Title: Visit Central: Best of Central Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Central](https://expedia.com/Central-Hotels.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Central](https://expedia.com/Central-Vacation-Rentals.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Central](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Central.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Central](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Central.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in Central](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Central.d553248635975749316.Car-Rental-Guide)[Central Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Central.d553248635975749316.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Central ## Travel Guide ![l Bundoora dam central Queensland, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975749316/de10107c-7c59-409c-aa6c-321845634f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374222850/33a80fb3-3e2d-4cfe-8fd5-f29e11576bb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/e3a5ff72-59b4-4cd1-9961-911b2e574094.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/5507a1e6-95c8-442a-b1c8-1792509ac790.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374222850/bfa62e9f-500f-493f-8c33-9604164918ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Central Things to do - Central Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Central ![Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/800000/799000/798916/w2880h1599x0y168-aea33c59_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Discovery Resorts - Kings Canyon Luritja Road Petermann NT $127 nightly $139 total Apr 28 - Apr 29 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Petermann. Enjoy free parking, WiFi (surcharge), and a snack bar/deli. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews) Parking was a bit tricky, and the directions at check-in weren’t the best, but it was still easy enough to find. The room itself was clean, though the bathrooms are shared and located outside. Expect some bugs like grasshoppers on the walls and beetles in the sink—it’s pretty remote. Overall, for ... Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F28%2F2026&endDate=4%2F29%2F2026&selected=798916&PinnedHotelID=798916&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749316) ![The Lost Camel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4810000/4806000/4805954/d1d361e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Lost Camel Yulara Drive Yulara NT $201 nightly $221 total Apr 18 - Apr 19 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Yulara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (468 reviews) A good clean base for exploring Uluru and the surrounding area. Very central for all the tours. Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F18%2F2026&endDate=4%2F19%2F2026&selected=4805954&PinnedHotelID=4805954&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749316) ![Sails In The Desert](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/68000000/67190000/67183200/67183169/c8920f54_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sails In The Desert 163 Yulara Drive Yulara NT $270 nightly $296 total Apr 19 - Apr 20 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Yulara. Enjoy a full-service spa, a free airport shuttle, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (253 reviews) None Reviewed on Mar 30, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F19%2F2026&endDate=4%2F20%2F2026&selected=67183169&PinnedHotelID=67183169&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975749316) [See all 14 properties in Central](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026®ionId=553248635975749316) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Penthouse Haven: Lux Balcony Dining ~ Sea View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71540000/71533500/71533463/957d73f4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Penthouse Haven: Lux Balcony Dining \~ Sea View Darwin City NT Stay at this condo in Ghan. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. 10/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews) This accomodation is perfect for the whole family. It has everything you need, and all entertainment and restaurants are all so close by you don’t have to worry about additional transport. The apartment is modern, spacious and clean. We look forward to coming back again some time! Thanks to Ben and ... Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Ghan-Hotels-Penthouse-Haven-Lux-Balcony-Dining-Sea-View.h71533463.Hotel-Information) ![Luxury Escape for Perfect Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115500000/115494400/115494320/w1442h896x0y4-5bbb5efb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Luxury Escape for Perfect Retreat Melbourne Victoria Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Ghan. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. [](https://expedia.com/Ghan-Hotels-Luxury-Escape-For-Perfect-Retreat.h115494320.Hotel-Information) ![2BDR Holiday Flat near Bright-Entire Place](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107430000/107421500/107421421/b57a432c_edited_81d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### 2BDR Holiday Flat near Bright-Entire Place Freeburgh VIC Stay at this apartment in Ghan. Enjoy laundry facilities, in-room fireplaces, and air conditioning. [](https://expedia.com/Ghan-Hotels-2BDR-Holiday-Flat-Near-Bright-Entire-Place.h107421421.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Central](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=553248635975749316&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Central hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06)[Apr 5 - Apr 6](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07)[Apr 6 - Apr 7](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=2026-04-06&endDate=2026-04-07) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026)[Apr 10 - Apr 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635975749316&startDate=4%2F10%2F2026&endDate=4%2F12%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Uluru](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/3bdf9242-b60e-4e73-923c-0ea896771a33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uluru 4.5/5(5 reviews) With its vast scale and incredible colours, it is easy to see why this famous rock, known as the Red Heart of Australia, holds a sacred place in indigenous culture. [](https://expedia.com/Uluru-Petermann.d6054666.Vacation-Attraction) ![Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054668/47b38be8-d6e5-4961-966a-73fedd8e2374.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park 4.5/5(5 reviews) Discover Aboriginal rock art and the living culture of the Anangu people, take a joy flight over Uluru and hike through the incredible landscapes of the Red Centre. [](https://expedia.com/Uluru-Kata-Tjuta-National-Park-Petermann.d6054668.Vacation-Attraction) ![Watarrka National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374222850/c9af7aaa-fbd7-42da-ac1e-fa993ccb7f2a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Watarrka National Park 4.5/5(2 reviews) Explore the great outdoors at Watarrka National Park, a lovely green space in Petermann. Visit the area's spas, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Watarrka-National-Park-Petermann.d6052543.Vacation-Attraction) ![0_BXP60271h](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965677/ba0a95aa-1c5d-4efd-ac88-843ffaee814e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kata Tjuta 5/5(4 reviews) You can find out about the history of Petermann with a trip to Kata Tjuta. Discover the desert landscapes in this family-friendly area, or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.com/Kata-Tjuta-Petermann.d553248621526965677.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Olga](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532611273/2b14436c-65d7-45e4-bb88-2d4e764ed72c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Olga Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Olga during your travels in Petermann. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Olga-Petermann.d553248621532611273.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mount Conner](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635796046957/19310d07-ee43-46bb-9c04-c12851b7d19e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mount Conner Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mount Conner during your travels in Petermann. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.com/Mount-Conner-Petermann.d553248635796046957.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/470652/ee3580b5-55d9-443a-bbbe-1a2ee9634cf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour $35 per adult **92%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/darwin-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour.a470652.activity-details) ![WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4851799/21417885-f75b-4aca-b5c5-0dae0e481f6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service $21 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wwii-bombing-of-darwin-royal-flying-doctor-service.a4851799.activity-details) ![Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4106065/1c8dcb76-75f3-4f48-8f5e-e7e8321a096d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour $166 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/kakadu-wildlife-rock-art-with-optional-crocodile-cruise-small-group-tour.a4106065.activity-details) ![75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4043778/1923d0bd-f8c2-4be4-a9f0-452f7e31a652.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin $141 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/75-minute-die-another-day-jet-skiing-in-darwin.a4043778.activity-details) ![Litchfield Waterfalls Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4106066/8d402bcd-9ac5-4f1b-8578-098b19771c4a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise $116 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/litchfield-waterfalls-small-group-tour-with-optional-crocodile-cruise.a4106066.activity-details) ![Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1296303/2cfdc143-5f97-45d8-abf4-7104bc85735b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise $60 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/darwin-combo-the-bombing-of-darwin-experience-darwin-harbour-cruise.a1296303.activity-details) [See all activities in Central](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Central.d553248635975749316.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Central ![Bedourie](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/539/dd8609a0-cc3b-4345-a983-de432ca1af07.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Bedourie ![Birdsville](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/734/95785a56-4ed6-4571-8a25-6b8d845b08fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Birdsville ![Yulara](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6054666/7d5e69dd-faeb-43f2-ae50-cde289fec6d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Yulara ![Kings canyon - 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