This is an updated version of a post originally published in 2020.
An Iditarod legend once explained to me that to be a full-fledged Iditarod fan, one must do three things:
1. Attend the Ceremonial Start in Anchorage2. Attend the Re-Start in Willow (previously Wasilla, sometimes Fairbanks)
3. Be there for the Finish in Nome
Now, to be fair, for most fans this trifecta is a bucket list dream that may never come true. But, if you are able to swing it, here is some information, tips, and what have you to help make your bucket list trip a reality.
I am in no way a travel planner or expert, most of my opinions come from my experiences or tips I've gotten from others on the subject. I do not get a kick back or perks.
Getting Started - When to Book
Before you even look into travel and lodging, decide which year you're going. Nome is a small community with not a lot of options for places to stay so you want to book lodging well in advance (like when Iditarod of this year ends book for next year, and even then you may be too late). In the last ten years there have been major fires in two former hotel options - one is completely non-existant and the other has not yet reopened after major renovation and restoration efforts. Nome is not on any of the highway systems in Alaska so your options are extremely limited, but with a little planning you will find yourself having an amazing time. There's no place like Nome (Dorothy Gale was *close* all those years ago on her return from Oz).
But how do you decide when you want to go? That's easy. First, decide what finishes you want to see. Do you have eight to nine days to spend in Nome? Then you can see it all and then some. If you have a specific musher in mind that's a little harder to judge, but with some Iditamath you can at least ballpark it. The Iditarod race starts in earnest on the first SUNDAY of March - every year. (Ceremonial Start is always Saturday, but the real race starts in Willow on Sunday at 2pm). It typically takes the first musher 8.5 days (give or take a few hours) to get to Nome. [Now, if they start in Fairbanks the start will be on Monday morning following the Saturday Ceremonial Start in Anchorage, but the finish time/day should be about the same.]
If you want to see the Champion come to town (and I would suggest you DO because it's an incredible experience) you should book for Sunday through Thursday (at the least stay to Thursday evening). They typically expect a team to cross under the burled arch on Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday Morning. Most of the Iditarod big wigs and sponsors fly in Saturday evening/Sunday morning and leave out Thursday afternoon. They do book their hotels for longer stays but typically check out earlier than what they've booked and so rooms do become available for later in the week.
If seeing the Champ really isn't your speed, but you have a specific musher in mind, the bulk of the teams come in Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the final teams coming in usually by Saturday evening. The Musher's banquet is that Sunday afternoon and typically all teams are in by then though there are the occassions where the Red Lantern comes across the finish line while folks are at the banquet. It is always difficult to judge until closer to race time as weather and trail conditions play a huge factor on how quickly the race is run.
If you can swing it - Go Sunday to Sunday. (That'd be the Sunday AFTER the Sunday start, and get the latest flight out so that you can attend the banquet). You would have Sunday to get your berrings, and all of Monday to check out all of the extras in Nome. Once teams come in you'll find yourself having a harder time pulling yourself away from Front Street and the HQ. But we'll discuss that all a little later in this blog.
Getting There
There aren't many options to get from Anchorage to Nome unless you're willing to take a dogsled. In fact, only ONE commercial airline services Nome. You can find Charter Services like Bering Air, but your cheapest option is going to be flying commercial. Be aware that all flights are totally dependent on the weather in Nome more so than Anchorage. I've been on flights where they didn't stop in Kotzebue as scheduled due to dense fog, and during the 2019 Iditarod several flights were cancelled because of the snowstorm that blew in and it took folks several days to make it to Nome as all flights were fully booked. Give yourself a buffer!
Getting Started - When to Book
Before you even look into travel and lodging, decide which year you're going. Nome is a small community with not a lot of options for places to stay so you want to book lodging well in advance (like when Iditarod of this year ends book for next year, and even then you may be too late). In the last ten years there have been major fires in two former hotel options - one is completely non-existant and the other has not yet reopened after major renovation and restoration efforts. Nome is not on any of the highway systems in Alaska so your options are extremely limited, but with a little planning you will find yourself having an amazing time. There's no place like Nome (Dorothy Gale was *close* all those years ago on her return from Oz).
