Downtown Fairbanks

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Memorial honoring the pilots who flew aircraft from continental United States to Siberia via Alaska during World War II. #memorial #Fairbanks #pilots
Memorial honoring the pilots who flew aircraft from continental United States to Siberia via Alaska during World War II. #memorial #Fairbanks #pilots
Antler Arch is the Gateway to Downtown Fairbanks. The arch is made up of over 100 antlers that have been collected from all over Interior Alaska. (September 2016)
The gleaming spires reaching skyward near the banks of the Chena River in downtown Fairbanks, Alaska, look like ice crystals or quartz crystals. The longest piece reach up to about 11m (36’). Named the “Polaris”, at night when the multicoloured lights reflect on the highly-polished steel surface, it looks like northern lights dancing in the sky. (September 2016)
On the banks of the Chena River in Fairbanks. About midnight in July.

Popular places to visit

Night starry view of a ice dome in Chena Hot Springs Resort

Fairbanks Ice Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Fairbanks Ice Museum
Fairbanks featuring interior views

Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center

4/5(1 review)

Take your first steps into Interior Alaska at a visitors center that combines information about the region with exhibitions, events and artisanal crafts.

Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center
Chena Hot Springs which includes a park and a pool as well as a small group of people

Chena Hot Springs

This famous eco-friendly resort community in Alaska is known for its peaceful outdoor hot springs, spectacular ice museum and outdoor activities.

Chena Hot Springs
Everybody I've spoken to and anything I read about Fairbanks said that the museum was a major highlight...I personally found it quite small and disengaging, although I think if you watch one of the movies

University of Alaska-Fairbanks

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the campus of University of Alaska-Fairbanks during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Pioneer Park featuring heritage elements, rides and street scenes

Pioneer Park

2/5(1 review)

Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.

Pioneer Park
Alaska Scene

Moose Mountain

Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Moose Mountain

Things to do

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

HK$2,336
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour

Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks

HK$2,500
per traveller
82% of travellers recommend
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
Split image of a couple in the Chena Hot Springs and the Northern Lights at night in Fairbanks

Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights

HK$1,875
per traveller
88% of travellers recommend
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour

Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour with transportation from Fairbanks

HK$1,250
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour with transportation from Fairbanks
Full Day Arctic Circle Tour

Arctic Circle Adventure with Aurora Viewing and FREE Photos

HK$2,735
per adult
Arctic Circle Adventure with Aurora Viewing and FREE Photos
From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography

From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography

HK$1,641
per adult
From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
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Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
813 Noble St Fairbanks AK
The price is HK$1,391 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
HK$1,391
HK$1,502 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (462 reviews)
Everything was good

Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

2.5 out of 5
723 1st Ave Fairbanks AK
The price is HK$1,011 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
HK$1,011
HK$1,092 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Friendly staff. I had to actually tell the front desk I had 2 rooms. Why that wouldn't automatically be known is beyond me.

Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026

Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks

3 out of 5
575 1st Ave Fairbanks AK
The price is HK$1,657 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
HK$1,657
HK$1,789 total
11 Mar - 12 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (926 reviews)
The staff were all wonderful! Definitely recommend and would stay again.

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026

Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright

Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright

3 out of 5
95 10th Ave Fairbanks AK
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is HK$1,092 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
HK$1,092
HK$1,180 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright
Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast

3 out of 5
410 Cowles Street Fairbanks AK
The price is HK$2,735 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
HK$2,735
HK$2,954 total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Fairbanks. Enjoy free parking, a snack bar/deli and conference space. Popular attractions Chena River and Dog Mushers Museum are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (481 reviews)
Our stay was so off the charts amazing we're not sure how to even begin our review of the Bed and Breakfast ~ imagine being your grandmother's favorite grandchild and walking into her home and being embraced by the aroma of gingerbread cookies and every other smell that is so delicious it takes your ...

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast
Modern Studio in Heart of Downtown Fairbanks - beautifully renovated & clean

Modern Studio in Heart of Downtown Fairbanks - beautifully renovated & clean

Fairbanks AK
Stay at this apartment in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an in-room coffee maker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Dog Mushers Museum and Chena River are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
The room is beautiful! And it’s in a great location as well. Not very noisy, and every business is easily accessible. The hosts Ryle and Marilyn are great. They’re communicative, and provide basically everything you would need to stay. They give you some food, body wash, towels, I even got a toothbrush! ...

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

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Modern Studio in Heart of Downtown Fairbanks - beautifully renovated & clean
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fairbanks

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Slaterville

If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Slaterville
The boreal trail!

South Fairbanks

When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fort Wainwright, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Fairbanks
The trees here seem to take on a different appearance as the cold season creeps closer

Hamilton Acres

While Hamilton Acres isn't home to many top sights, Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamilton Acres
Chena Hot Springs Resort offers a large variety of activities year-round. One of those is snow shoeing, both a fantastic and frusterating experience lol you can rent a pair at their activity center for $7.50/hr or a flat $25 a day. There are several trails around the resort ranging from an easy walk to a strenuous climb. This one was the mountain ridge trail, a 3 mile easy walk around the resort that held some pretty fantastic views, especially at sunset. Once you master the art of moving in a snow shie, its a surprisingly enjoyable way to spend the afternoon! :)

Lemeta

While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field.

Lemeta
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Aurora

Aurora might not have many top sights, but Carlson Center Event Arena and Creamer's Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Aurora
The unnoticed flowers

Westgate

Though Westgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pioneer Park and Big Dipper Ice Arena.

Westgate

Downtown Fairbanks