Town in Northern Territory, Australia
Can you drink tap water in Alice Springs?
YesYes, drinkable
Can you drink the tap water in Alice Springs?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water is safe but from bores and quite hard. Carry plenty of water for outback trips.
Key facts
- In Alice Springs: Tap water is safe but from bores and quite hard. Carry plenty of water for outback trips.
- Across Australia: Tap water is safe in cities and towns. Carry far more water than you think in the outback, and treat creek water on hikes.
Tap water across Australia
| Place | Tap water |
|---|---|
| Sydney | Yes, drinkable |
| Melbourne | Yes, drinkable |
| Brisbane | Yes, drinkable |
| Gold Coast | Yes, drinkable |
| Perth | Yes, drinkable |
| Cairns | Yes, drinkable |
| Byron Bay | Yes, drinkable |
| Adelaide | Yes, drinkable |
| Hobart | Yes, drinkable |
| Bondi Beach | Yes, drinkable |
| Whitsundays | Yes, drinkable |
| Uluru | Yes, drinkable |
| Noosa | Yes, drinkable |
| Darwin | Yes, drinkable |
| Blue Mountains | Yes, drinkable |
| Sunshine Coast | Yes, drinkable |
| Great Ocean Road | Yes, drinkable |
| K'gari | Yes, drinkable |
| Port Douglas | Yes, drinkable |
| Fremantle | Yes, drinkable |
| Canberra | Yes, drinkable |
| Margaret River | Yes, drinkable |
| Broome | Yes, drinkable |
| Newcastle | Yes, drinkable |
| Alice Springs | Yes, drinkable |
| Launceston | Yes, drinkable |
| Manly | Yes, drinkable |
| Magnetic Island | Yes, drinkable |
Quick answers
Is tap water safe to drink in Alice Springs?
Tap water is safe to drink. Tap water is safe but from bores and quite hard. Carry plenty of water for outback trips.
Can you drink tap water in Australia?
Tap water is safe in cities and towns. Carry far more water than you think in the outback, and treat creek water on hikes.
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Sources
- World Bank: safely managed drinking water (WHO/UNICEF)
- CDC: food and water safety for travelers
- Northern Territory Government
- Alice Springs Airport
- Tourism NT: Alice Springs
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