But how do you decide when you want to go? That's easy. First, decide what finishes you want to see. Do you have eight to nine days to spend in Nome? Then you can see it all and then some. If you have a specific musher in mind that's a little harder to judge, but with some Iditamath you can at least ballpark it. The Iditarod race starts in earnest on the first SUNDAY of March - every year. (Ceremonial Start is always Saturday, but the real race starts in Willow on Sunday at 2pm). It typically takes the first musher 8.5 days (give or take a few hours) to get to Nome. [Now, if they start in Fairbanks the start will be on Monday morning following the Saturday Ceremonial Start in Anchorage, but the finish time/day should be about the same.]
If you want to see the Champion come to town (and I would suggest you DO because it's an incredible experience) you should book for Sunday through Thursday (at the least stay to Thursday evening). They typically expect a team to cross under the burled arch on Tuesday afternoon to Wednesday Morning. Most of the Iditarod big wigs and sponsors fly in Saturday evening/Sunday morning and leave out Thursday afternoon. They do book their hotels for longer stays but typically check out earlier than what they've booked and so rooms do become available for later in the week.
If seeing the Champ really isn't your speed, but you have a specific musher in mind, the bulk of the teams come in Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with the final teams coming in usually by Saturday evening. The Musher's banquet is that Sunday afternoon and typically all teams are in by then though there are the occassions where the Red Lantern comes across the finish line while folks are at the banquet. It is always difficult to judge until closer to race time as weather and trail conditions play a huge factor on how quickly the race is run.
If you can swing it - Go Sunday to Sunday. (That'd be the Sunday AFTER the Sunday start, and get the latest flight out so that you can attend the banquet). You would have Sunday to get your berrings, and all of Monday to check out all of the extras in Nome. Once teams come in you'll find yourself having a harder time pulling yourself away from Front Street and the HQ. But we'll discuss that all a little later in this blog.
Getting There
There aren't many options to get from Anchorage to Nome unless you're willing to take a dogsled. In fact, only ONE commercial airline services Nome. You can find Charter Services like Bering Air, but your cheapest option is going to be flying commercial. Be aware that all flights are totally dependent on the weather in Nome more so than Anchorage. I've been on flights where they didn't stop in Kotzebue as scheduled due to dense fog, and during the 2019 Iditarod several flights were cancelled because of the snowstorm that blew in and it took folks several days to make it to Nome as all flights were fully booked. Give yourself a buffer!
With that in mind, let's discuss the options.
Alaska Airlines - This is probably your best bet for getting a good rate and a good flight to Nome. AKAir is top of its class when it comes to timeliness and affordablility. If you play your cards right you can swing a round trip fare for around 450.00 (ANC-OME-ANC). They typically run three flights daily during Iditarod season, though a quick peek on the app shows only two options for 2027 at this point. Direct flight is an hour and a half travel time (roughly). All flights are on your standard commuter plane, most often in the 737 series.
You can book directly with Alaska Air on their website. If you are an Alaska resident you get three checked bags free on your flight to Nome plus two carry ons. Make sure you're a Club 49 member to get this perk, it's free to all Alaska residents.
Charters like Bering Sea Air could be a possibility, but most likely at a much higher cost. They will also be much smaller airplanes and so you won't be able to fly with as much luggage - and heavier set people may not be able to board the flight.
While there's not a lot of option for air travel, you don't have to book flights right away. You can often still get a flight for the day you want just a month before. Don't wait until the last minute, because airfare is rarely refundable or changeable without fees, but it's best to make sure you have everything else confirmed before booking your flights to and from Nome.
Please note - the Nome Airport is insanely small. As you come in from the runway (yeah you have to walk down stairs to get out of the airplane and walk across a snowy, windy runway) you will walk straight into the line of folks waiting to board their flight. On the other side of the line is where baggage claim is. There's no carousel. The airport is an experience in and of itself. And for some insane reason I LOVE it (after the fact). Keep this in mind when you get ready to fly home. You definitely do not want to get there at the last minute, they'll keep your luggage until the next day while you fly back to Anchorage. (Yes, I speak from experience.)
