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.
Top hotels in Aurora
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
The continental breakfast was excellent. Well prepared and plenty of options. One of the best continental breakfasts weve had.
Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
The room is very clean and the staff is very professional
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
The room was good, the reception lady gave us a fright when she mentioned our room was booked for next day as we were checking in at 2am. But then we had to explain her and hen she realized that we had booked for 2 nights 😅.
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Fairbanks
Never disappointed staying here :)
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
Clean room quiet
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Excellent hotel. Very clean, comfortable and great location. Great service from smart, helpful staff.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Aurora
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.
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 Fairbanks Ice Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
