Alice Springs Travel Information

Alice Springs is often referred to as the heart of Australia, and not just because of its central geographical location right in the middle of Australia, well almost anyway. In fact it is half way between two capital cities, Darwin and Adelaide, and 200 kilometers from the very center of Australia, often referred to as Australia's Red Centre. Alice Springs is also the starting point or destination for many South Australia tours.

Alice Springs is a great destination to experience genuine outback hospitality, without the spoils of big city living. Visitors to Alice Springs will instantly notice the warm and inviting Australian country hospitality. Those already familiar with Alice Springs will just know it as simply as 'Alice' or 'The Alice'. Alice Springs is the gateway to the magnificent Northern Territory of Australia, and of course those wanting to visit one of Australia's most famous and recognizable landmarks, Ayers Rock / Uluru.

With no shortage of cheap and affordable backpacker accommodation available, backpackers can even book affordable tours to Ayers Rock and Uluru from Alice Springs. Just take a look at our selection of South Australia accommodation. Many people have come to Alice Springs previously and not wanted to leave. With a large Aboriginal population, there are many Aboriginal cultural centers displaying authentic Aboriginal art. It is also possible to talk with Aboriginal elders about the history of the dream time way before white settlers ever inhabited Australia.