Alaska Airlines - This is probably your best bet for getting a good rate and a good flight to Nome. AKAir is top of its class when it comes to timeliness and affordablility. If you play your cards right you can swing a round trip fare for around 450.00 (ANC-OME-ANC). They typically run three flights daily during Iditarod season, though a quick peek on the app shows only two options for 2027 at this point. Direct flight is an hour and a half travel time (roughly). All flights are on your standard commuter plane, most often in the 737 series.
You can book directly with Alaska Air on their website. If you are an Alaska resident you get three checked bags free on your flight to Nome plus two carry ons. Make sure you're a Club 49 member to get this perk, it's free to all Alaska residents.
Charters like Bering Sea Air could be a possibility, but most likely at a much higher cost. They will also be much smaller airplanes and so you won't be able to fly with as much luggage - and heavier set people may not be able to board the flight.
While there's not a lot of option for air travel, you don't have to book flights right away. You can often still get a flight for the day you want just a month before. Don't wait until the last minute, because airfare is rarely refundable or changeable without fees, but it's best to make sure you have everything else confirmed before booking your flights to and from Nome.
Please note - the Nome Airport is insanely small. As you come in from the runway (yeah you have to walk down stairs to get out of the airplane and walk across a snowy, windy runway) you will walk straight into the line of folks waiting to board their flight. On the other side of the line is where baggage claim is. There's no carousel. The airport is an experience in and of itself. And for some insane reason I LOVE it (after the fact). Keep this in mind when you get ready to fly home. You definitely do not want to get there at the last minute, they'll keep your luggage until the next day while you fly back to Anchorage. (Yes, I speak from experience.)
Once you land in Nome, you'll need to find a way from the Airport (which is quite aways away from the rest of town, though you CAN make the walk if needbe). There's no Uber or Lyft, and in 2026 there was no cab company running (which I hear was super fun for those visiting for the race). There is now a new Cab Company called Boots & Cab Co. their phone number is 907-304-1515 and according to the Nome Nugget newspaper article they take both cash and credit card (but I would bring cash just in case).
Housing Options
GET THIS DONE FIRST! Once you know when and how long you want to go to Nome, BOOK YOUR LODGING. Do not worry about airfare until you have figured out where you're going to stay. You will most likely have an easier time booking tickets to fly than you will be able to book a room to stay. It used to be that there were four hotels to choose from all near the finish line. Since 2022, however, the options were cut in half. It's harder now than ever before to snag a room.
Housing Options
GET THIS DONE FIRST! Once you know when and how long you want to go to Nome, BOOK YOUR LODGING. Do not worry about airfare until you have figured out where you're going to stay. You will most likely have an easier time booking tickets to fly than you will be able to book a room to stay. It used to be that there were four hotels to choose from all near the finish line. Since 2022, however, the options were cut in half. It's harder now than ever before to snag a room.
Note that Nome is not big on amenities, it's about practicality. You'll be paying high prices, but you'll be getting moderate to economy type lodging. Remember you are going for the experience, not pampering. Going in with that mindset helps. This is not to say that you're going to be staying in a hole or anything, just note that you won't get quite the same amount of amenities we're used to in the big city or Lower 48.
As stated previously, there are two hotel options to stay in March. They are both within quick walking distance of the burled arch and Front Street. While I have only stayed at one of the hotels (the hotel I stayed at my first time in Nome has since burned down), I've talked to enough folks both from Nome and who have booked rooms in the past to get a good idea of what each has to offer.
As stated previously, there are two hotel options to stay in March. They are both within quick walking distance of the burled arch and Front Street. While I have only stayed at one of the hotels (the hotel I stayed at my first time in Nome has since burned down), I've talked to enough folks both from Nome and who have booked rooms in the past to get a good idea of what each has to offer.
