North Pole

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North Pole featuring rides
North Pole
North Pole featuring interior views and markets
North Pole featuring a statue or sculpture and rides
North Pole which includes markets and interior views

Celebrate Christmas any day of the year in this Interior Alaska town, home to Santa Claus and the 49th state’s great natural wonders.

Travel to North Pole more easily than the explorer Robert Peary once did because this North Pole is in Alaska, not at the northernmost part of the world. Visit the town of North Pole, where the spirit of Christmas lives year-round.

The town was once called Davis, but enterprising citizens campaigned to change the name to North Pole, hoping to create a northern Christmas-based theme park. The name changed in 1953. Although the theme park has not developed, look for signs of Santa and wintry favorites in this holiday-themed town of about 2,000 residents. Mistletoe Drive and St. Nicholas Drive parallel the highway while Snowman Lane travels between North Pole Elementary and Middle Schools. Candy canes decorate the streetlights and many businesses have Christmas designs.

Whether you visit in December or July, stop at the Santa Claus House to buy sweet fudge and souvenirs, including holiday ornaments and decorations. Purchase stationery and stamps to mail postcards or letters with the North Pole postmark. Santa Claus is likely to be wandering around the store. Have a family photo taken with the jolly red-suited man and his reindeer. Outside, see a Santa statue that’s nearly 50-feet (15-meter) tall.

While the Santa theme has been part of the community for more than 60 years, nature has provided even more delights in this part of the world forever. From fall to spring look to the clear, dark skies to see the brilliant shimmering colors of the aurora borealis or northern lights. During the day, enjoy more than a dozen parks and trails around town.

North Pole and FairbanksOpens in a new window are great for Alaska’s outdoor recreation, somewhat unique to the region. Try dog mushing, ice fishing, snowmobiling and winter camping. Look for moose, bears and other Alaskan wildlife. Canoe, kayak or pilot a standup paddleboard on the Chena River or Tanana River as you gaze up at the snow-capped peaks of the White Mountains.

Bring your family to North Pole to see Santa and appreciate Interior Alaska.

Alaska log cabins on the pond B & B

Alaska log cabins on the pond B & B

2.5 out of 5
1673 volleyball court, North Pole, AK
Stay at this B&B in North Pole. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions North Pole Plaza and Morning Star Park are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
"This was our first trip to Fairbanks and so I choose this BandB because of the price The room was clean and the bed not so soft. Your morning breakfast is a frozen jimmy dean sandwich and a little jar of orange juice so no homemade breakfast. The owners are very nice and accommodating."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Alaska log cabins on the pond B & B
Hotel North Pole

Hotel North Pole

2 out of 5
449 N Santa Claus Lane, North Pole, AK
The price is P15,410 per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
P15,410
P16,643 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in North Pole. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions North Pole Plaza and Santa ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (241 reviews)
"Very pleasant staff. Clean rooms, restaurants within walking distance"

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Hotel North Pole
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
813 Noble St, Fairbanks, AK
The price is P9,887 per night from Aug 7 to Aug 8
P9,887
P10,678 total
Aug 7 - Aug 8
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,326 reviews)
"Room was aet up nice"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Peaceful Nature Escape w/ Deck in North Pole!

Peaceful Nature Escape w/ Deck in North Pole!

3 out of 5
North Pole
Stay at this 3-star apartment in North Pole. Enjoy free parking, snorkeling on site, and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Birch Hill Recreation Area and ...
"My family loved and enjoyed staying there and we will be renting from you guys again!!! Thank you"

Reviewed on Jun 14, 2024

Peaceful Nature Escape w/ Deck in North Pole!
North Star Place

North Star Place

3.5 out of 5
1313 22nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK
Stay at this 3.5-star apartment in Fairbanks. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (119 reviews)
"Great price, had a great time staying here"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

North Star Place
Dollhouse Downtown

Dollhouse Downtown

2 out of 5
326 Boundary St, Fairbanks, AK
Stay at this aparthotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free WiFi and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Stay here!
"Amazing apartment! Newly remodeled! Very quiet neighborhood. Short walk to everything. I throughly enjoyed my time at Downtown Dollhouse! Heather was so very kind and accommodating! Thank you, Heather!"

Reviewed on Mar 30, 2025

Dollhouse Downtown
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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