Things to See in Alice Springs

There's a fine collection of native shrubs and trees here. Short walks in the reserve include the climb to the top of Meyer's Hill in the Sadadeen Range (a 35-minutes return trip), from where you can enjoy a sweeping view over the town. Known to the Arrernte people as Tharrarltneme, the hill is a registered sacred site.

A wonderful walk-through lesson in the key habitats of the central Australian environment. Explore sand country, woodlands and desert river ecologies, and meet some of the residents. This predominantly open-air park also touches on the traditional relationship of Aboriginal people with the land.

All communities and stations within a 600km (373mi) radius of town are serviced by Alice's Royal Flying Doctor Service base. Entry is by half-hour tours that run continuously all day. Tours include a 10-minute video, a squiz at an operational control room, and a wander through the museum where historical displays include some fascinating ancient medical gear.