Aurora Travel Guide
Fairbanks
Popular places to visit
Chena Hot Springs
This famous eco-friendly resort community in Alaska is known for its peaceful outdoor hot springs, spectacular ice museum and outdoor activities.
University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Explore the campus of University of Alaska-Fairbanks during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Fairbanks Ice Museum
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Pioneer Park
Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Half-Day Fairbanks Heritage Tour
Fairbanks: City Highlights Tour with Museum Entry
Fairbanks City Highlights: Guided Golden Heart Tour
Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
Top hotels in Aurora
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Staying at Pike’s is always a treat. Staff are so friendly and helpful. Shuttle from airport is prompt and provides excellent service—bags loaded, unloaded, etc. The breakfast is the best—a complete meal and so good. We always stay here when overnighting in Fairbanks. Thanks!!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
I’ve enjoyed staying here while dropping my kids off at college so I stay twice a year. The rooms are great. Has an on-site restaurant which is really good. It’s in downtown Fairbanks and close to everything. We just got back yesterday from staying there again only this time I decided to write a ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
Clean room and friendly staff with great breakfast!
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Good
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
I last stated here when it first opened and it of course was pristine. My room was clean but had a lot of areas on furniture that needed touch up paint from wear and tear that made it look not well taken care of. The very large, framed picture in my room was coming apart, the heat was at 80 and only ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn Fairbanks
Ok. I have what may sound like complaints, but I’m only sharing them so you know what to expect. Upon arrival, there was a fairly intoxicated man dancing and smoking cigarettes directly in front of the door. He was very jovial and, whatever, all good. I only mention this because he was still outside ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aurora
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary and Creamer's Field.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
College
If you're spending some time in College, Creamer's Field and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Fairbanks
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fairbanks, Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Westgate
Though Westgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.
South Fairbanks
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Big Dipper Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
