Downtown Fairbanks Travel Guide

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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
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.
Something extraordinary was happening in the sky!

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

Enjoy an outing to Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center during your stay in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

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

Chena Hot Springs

You can take time to visit Chena Hot Springs during your travels to Fairbanks. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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

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
Creamers Field which includes tranquil scenes

Creamer's Field

Explore the great outdoors at Creamer's Field, a lovely green space in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Creamer's Field
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

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 2.996.534 ₫ per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
2.996.534 ₫
3.236.256 ₫ total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (507 reviews)
Cold room

Reviewed on 19 Mar 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 3.290.194 ₫ per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
3.290.194 ₫
3.553.409 ₫ total
2 Apr - 3 Apr
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! (1,001 reviews)
outstanding service, great location, super clean!

Reviewed on 16 Mar 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is 6.022.700 ₫ per night from 4 Apr to 5 Apr
6.022.700 ₫
6.504.516 ₫ total
4 Apr - 5 Apr
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! (934 reviews)
The gym had great equipment, the rooms were clean, the staff were incredible

Reviewed on 13 Mar 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
The price is 3.448.456 ₫ per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
3.448.456 ₫
3.724.332 ₫ total
1 Apr - 2 Apr
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
The room was clean.

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

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
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

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Alaska Heritage House Bed and Breakfast
Pike's Waterfront Lodge

Pike's Waterfront Lodge

3 out of 5
1850 Hoselton Rd Fairbanks AK
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Fairbanks. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,266 reviews)
I wish Front desk staff could be friendly, They don't smile, they don't greet, didn't talk much Felt kind of Ignored. May be overwhelming for them with tourist, Housekeeping staffs are awesome, They always greet when they see us on the hallway with beautiful smile on their faces, Breakfast girls ...

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

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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 Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center 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 Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.

Lemeta
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Aurora

Aurora might not have many top sights, but Creamer's Field and Pioneer Park 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

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