History & Remote Beauty in Alaska

Perched on the Seward Peninsula along the Bering Sea, Nome is one of Alaska’s off-the-beaten-path gems. It may only be accessible by air or sea from other major cities, but once there you can discover rich Inupiaq culture, explore gold-rush towns and tour amazing landscapes by sled.

Dramatic landscapes

Traverse unique terrain and spot diverse wildlife north of the Arctic Circle.

Cultural experiences

Museums and heritage sites explore the living traditions of the region’s Alaska Native cultures.

Rich history

Traces of the 1898 Alaska gold rush still linger, from abandoned machinery to artistic monuments.

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Breathtaking Views

  • Take in a spectacular sunset from this lagoon on the Seward Peninsula.

  • Cruise tundra-blanketed landscapes to reach the town of Teller, pausing at scenic outposts along the way.

  • Soak in naturally warm spring waters and admire Kigluaik Mountain views.

Culture & Curiosities

  • Abandoned locomotives commemorate the ghost town of Solomon, once a gold-rush hotspot.

  • Find community events and historic monuments on this lively green space in the heart of town.

  • Get up close to a historic piece of machinery — and spot birds on the lake below.

Experiences

A musher and sled dog team compete in the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race near Nome, Alaska; Credit: Michael DeYoung, Travel Alaska

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

Take part in the two-week-long celebration that marks the finish of Alaska’s most renowned sporting event.

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Preserving fish with a traditional Iñupiat technique near Nome, Alaska; Credit: Michael DeYoung, Travel Alaska

Iñupiat Cultural Sites

Museums and Alaska Native heritage sites share the rich culture and history of this region’s Indigenous peoples.

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Oxen graze outside Nome, Alaska; Credit: Michael DeYoung, Travel Alaska

Wildlife Watching

Spot wild oxen and migratory birds amid Nome’s striking landscapes.

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Nome, Alaska; Credit: Chris McLennan

Year-Round Adventure

Find winter wonders and summer fun alike in Nome’s vast landscapes.

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Nome, Alaska; Credit: Michael DeYoung, Travel Alaska

Nome Convention and Visitors Bureau

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