*Pro-tip: If you can't find rooms for the whole week, see if you can get rooms for later in the week. This doesn't work if you want to see the CHAMPION come in, but if you really have your heart set on going to Nome for any part of the Iditarod finish this is an easy back-up plan.**
Aurora Inn & Suites - It is warm, staff is friendly, the rooms are clean and spacious. Bathrooms are well kept - and each room has a bathroom. The Aurora is owned by the Bering Straits Native Corporation, and they seem to take pride in their establishment. There is ample parking in front and behind the hotel (though you do not need a car, but you can rent a vehicle at the front desk... it's expensive, I'd take a cab or walk). They have suites and standard rooms and one accessible room. The hotel is located on Front Street but several blocks away from the finish line. You can walk out the front of the hotel, cross the street to the Subway restaurant and watch the teams come off of the beach and onto Front Street if you wish (and if it's like 2019 and the ice has already broken up, they come off the beach further down the road so the teams pass right by the hotel on the street).
To learn more about the hotel you can visit their website. To book a room give them a call 1-907-443-3838 - or book through the website. They are much more responsive these days via the web which is super helpful! You can book well in advance and cancel up to just a day before your checkin date without being charged a cancelation fee.
**Pro-tip: It's been my experience that several teams choose to house their handlers/family in the Aurora, though many do choose to use host families, others prefer to be able to be RIGHT THERE where the teams come up off the ice.**
Dredge No. 7 Inn (Sluicebox Suites) - The Dredge #7 boasts "state of the art" accommodations. Wifi is complimentary. Rooms are either a King bed or Two Twins (I assume that means they push the two twins together and put on a mattress top to make a King?). Every room has a microwave, private bath, and cable tv. Rooms share a common area with several other rooms. The Dredge Inn is several blocks away from all of the Front Street action, but it's an easy walk to get to the fun. Rooms appear well kept and spacious. The hotel is owned by a 3rd generation Nome Mining Family. A lot of history of the mining era of Nome can be found throughout the hotel. The operate in two locations, but make sure you choose a room at the Sluice Box Suites location as that is the one located in town.
It used to be that of the hotels open during Iditarod, the Dredge was the best bet for having availability a few months out (vs the years out for Aurora and others). With it being 50% of the hotel rooms available in Nome, well... that's apparently not the case anymore. You can view more information about the hotel and book a room on their website. You can also give them a call at 1-907-304.1270.
Other Options - If you struck out on getting a hotel room, don't give up just yet. There are several bed and breakfast options that could be available, and locals often rent out homes and rooms for Iditarod fans. While you might be able to find something on Air BnB, your best bet to know what your options are is to visit the Nome Visitor Center's website. Not only do they have links to all B&B's in Nome, they also are the ones to contact to be put on the waiting list for the "Iditarod Overflow Housing Program". The visitor center will get you in touch with those renting out beds/couches during Iditarod. Not the most ideal, but beggars can't be choosers. Plus, you can't get more Iditarod than that! Some folks make life long friends this way. You can contact the visitor center through email or by phone 1-907-443-6555.
Food
Honestly, for being off the road system, folks may be surprised with the restaurants available in Nome. Like most everywhere in Alaska there's plenty of stops for Pizza, but you can also get Chinese, Thai, and other more "international" cuisine. Note that because Nome is not on the road system it is one of the parts of Alaska with higher prices on food and that gets passed on to the restaurant customer, but menus are fair when you keep that in mind. It helps that Nome is a major hub for Western Alaska so the prices are slightly lower than elsewhere in the region.
Aurora Inn & Suites - It is warm, staff is friendly, the rooms are clean and spacious. Bathrooms are well kept - and each room has a bathroom. The Aurora is owned by the Bering Straits Native Corporation, and they seem to take pride in their establishment. There is ample parking in front and behind the hotel (though you do not need a car, but you can rent a vehicle at the front desk... it's expensive, I'd take a cab or walk). They have suites and standard rooms and one accessible room. The hotel is located on Front Street but several blocks away from the finish line. You can walk out the front of the hotel, cross the street to the Subway restaurant and watch the teams come off of the beach and onto Front Street if you wish (and if it's like 2019 and the ice has already broken up, they come off the beach further down the road so the teams pass right by the hotel on the street).
