Alaska
Alaska's interior offers excellent aurora viewing in extreme cold, complemented by the famous Iditarod dog sled race, hot spring soaks, exceptional wilderness at Denali, and coastal glaciers at Juneau.
Fairbanks sits inside the auroral oval with exceptional viewing frequency
4 Destinations in Alaska
Fairbanks
Aurora chasers from North America and Asia wanting the continent's most reliable viewing with hot spring soaks
Denali
Wilderness lovers who want spectacular aurora in one of the world's great national parks
Anchorage
Alaska first-timers using Anchorage as a hub for aurora touring and Denali/glacier adventures
Juneau
Travellers combining Southeast Alaska glacier and whale watching with occasional aurora sightings
Best Activities in Alaska
Curated guides to the top spots in Alaska for each activity — ranked by aurora score and experience quality.