Aurora Travel Guide
Fairbanks
Things to do

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

Fairbanks: City Highlights Tour with Museum Entry

Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
Top hotels in Aurora

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
"I really enjoyed my stay. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Fairbanks Extended Stay
"Note that the check in location might not be where your room is. In my case, mine was a couple blocks away and walkable, so it was no big deal. The room was clean, but the bathroom was not the best - the way the shower was got water everywhere and I felt like I should’ve brought shower shoes. The ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Rivers Edge Resort

Comfort Inn Fairbanks
"We loved how clean & updated(new) the hotel was. Breakfast was delicious and out early which benefited us on a day when we had an early excursion. The location was convenient to everything! The staff were very friendly and helpful! The bed was very comfortable too! Would highly recommend and definitely ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Aurora

College
If you're spending some time in College, University of Alaska Museum of the North and Creamer's Field 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.

Hamilton Acres
While Hamilton Acres isn't home to many top sights, Fort Wainwright and Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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 Fairbanks Ice Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
















