Downtown Fairbanks
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Popular places to visit
Fairbanks Ice Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center
Take your first steps into Interior Alaska at a visitors center that combines information about the region with exhibitions, events and artisanal crafts.
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.
University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alaska-Fairbanks, during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Pioneer Park
Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.
Things to do
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Half-Day Fairbanks Heritage Tour
Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
Chena Hot Springs & Ice Museum Tour from Fairbanks
Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
"Didn’t like much about the property. Very outdated. Restaurant selection was poor. The beds were lumpy and need total changing. The staff are young foreigners and have trouble understanding issues that arise and very untrained in the hospitality industry."
Reviewed on May 30, 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"its not what the photos show"
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
"This was a nice hotel with a good location in Downtown Fairbanks. We utilized the free shuttle from the airport and to the train station. Both shuttle drivers were very friendly and professional. The room was clean, spacious and the bed was very comfortable. We would stay here again."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright
"The room was large and clean. The bed and pillows were soft and comfortable. The hotel was convenient to all the Fairbanks attractions. We enjoyed our stay very much."
Reviewed on May 29, 2026
Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast
"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 Sep 29, 2025
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
"A bit of an odd or quirky property. Room felt a tiny bit dusty or something. Dining room for breakfast was beautiful. Breakfast was awesome! All kinds of quirky little elements to explore to the hotel. If you buy the wristband for the reindeer next door, just know you can’t go in their pen. You just ..."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Fairbanks
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
South Fairbanks
While there might not be top attractions in South Fairbanks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum.
Hamilton Acres
Hamilton Acres might not have many top sights, but Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Lemeta
If you're spending some time in Lemeta, Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Aurora
While Aurora isn't home to many top sights, Carlson Center Event Arena and Creamer's Field are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westgate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westgate and surrounding area, you can visit Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.
