Aurora
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
Take a campus tour or just explore the area 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 studying the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the 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.
Things to do
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
Free Pickup/Drop off: Dog Sledding with Free Photo in Fairbanks
Top hotels in Aurora
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Coffee lukewarm, eggs cold, younger staff nice, older staff unpleasant and seems as though you’re bothering them if you have questions and that includes the owner Jay and Liz! There is no business center to print your boarding pass.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
The room is very nice and spacious, but the TV was not watchable (very bad streaming, on every channel) and at noon time there was no hot water to shower, you would have to wait until later in the afternoon. As to the property, the convenience store/coffee shop was closed for renovation the entire ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Nice to have a shuttle from both the train station and/or the airport. Good breakfast, average gym.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
Sophie Station Suites
Adequate amenities and clean property, ideal for budget stays
Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Nice to see the river outside the front door.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Fairbanks Extended Stay
Room was nice and clean. Staff was friendly when I checked in. The property looked pretty shabby, and honestly there was dog poop everywhere. I get it, its frozen, but still. Also, I thought there was free breakfast, according to when I booked it, and I never heard about it, smelled it and could ...
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aurora
Lemeta
If you're spending some time in Lemeta, Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
College
While visiting College, you might make a stop by sights like University of Alaska Museum of the North and Creamer's Field.
Downtown Fairbanks
While visiting Downtown Fairbanks, you might make a stop by sights like Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River.
Westgate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westgate and surrounding area, you can visit Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.
South Fairbanks
While there might not be top attractions in South Fairbanks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fort Wainwright and Big Dipper Ice Arena.
