Discovery the beautiful scenery, Alaska Native culture, and Gold Rush history of Nome
Even by Alaska’s standards, Nome is a magical place. Set on the edge of the Bering Sea, the town is full of gorgeous scenery, Alaska Native culture, and Gold Rush history, as well as being the finish line for the famous Iditarod Sled Dog Race. And the best way to see it is on a tour with longtime Nome resident Carol Hobbs.
Passionate about Nome, Carol customizes the tours around the interests of her small groups to make them as special and interesting as possible. She can fill you in on area history while letting you know what it’s like to live, work, and raise a family in Nome.
The Tours
- Historical City Tour: This 1.5-hour, small-group tour walks through the significant landmarks of downtown Nome, where you’ll learn about the Gold Rush era.
- Guided Beach Walk: Scan the shore for beach glass and other treasures while Carol fills you in on the significance of the shoreline and the history of Nome.
- Day Hikes: The area boasts lots of unforgettable scenic hikes. Shoot Carol a note with what kind of hike you’re interested in and she’ll tell you about some options perfect for you.
- Custom Tour Planning: Put your Nome experience in Carol’s expert hands and have her map out your visit with whatever mix of guided and unguided exploration suits you. You could hit the historical and natural highlights, like Swanberg Dredge, Safety Roadhouse, and Safety Sound (with a stop at the beach there), and visit beautiful spots like Solomon and Skookum Pass.
Special tours are available during Iditarod Week in Nome
Tours During Iditarod Week
- Arctic Sunrise Drive: Head out to the mouth of the Nome River, where you’ll watch the sunrise, stop at some Gold Rush sites, and take the fascinating historical tour of downtown.
- Nome Gold Rush Walking Tour: Stroll Nome’s back streets and see some of the town’s oldest buildings, hear stories of the Gold Rush era, and finish downtown at the Iditarod Arch.
About Carol Hobbs
A Canadian by birth, Carol Hobbs has lived in Nome for about 13 years after visiting and finding that it felt like home. She homeschooled 5 kids in Nome and now loves educating travelers on the town’s wonders and sharing her love of the surrounding area.
Prices & Dates
| Season | Year-Round |
| Duration | 1.5+ hrs |
| Rates | Historical City Tour // 1.5 hrs | $100 per person |
| Bering Sea Guided Beach Walk // June – September | 1.5 – 2 hrs | $75 per person | |
| Day Hikes // 2 – 4 hrs | $150+ per person | |
| Custom Tour Planning // $100+ per person | |
| (Iditarod Week) Arctic Sunrise Drive // 3 hrs | $175 per person | |
| (Iditarod Week) Nome Gold Rush Walking Tour // 2 hrs | $100 per person |
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