Give Me Five: Things to do in Alice Springs

By Pete and Tan from Artzone Travels

Hi, we’re Pete and Tan from Artzone Travels Off-Grid Ventures. As Lanavan ambassadors, we’re excited to share a fortnightly series called ‘Give Me Five.’ As the name suggests, we’ll provide five tips we’ve learned over decades of traveling across Australia’s remote and off-grid locations in our caravans. We’re not just adventurers—we’re passionate storytellers eager to share our experiences, creativity, and the wisdom we’ve gained along the way.

This week, we’ll discuss Five tips for Off-grid Caravan Power while traveling in a caravan across Australia.

Welcome to the Red Centre!

Alice Springs is more than just a place to fuel up or grab supplies — it’s got a rugged charm, deep culture, and some of the most unique experiences in Australia. Whether you’re just passing through or spending a few days, here are five things you absolutely shouldn’t miss.

1. Walk Through the Old Telegraph Station

The Alice Springs Telegraph Station is where the town began, built in 1872 as part of the overland telegraph line linking Australia to the rest of the world. Set among the river gums, the beautifully persevered stone buildings take you back to the days of Morse Code.

Old Telegraph Station

2. Hit the West MacDonnell Ranges

The West Macs are jaw-dropping — think ancient gorges, red cliffs and waterholes perfect for a dip. Great for a day trip or extend the adventure if you’re set up to camp. The colours at sunrise and sunset? Unforgettable.

Some top spots to explore:

Simpsons Gap
Standley Chasm
Ormiston Gorge

West Mac Ranges

3. Visit the Royal Flying Doctor Service Museum

Ever wondered how people in the most remote parts of the country get emergency medical care? This museum tells that story.

Interactive exhibits, restored aircraft and a short film bring the history and ongoing role of the Flying Doctor to life.

It’s an easy stop in town — and a surprisingly moving one.

Royal Flying Doctors

4. Sunset from Anzac Hill Looking for the best view over Alice? Head up to Anzac Hill late in the day.

You’ll get sweeping views over the town and the MacDonnell Ranges. It’s also home to the war memorial, and a great place to pause and reflect.

Best time to go? Just before sunset — you’ll see the outback glow in all its glory.

5. Dive Into Aboriginal Art and Culture

Alice is a major hub for Aboriginal art, and it’s everywhere — in galleries, on walls, and woven through local stories.

Check out:

Araluen Cultural Precinct
Mbantua Gallery
Tjanpi Desert Weaver

Spend some time here and you’ll walk away with a deeper appreciation of the culture and connection to country that runs through Central Australia.

A word from Pete & Tan

There are several caravan parks in town — including Heritage Caravan Park, BIG4 MacDonnell Range Holiday Park.

We stayed at a private property listed on Landavan, a community that lets you travel more.

It gave us space, security, and a genuine atmosphere. Our hosts Charmaine and Rory were fantastic and couldn’t do enough for us.

They told us what to see and they even took us up to their secret spot to watch a truly awesome out back sunset.

It’s well worth checking out Landavan website for unique stays like this one all over Australia. https://landavan.com.au

Landavan Alice Springs

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A huge thanks to Pete and Tan for sharing these awesome tips—your experience and knowledge are so valuable to the community! 🙏

Let’s hit the road and make every journey unforgettable. ✨

Eulanda x

About this blog

Eulanda and her family have been on the road for two years, travelling Australia with her husband Trent and two boys, they love to explore and share their experiences, in the hope it will inspire others.

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