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.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
Northern Lights Aurora Tour with FREE Photography
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
From Fairbanks: Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
Dancing Lights in the Sky on an Aurora RV Tour Adventure
Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis Viewing) Chasing with Photography in Fairbanks
Cleary Summit Aurora Glass House Luxury Northern Lights Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
The room is very nice and spacious, but the TV was not watchable (very bad streaming, on every channel) and at noon time there was no hot water to shower, you would have to wait until later in the afternoon. As to the property, the convenience store/coffee shop was closed for renovation the entire ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
not too much sound proof
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
The bed was fine, as was the bathroom, but it was a dreary and depressing place, unattractive rooms and the carpet I don’t want to even think about. Also, no in room safe and a very loud radiator spewing cold air. The surrounding area was not nice. On a brief walk I saw mostly intoxicated and/or ...
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright
The location is convenient, close to the town, shops and restaurants. The room is clean and appears well maintained. However, the carpet and wall in the public area, such as hallway and dining area, is quite old and need to be replaced or repainted. The elevator is squeaky and needs to be maintained ...
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Breakfast was great! So many yummy choices. Disappointed sauna is now a $$$ pay item & night viewing area not available
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Nice to have a shuttle from both the train station and/or the airport. Good breakfast, average gym.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026
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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 Big Dipper Ice Arena.
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, Creamer's Field and Pioneer Park 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.