To learn more about the hotel you can visit their website. To book a room give them a call 1-907-443-3838 - or book through the website. They are much more responsive these days via the web which is super helpful! You can book well in advance and cancel up to just a day before your checkin date without being charged a cancelation fee.
**Pro-tip: It's been my experience that several teams choose to house their handlers/family in the Aurora, though many do choose to use host families, others prefer to be able to be RIGHT THERE where the teams come up off the ice.**
Dredge No. 7 Inn (Sluicebox Suites) - The Dredge #7 boasts "state of the art" accommodations. Wifi is complimentary. Rooms are either a King bed or Two Twins (I assume that means they push the two twins together and put on a mattress top to make a King?). Every room has a microwave, private bath, and cable tv. Rooms share a common area with several other rooms. The Dredge Inn is several blocks away from all of the Front Street action, but it's an easy walk to get to the fun. Rooms appear well kept and spacious. The hotel is owned by a 3rd generation Nome Mining Family. A lot of history of the mining era of Nome can be found throughout the hotel. The operate in two locations, but make sure you choose a room at the Sluice Box Suites location as that is the one located in town.
It used to be that of the hotels open during Iditarod, the Dredge was the best bet for having availability a few months out (vs the years out for Aurora and others). With it being 50% of the hotel rooms available in Nome, well... that's apparently not the case anymore. You can view more information about the hotel and book a room on their website. You can also give them a call at 1-907-304.1270.
Other Options - If you struck out on getting a hotel room, don't give up just yet. There are several bed and breakfast options that could be available, and locals often rent out homes and rooms for Iditarod fans. While you might be able to find something on Air BnB, your best bet to know what your options are is to visit the Nome Visitor Center's website. Not only do they have links to all B&B's in Nome, they also are the ones to contact to be put on the waiting list for the "Iditarod Overflow Housing Program". The visitor center will get you in touch with those renting out beds/couches during Iditarod. Not the most ideal, but beggars can't be choosers. Plus, you can't get more Iditarod than that! Some folks make life long friends this way. You can contact the visitor center through email or by phone 1-907-443-6555.
Food
Honestly, for being off the road system, folks may be surprised with the restaurants available in Nome. Like most everywhere in Alaska there's plenty of stops for Pizza, but you can also get Chinese, Thai, and other more "international" cuisine. Note that because Nome is not on the road system it is one of the parts of Alaska with higher prices on food and that gets passed on to the restaurant customer, but menus are fair when you keep that in mind. It helps that Nome is a major hub for Western Alaska so the prices are slightly lower than elsewhere in the region.
There are also quite a few bars, but I've only been in one of them to meet with friends, so you're on your own for that (though, really, you gotta at least step into Board of Trade just to say you did it.)
Many thanks to Chrystie Salesky for confirming which restaurants are still in Nome. Covid and fires really changed that "landscape".
Pingo's Bakery & Seafood House - This is not a restaurant/bakery that you expect to find in "Rural Alaska". The food is different. It's not your standard comfort food. They have a different menu board almost daily. They are open only in the morning and afternoon but they are well worth the visit. There is VERY limited seating and it's pretty much family style. If there's a space open, sit. You can always order take out if you'd prefer to carry it down to the Iditarod HQ to chow down. The menu changes on the regular, but you can view it on their website.
Polar Cafe - This is aneatery attached to a bar. The Cafe entrance is around back. Once upon a time they were a full menu restaurant (diner type food) but it is my understanding they are now more of a coffee shop. A quick peek at their Facebook Page does show the occassional hot breakfast offering, but locals tell me it's not an every day thing. They do offer a variety of baked goods as well. You can view their menu here.
Airport Pizza - Go for the pizza. Everything else is standard. But the pizza is worth the walk up the road. Alaskans love their pizza, so it's no surprise that one of the best places to eat in Nome is a pizza place. Contrary to what the name suggests, this is not in the Airport - it's actually a very simple walk from the finish line to the restaurant. There's plenty of seating and the walk helps you work off all that carby goodness. The menu is more than Pizza, but I mean... it's a pizza place, get the pizza. They don't really have an online presence, all menus appear outdated.
