time for a stop at Alice Springs Desert Park or Tjoritja-West MacDonnell National Park.
Gillen
Gillen is well liked for its restaurants and sporting events. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Araluen Cultural Precinct and Museum of Central Australia are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
The Gap
Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre or Royal Flying Doctor Service while you're exploring the area.
