White Gums
Alice Springs
Popular places to visit

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 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.

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.

Alice Springs Reptile Centre
See some of the Northern Territory’s reptiles including saltwater crocodiles, enormous perentie goannas and desert-adapted thorny devils.

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.

Araluen Cultural Precinct
See the paintings of Albert Namatjira, view rare footage of Indigenous ceremonies and hear about the people who have shaped Central Australia in this arts center.
Things to do

West MacDonnell Ranges & Standley Chasm Day Trip from Alice Springs

2 Day Uluru Red Centre Escape from Alice Springs to Ayers Rock

3 Day Red Centre Kata Tjuta Kings Canyon Outback ex.Alice Springs

Alice Springs School of the Air Guided Tour Ticket
Top hotels in White Gums

Squeaky Windmill
Beautiful views! Glamping tents were so spacious and the kitchenette was so well appointed. Michelle was very welcoming and even built a fire for roasting marshmallows. A great alternative choice for staying near Alice Springs. Only 10 minutes from town. We stayed in July, which was pretty cold in ...
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2019

Crowne Plaza Alice Springs Lasseters by IHG
Enjoyable stay
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Alice Springs
Our room was clean as well as the rest of the premises. The front desk staff were friendly and helpful. We did not eat meals at the restaurant but did have cocktails in the bar. Liked the king studio with the kitchenette.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Stay at Alice Springs Hotel
Very neat and clean,,
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Mercure Alice Springs Resort
Great service. Your hot water runs out in the shower quite quickly so needs to be addressed.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Elkira Court Motel
good
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around White Gums

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

Ilparpa
If you're spending some time in Ilparpa, Alice Springs Desert Park and Ilparpa Swamp Wildlife Protected Area are top sights worth seeing.

Larapinta
While Larapinta isn't home to many top sights, Alice Springs Desert Park and Australian Aboriginal Dreamtime Gallery are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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

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 Museum of Central Australia are some interesting sights nearby to check out.