Milano's Pizzaria - Like many restaurants in Nome, Milano's serves more than just pizza. It's a conglomeration of Italian, several Asian cuisines, and American. Milano's is closer to the Iditarod action as it is located on Front Street so many choose to get their pizza there as opposed to the walk up to Airport. There is quite a bit of seating in Milano's as well, but (unless they've upgraded since 2019) the lighting is dark. Still, this is a good spot to get a hot meal right along the finish route. They do not have an online presence and menus seem to be outdated online. Yelp reviews show them popular with summer cruise ship guests.
Golden China - Standard American-Chinese place. Nice sized portions. Hot, made to order. If you're like me and like "Cheap Chinese" this is the place for you. They, too, are located right along Front Street and not a far walk from the finish line. Not only do they serve your popular Chinese-American dishes, they also have burgers and sandwiches and other "bar food favorites". This is a decent place to find sushi, too. Again, no real online presence, but this long standing restaurant is a safe bet for a decent meal.
Pingo's Bakery & Seafood House - This is not a restaurant/bakery that you expect to find in "Rural Alaska". The food is different. It's not your standard comfort food. They have a different menu board almost daily. They are open only in the morning and afternoon but they are well worth the visit. There is VERY limited seating and it's pretty much family style. If there's a space open, sit. You can always order take out if you'd prefer to carry it down to the Iditarod HQ to chow down. The menu changes on the regular, but you can view it on their website.
Polar Cafe - This is aneatery attached to a bar. The Cafe entrance is around back. Once upon a time they were a full menu restaurant (diner type food) but it is my understanding they are now more of a coffee shop. A quick peek at their Facebook Page does show the occassional hot breakfast offering, but locals tell me it's not an every day thing. They do offer a variety of baked goods as well. You can view their menu here.
Airport Pizza - Go for the pizza. Everything else is standard. But the pizza is worth the walk up the road. Alaskans love their pizza, so it's no surprise that one of the best places to eat in Nome is a pizza place. Contrary to what the name suggests, this is not in the Airport - it's actually a very simple walk from the finish line to the restaurant. There's plenty of seating and the walk helps you work off all that carby goodness. The menu is more than Pizza, but I mean... it's a pizza place, get the pizza. They don't really have an online presence, all menus appear outdated.
Milano's Pizzaria - Like many restaurants in Nome, Milano's serves more than just pizza. It's a conglomeration of Italian, several Asian cuisines, and American. Milano's is closer to the Iditarod action as it is located on Front Street so many choose to get their pizza there as opposed to the walk up to Airport. There is quite a bit of seating in Milano's as well, but (unless they've upgraded since 2019) the lighting is dark. Still, this is a good spot to get a hot meal right along the finish route. They do not have an online presence and menus seem to be outdated online. Yelp reviews show them popular with summer cruise ship guests.
Golden China - Standard American-Chinese place. Nice sized portions. Hot, made to order. If you're like me and like "Cheap Chinese" this is the place for you. They, too, are located right along Front Street and not a far walk from the finish line. Not only do they serve your popular Chinese-American dishes, they also have burgers and sandwiches and other "bar food favorites". This is a decent place to find sushi, too. Again, no real online presence, but this long standing restaurant is a safe bet for a decent meal.
Subway - Eat Fresh in Nome! No, seriously, your one "fast food" staple in Nome is the popular sammich shop of Subway. Located on Front Street, teams come up off the sea ice right behind the restaurant. It has windows looking out in the direction, so even if a team comes in while you wait for your sub - you won't miss it! Also connected to the restaurant is Nome's movie theater.
Husky Restaurant - The name fits for the event you're in Nome for. Another one of the Front Street options. Its storefront gives off bar vibes. Another Asian heavy menu that also has burgers, sammies, and other diner like food.
