Title: Visit Aurora: 2026 Travel Guide for Aurora, Minnesota | Expedia.com [Hotels in Aurora](https://expedia.com/Aurora-Hotels.d3000421342.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Aurora](https://expedia.com/Aurora-Vacation-Rentals.d3000421342.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Aurora](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Aurora.d3000421342.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Aurora](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Aurora.d3000421342.Car-Rental-Guide)[Aurora Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Aurora.d3000421342.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Aurora, MN ## Travel Guide ![Northern Lights dance above the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421342/792b6a29-48f5-4407-87bb-a91082c55c1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Lights dance above the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421342/792b6a29-48f5-4407-87bb-a91082c55c1c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Lights over a Lake in Minnesota during Summer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421342/d746902f-a122-4a91-9149-0e212b6e7594.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Northern Lights dance above the North Shore of Lake Superior in Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000421342/d1c63464-76bf-4c9a-9afd-0bcaf5d3c2c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Aurora Things to do Reviews ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F25%2F2026&endDate=2%2F26%2F2026&selected=117615456&PinnedHotelID=117615456&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000421342) [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F25%2F2026&endDate=2%2F26%2F2026&selected=117615456&PinnedHotelID=117615456&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000421342) ![Aurora Lakeside Retreat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107850000/107842700/107842636/5a853b52_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aurora Lakeside Retreat Aurora MN $1,068 nightly $1,147 total Feb 24 - Feb 25 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Aurora. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chamonix Chair and Helsinki ... 10/10 Exceptional! (17 reviews) This house is very nice! We stayed for Christmas and everything was perfect. The kitchen is very big and has everything we needed. The bunk room is so cool! All of the bedrooms are beautifully decorated, and the beds are so comfortable. Every room in this house is stunning. We can’t thank you ... Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F24%2F2026&endDate=2%2F25%2F2026&selected=107842636&PinnedHotelID=107842636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000421342) ![Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78346000/78345975/01eef9ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Biwabik Bunkhouse near Giants' Ridge Aurora MN Book a stay at this ski vacation home in Aurora. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and a garden. Popular attractions Vermilion Trail Park and Biwabik City Park are located ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (63 reviews) Everything is always in great condition! The space is super clean, and user friendly! 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Additional terms may apply. ![Contemporary Lakefront Condo @ Giants Ridge Ski, Golf, Beach, Bike](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119330000/119320700/119320673/3c2c6dc4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Contemporary Lakefront Condo @ Giants Ridge Ski, Golf, Beach, Bike Aurora MN Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chamonix Chair and Helsinki Chair are located nearby. 10/10 Exceptional! (12 reviews) Great cozy condo. Well stocked and clean. Perfect location from Giants. Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Aurora-Hotels-Charming-1-Bedroom-Villa-At-Giants-Ridge-On-Wynne-Lake.h119320673.Hotel-Information) ![North Ridge Condo | Pet Friendly | Sleeps 10](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106380000/106379900/106379838/a8b223d8_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### North Ridge Condo | Pet Friendly | Sleeps 10 Biwabik MN Book a stay at this ski condo in Aurora. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sarajevo Chair and Calgary Chair are ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (10 reviews) Great spot! Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Aurora-Hotels-North-Ridge-Mountainside-Condo.h106379838.Hotel-Information) ![Custom Log Lake House on Wynne Lake with Pontoon Boat. Summer 1 week Sat to Sat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33658100/33658083/w799h599x1y1-055f7ada_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Custom Log Lake House on Wynne Lake with Pontoon Boat. Summer 1 week Sat to Sat Aurora MN Stay at this vacation home in Aurora. Enjoy a beach locale, a sauna, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chamonix Chair and Helsinki Chair are located ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (149 reviews) Great place Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Aurora-Hotels-Custom-Log-Lake-House-On-Wynne-Lake-With-Pontoon-Boat-Summer-1-Week-Sat-To-Sat.h33658083.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Aurora](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000421342&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Aurora hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[Feb 11 - Feb 12](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[Feb 12 - Feb 13](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2%2F13%2F2026&endDate=2%2F15%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026)[Feb 20 - Feb 22](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000421342&startDate=2%2F20%2F2026&endDate=2%2F22%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit #### Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort 4.5/5(15 reviews) Enjoy a round of golf in Aurora at Giants Ridge Golf and Ski Resort. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside. [](https://expedia.com/Giants-Ridge-Golf-And-Ski-Resort-Aurora.d6092463.Vacation-Attraction) #### Calgary Chair You can take time to visit Calgary Chair during your travels to Aurora. [](https://expedia.com/Calgary-Chair-Aurora.d817525496593096704.Vacation-Attraction) #### Chamonix Chair You can take time to visit Chamonix Chair during your travels to Aurora. [](https://expedia.com/Chamonix-Chair-Aurora.d817525721456025600.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sarajevo Chair You can take time to visit Sarajevo Chair during your travels to Aurora. [](https://expedia.com/Sarajevo-Chair-Aurora.d817525236323328000.Vacation-Attraction) #### Helsinki Chair You can take time to visit Helsinki Chair during your travels to Aurora. [](https://expedia.com/Helsinki-Chair-Aurora.d817525602379112448.Vacation-Attraction) #### Rocky Top Chair You can take time to visit Rocky Top Chair during your travels to Aurora. 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