Ilparpa Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Alice Springs Desert Park showing desert views and signage

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 Desert Park
School of the Air which includes heritage elements

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 School of the Air
Alice Springs which includes a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

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.

Larapinta Trail Trailhead
Alice Springs Reptile Centre

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 Reptile Centre
Alice Springs which includes golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

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.

Alice Springs Golf Club
Araluen Cultural Precinct featuring aircraft, modern architecture and a sunset

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.

Araluen Cultural Precinct

Activities

Wildflower season

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

AU$40
per adult
Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket
City Afternoon Tour

Iconic Alice Springs City Afternoon Tour

AU$179
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Iconic Alice Springs City Afternoon Tour
West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group

AU$149
per adult
West MacDonnell Ranges Half day Tour -Small Group
Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs

Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs

AU$75
per adult
Art Centre Tour in Alice Springs
Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group

Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group

AU$189
per adult
Alice Town And Country Half Day Sunset Tour - Small Group
Skip the Line: Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket

AU$17
per adult
Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
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Our pick of the best Ilparpa Hotel Deals

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs

4.5 out of 5
82 Barrett Drive, Desert Springs, NT
The price is AU$200 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$200
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Scenic and quiet location yet only 5 min from town centre. Comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs

3.5 out of 5
20 Gregory Terrace, Corner Hartley St and Gregory Terra, Alice Springs, NT
The price is AU$132 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
AU$132
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Great location. We could walk everywhere. Restaurants and shopping nearby. “Stumps” coffee shop was great for breakfast."

Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025

Diplomat Hotel Alice Springs
Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG

4.5 out of 5
93 Barrett Drive, Desert Springs, NT
The price is AU$162 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$162
8 Aug - 9 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The property was clean and the staff was helpful and professional"

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Stay at Alice Springs Hotel

Stay at Alice Springs Hotel

3.5 out of 5
11 Leichardt Tce, Alice Springs, NT
The price is AU$161 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$161
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.4/10 Good! (260 reviews)
"A bit run-down, but fine for one night."

Reviewed on 18 Jun. 2025

Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
Elkira Court Motel

Elkira Court Motel

3.5 out of 5
65 Bath Street, Alice Springs, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$132 per night from 15 Aug to 16 Aug
AU$132
15 Aug - 16 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a conference center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition in ...
7.8/10 Good! (559 reviews)
"seems good value. Which is what i was looking for.Only issue i have ,is i do not like booking through agencies,They are free loaders .I would have liked to be able to ring direct."

Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025

Elkira Court Motel
Mercure Alice Springs Resort

Mercure Alice Springs Resort

4.5 out of 5
34 Stott Terrace, East Side, NT
The price is AU$157 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$157
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Alice Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Close to town and safe parking."

Reviewed on 1 Jul. 2025

Mercure Alice Springs Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Ilparpa

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Arumbera

Travellers like the museums in Arumbera, and Road Transport Hall of Fame is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Arumbera
Alice Springs Desert Park which includes a garden and desert views as well as a small group of people

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.

Flynn
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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 Lasseters Casino are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Gillen
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The Gap

Unique features of The Gap include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Alice Springs Transport Heritage Centre or Heritage Walk while you're exploring the area.

The Gap
Araluen Cultural Precinct featuring aircraft, modern architecture and a sunset

Araluen

Travellers like the museums in Araluen, and Alice Springs Desert Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Araluen
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Mount Johns

Mount Johns is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Heavitree Gap and Yeperenye-Emily and Jessie Gaps Nature Park.

Mount Johns

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