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.
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.
Top hotels in Aurora
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
We’ve been staying at Pike’s for over 2 decades. We have the same wonderful stay each time and always look forward to being at Pike’s.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
The exterior walls and hallway carpet were a bit scruffy, but the rooms were very clean with nice comfy pillows and king bed. There is a convenient laundry room on premises, gym and business area with microwaves. Alaska in general has a shortage of workers, so no one was available to clean our room ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Did not use.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Sophie Station Suites
Good
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
Nice stay clean room .
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Fairbanks Extended Stay
I was there for 5 days and cleaning staff did not come up once to clean the trash or replace my towels. The laundry room is there but the machines are disgusting with grime and smells bad. There was only one that I found appearing used by anyone at all. A laundromat on College and University has ...
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aurora
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum 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 Big Dipper Ice Arena.
South Fairbanks
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fort Wainwright, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
