Nome Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by State of Alaska/Chris McLennan
Photo provided by State of Alaska/Chris McLennan
Photo provided by State of Alaska/Chris McLennan
Nome

Stunning windswept tundra surrounds this town nestled on the coast of the Seward Peninsula and the edge of the icy Berring Sea.

Come to the town of Nome to experience the great expanses of Alaska’s stirring landscapes and the country’s rich cultural history. Immerse yourself in the excitement of a dog sled race, learn about local Inuit culture and sample local seafood while exploring the remote town and its surrounds.

Rent a vehicle and take a self-guided tour of the historic buildings and see the gold dredges that line the river outside town. Spot gold prospectors walking the beaches with metal detectors and sieves as they continue the search today. Learn about the history of the gold rush as well as local Inupiaq culture at the Carrie M. McLain Memorial Museum.

Tour the tundra and beaches of the nearby Bering Land Bridge National Preserve. Wonder at the colours that cover the tundra during the summer months of June and July as over 2,000 species of flower blossom. Behold the deep reds and yellows of fall as the plants on the rolling plains begin to change colour in September and October.

Visit in winter to cross-country ski through the treeless wilderness and discover herds of reindeer, caribou and ox. Participate in the festivities of the Iditarod Sled Dog Race in March when you can enjoy arts shows and crafts fairs. Book a helicopter ride over the frozen Bering Sea to observe herds of wild musk ox galloping across the open plains and spot fisherman dropping their lines through holes in the ice over the frozen bay.

Fly from Nome airport to stay in the villages of Savoonga or Gambell, which have a largely indigenous demographic. Visit during traditional cultural events to experience amazing celebrations, such as the whaling or walrus festivals. Consult the website for the Nome Convention and Visitor Bureau, or stop by the bureau located on historic Front street, for information on festival dates and village locations. Also research the best time to visit Nome for tasting the Norton Sound king crab or fresh salmon that the region is famous for.

Nome is located 539 miles (867 kilometres) northwest of Alaska’s capital of AnchorageOpens in a new window and can only be reached by flight, boat or dog sled. Visit during the summer months if you wish to tour the tundra as roads around Nome are closed from the end of October to May.

Noxapaga Suites
Noxapaga Suites
3.5 out of 5
406 W C St, Nome, AK
The price is £262 per night from 23 May to 24 May
£262
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Nome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Swanberg's Gold Dredge and White Alice Site ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Great location and place
"Great spot. They were great. Place was great. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025

Noxapaga Suites
2br Executive Rental Downtown
2br Executive Rental Downtown
Nome, AK
Stay at this apartment in Nome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Swanberg's Gold Dredge and White Alice Site are ...
"The property was clean, comfortable, and central to all our activities. We enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2025

2br Executive Rental Downtown
Raven's Nest Studio Suite
Raven's Nest Studio Suite
Nome, AK
The price is £226 per night from 22 May to 23 May
£226
includes taxes & fees
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this holiday home in Nome. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Swanberg's Gold Dredge and White Alice Site are located nearby.
"Raven’s Nest studio had everything we needed for a cozy, comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025

Raven's Nest Studio Suite
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.
Noxapaga Suites
Noxapaga Suites
3.5 out of 5
406 W C St, Nome, AK
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Nome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Swanberg's Gold Dredge and White Alice Site ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (31 reviews)
Great location and place
"Great spot. They were great. Place was great. Would stay again."

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2025

Noxapaga Suites
2br Executive Rental Downtown
2br Executive Rental Downtown
Nome, AK
Stay at this apartment in Nome. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Swanberg's Gold Dredge and White Alice Site are ...
"The property was clean, comfortable, and central to all our activities. We enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2025

2br Executive Rental Downtown
Raven's Nest Studio Suite
Raven's Nest Studio Suite
Nome, AK
Stay at this holiday home in Nome. Enjoy an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Swanberg's Gold Dredge and White Alice Site are located nearby.
"Raven’s Nest studio had everything we needed for a cozy, comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2025

Raven's Nest Studio Suite
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.

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