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1. Markets at Todd Mall ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Larapinta Trail ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
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3. The School of the Air

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4. Alice Springs Telegraph Station Historical Reserve

Category: Weekend Activities & Fun Outdoors
© Telegraph Station

5. Aboriginal Australia Art & Culture Centre

Category: Affordable Local Attractions
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6. Kangaroo Sanctuary

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7. Barra On Todd

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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8. Casa Nostra Pizza & Spaghetti House

Category: Nearby Food & Drink
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

The township of Alice Springs resides in the Northern Territory of Central Australia. Locals often refer to Alice Springs, as ‘The Alice’, or just ‘Alice’. In much earlier times, this region was the heart of Aboriginal life, where the land provided shelter, food, and water. Today, locals and visitors appreciate the outback town for it’s cultural diversity, history, and scenic landscapes. There is much to see and do in Alice Springs. Visitors can trek the Larapinta Trail, go on an all-day camel ride, discover indigenous art and music, and shop at the Todd Mall Markets.

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