Big Dipper Ice Arena Tours

You'll feel as graceful as a swan while you twirl across the frozen floor at Big Dipper Ice Arena. If you're as elegant as an elephant on skates, that's OK too — beginners are also welcome!

This family-friendly rink in Fairbanks is popular with many travelers, so leave a spot for it on your travel plans. However, don't end your sightseeing there. There are plenty more attractions waiting for you to check out after Big Dipper Ice Arena. University of Alaska-Fairbanks, Fairbanks Ice Museum, and Creamer's Field are not far away.

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Rewak Studios

Rewak Studios

2 out of 5
Westgate
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Price was $1,246, price is now $878 per person
$878
per person
Feb 21 - Feb 27
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Los Angeles (QLA) to Fairbanks (FAI)
8.2/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
The dog amenities were good

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2024

Borealis Basecamp

Borealis Basecamp

3 out of 5
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Price was $1,832, price is now $1,341 per person
$1,341
per person
Jan 22 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Burbank (BUR) to Fairbanks (FAI)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
The facility was great, the staff took great care of us. The food at Latitude 65 was amazing! Only thing keeping it from being a 5 for us was not seeing the Northern Lights.... the whole purpose for our visit. Staff was very responsive. There was a problem with our hot water, and they had it fixed within an hour. The heaters for each igloo are pretty loud. We found it helpful to sleep with ear plugs. The high air movement might be necessary to keep those giant windows to the sky clear! Such a beautiful and unique stay!

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Aurora Villa

Aurora Villa

4.5 out of 5
Price was $1,569, price is now $1,299 per person
$1,299
per person
Jan 22 - Jan 25
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Burbank (BUR) to Fairbanks (FAI)
8.4/10 Very Good! (96 reviews)
We had a great stay at Aurora villa, the room was modern and clean and we saw the auroras on our first night.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

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1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $150 per adult
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1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
9.6 out of 10 with 4 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $150 per adult
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History & culture

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Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights

Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights

Activity duration is 10 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 60 reviews
Price is $240 per traveler
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Free Pickup/Drop off: Alaskan Husky Dog Sledding with Free Photo

Free Pickup/Drop off: Alaskan Husky Dog Sledding with Free Photo

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 7 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is $199 per adult
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Reviews of Big Dipper Ice Arena

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2/5 - Disappointing

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Pike's Waterfront Lodge

3 out of 5
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