La Casita Taco Shop - Located in the bowling alley of the rec center, which is a bit of a walk but doable. Looking at their website it looks like "street taco" more than taco bell which is always a plus. (Actually in doing research for this blog I find myself REALLY hungry after looking up their menu). A little more pricey than what you might be used to for Mexican food (at least compared to what all five bajillion Mexican restaurants in my part of Alaska are) but food looks super fresh in the photos. That's going to be a big part of the reason for the price difference. They also serve breakfast, so a walk just might be worth it to try a newer restaurant option.
Gold Rush Vietnamese FOOD to go - Just a hop skip and a jump from Milano's (if that) you can grab some authentic Vietnamese cuisine. You have to call in your order, and it does appear that it's to go orders only. Thankfully it wouldn't be too much of a walk to go from there to the Iditarod HQ or your hotel to enjoy your meal.
Nome Soup Supper and Silent Auction - A fundraiser for the local Food Bank held by the Nome Methodist Church. For a donation you can sample several different types of soup. Get there early if you want to try the MuskOx stew. There's also moose, caribou... and beef and chicken for those that are less adventurous. Soup comes with bread and dessert. It will probably be one of your cheapest meals in Nome, and one of the tastiest. Seriously, do not miss this.
Nome Soup Supper and Silent Auction - A fundraiser for the local Food Bank held by the Nome Methodist Church. For a donation you can sample several different types of soup. Get there early if you want to try the MuskOx stew. There's also moose, caribou... and beef and chicken for those that are less adventurous. Soup comes with bread and dessert. It will probably be one of your cheapest meals in Nome, and one of the tastiest. Seriously, do not miss this.
Coffee Shops
If you've been to Alaska you know that just like we love our pizza and ice cream, we also have a thing for coffee huts and shops. Nome has now joined that fad and there are several all around town.
Kigluaik Kuuppagvik - Located inside the Aurora Inn. You can visit their Facebook page to find out what their name means and see their daily specials.
Kigluaik Kuuppagvik - Located inside the Aurora Inn. You can visit their Facebook page to find out what their name means and see their daily specials.
Trinh's Floral and Coffee Shop - Located on First Avenue, she's open from 6:30am to 6:30pm in the winter Monday through Friday with shorter hours on the weekend. You can keep up with her menu on her Facebook page. It appears she also has some bakery items and ice cream.
Golden Grounds Coffe Co - They're a little up the road from Front Street and drive through only - so if you're planning to walk... um... maybe take a cab instead. It doesn't appear that they accept walk ups (but maybe it's worth a shot if you really need that cup of joe.) Check out their Facebook page for hours and specials and all the things.
Tundra Delights - This one you walk up to because it's pick up only. You put in your order and pick up at a little kiosk. Click here to view the menu and order online.
Nome, Sweet Nome
There's something special about Nome, Alaska. It quickly gets inside you. Very few folks who visit during Iditarod come away thinking negatively. Most - like myself - want to return immediately. This is a trip everyone should take, whether you're into the Iditarod or not. For an Iditarod fan - this is a must do if it's at all possible. There's just something so special about being with everyone cheering the dogs into the finish. The family like atmosphere as you walk by strangers who you just feel a connection to because you're all there for the same general purpose. The locals are friendly, greeting with smiles, and it's a slower pace. No one is really rushing (except maybe the dog teams). Nome, Alaska IS Alaska, and I hope if you're reading this you'll be ready to experience for yourself very soon.
Check out Nome part 2 - a look at what you can do and see at Nome while waiting for the dog teams to come in!
Nome, Sweet Nome
There's something special about Nome, Alaska. It quickly gets inside you. Very few folks who visit during Iditarod come away thinking negatively. Most - like myself - want to return immediately. This is a trip everyone should take, whether you're into the Iditarod or not. For an Iditarod fan - this is a must do if it's at all possible. There's just something so special about being with everyone cheering the dogs into the finish. The family like atmosphere as you walk by strangers who you just feel a connection to because you're all there for the same general purpose. The locals are friendly, greeting with smiles, and it's a slower pace. No one is really rushing (except maybe the dog teams). Nome, Alaska IS Alaska, and I hope if you're reading this you'll be ready to experience for yourself very soon.
Check out Nome part 2 - a look at what you can do and see at Nome while waiting for the dog teams to come in!
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