Downtown Fairbanks Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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
Explore the campus of University of Alaska-Fairbanks during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
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.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
See some truly unique examples of antique automotives at this modern museum, which contains over 85 vehicles and a vintage fashion collection.
Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright
Room was good. Staff was AMAZING. Cass went above and beyond for us. She spent time with us telling us the best place to see the Northern Lights. On our first day there we came out to a very flat tire and Cass came running out to us with a portable tire pump. We are able to make it back to the rental ...
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Small rooms but excellent staff
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
The rooms were big . The entire hotel smelled fresh. We had the perfect view. Breakfast was decent. Front desk was helpful. Great location. Overall our stay there was great and I would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Comfortable convenient clean. Need a receipt please
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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 29 Sept 2025
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Clean, Easy, Quiet, Great Breakfast,
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
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
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Big Dipper Ice Arena, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Acres
While Hamilton Acres isn't home to many top sights, Fort Wainwright and Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field.
Aurora
Aurora might not have many top sights, but Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Westgate
Though Westgate may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Pioneer Park and Carlson Center Event Arena.
