Ross Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Alice Springs which includes a lake or waterhole as well as an individual male

Larapinta Trail Trailhead

4.5/5(42 reviews)

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
School of the Air which includes heritage elements

Alice Springs School of the Air

4.5/5(42 reviews)

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 Desert Park showing desert views and signage

Alice Springs Desert Park

4.5/5(61 reviews)

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

Alice Springs Golf Club

4.5/5(14 reviews)

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
Alice Springs showing military items, a sunset and views

Anzac Hill

4.5/5(116 reviews)

Arrive at this lookout point at sunset to see Alice Springs as you’ve never seen it before, spread out far below against the pinks and reds of the evening sky.

Anzac Hill
Alice Springs Telegraph Station

Alice Springs Telegraph Station

4.5/5(67 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Alice Springs Telegraph Station during your travels in Alice Springs. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Alice Springs Telegraph Station

Activities

Ballooning at First Light

Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs

AU$370
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Early Morning Ballooning in Alice Springs
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock

Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock

AU$945
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Uluru, Kata Tjuta and Kings Canyon Camping Safari from Ayers Rock
Alice Springs to Uluru

Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Coach Transfer

AU$254
per adult
Alice Springs to Uluru (Ayers Rock) Coach Transfer
West MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour -Small Group

West MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour -Small Group

AU$250
per adult
West MacDonnell Ranges Full Day Tour -Small Group
Wildflower season

Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket

AU$40
per adult
Alice Springs Desert Park General Entry Ticket
4 Day Red Centre Kings Canyon West MacDonnell from Alice Springs

4 Day Red Centre Kings Canyon West MacDonnell from Alice Springs

AU$1,380
per adult
4 Day Red Centre Kings Canyon West MacDonnell from Alice Springs
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Our pick of the best Ross Hotel Deals

Discovery Parks - Alice Springs
Discovery Parks - Alice Springs
4.5 out of 5
Palm Place, Ross, NT
The price is AU$136 per night from 22 May to 23 May
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury holiday park in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Heavitree Gap and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (97 reviews)
"Stayed in delux cabin, very clean. Office staff were friendly and helpful. Best place to stay in Alice springs."

Reviewed on 6 Feb. 2025

Discovery Parks - Alice Springs
Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge
Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge
3 out of 5
1 Palm Circuit, Ross, NT
Stay at this 3-star campground in Alice Springs. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Heavitree Gap and Alice ...
7.8/10 Good! (44 reviews)
AN EXCELLENT MOTEL,CARAVAN AND CAMPING COMPLEX
"THE " Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge " was just such a refreshing place to stay at minimal cost. The staff at reception "LESLIE AND PAGE were so helpful and refreshingly honest in their attitude towards customers and their respective jobs. The cleaning and room preparation was excellent and the cleaning ..."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 2014

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Heavitree Gap Outback Lodge
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$95 per night from 9 May to 10 May
AU$95
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Situated in a very convenient place, restaurant/pub attached with good food and very friendly helpful staff. just a little noisy as in the middle of town."

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 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$136 per night from 3 May to 4 May
AU$136
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
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! (999 reviews)
"Always a great stay"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 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$72 per night from 10 May to 11 May
AU$72
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
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! (237 reviews)
"I love this property. 1. Close and access to the mall. 2 comfortable beds 3. Soft linen. Helpful staff Good cleaning service"

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
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$164 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$164
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (993 reviews)
"Friendly staff Rooms clean and very comfortable"

Reviewed on 12 Apr. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
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Other neighbourhoods around Ross

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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
Alice Springs showing camping and night scenes as well as a couple

Connellan

Visitors to Connellan enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Chambers Pillar is worth a stop.

Connellan
Alice Springs featuring golf and tranquil scenes as well as a small group of people

Desert Springs

Travellers come to Desert Springs for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Alice Springs Golf Club and Lasseters Casino while you're in town.

Desert Springs
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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 Royal Flying Doctor Service while you're exploring the area.

The Gap
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Amoonguna

Amoonguna might not have many top sights, but Frontier Camel Farm and Road Transport Hall of Fame are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Amoonguna
Alice Springs Desert Park featuring a park 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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