Downtown Fairbanks Travel Guide
Fairbanks
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Pioneer Park
Explore the great outdoors at Pioneer Park, a lovely green space in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
"My room was very clean and the staff was friendly and helpful."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"The staff Were fabulous but the owners need to be aware Of the hotels faults. Breakfast was abysmal, the room was cold, the room was only serviced every other day. Fabulous Staff fight Ing a rear guard action"
Reviewed on 31 May 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 25 May 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 29 May 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 29 Sept 2025
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
"I can’t say anything bad about the property but can’t really say anything great about it either It’s a glorified motel 6 but is in a pretty spot on the river. It also seemed very expensive for the caliber of the property. That said, not much in Fairbanks AK so maybe I’m being unfair? They do have ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 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
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Hamilton Acres
While Hamilton Acres isn't home to many top sights, Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.
Aurora
Aurora might not have many top sights, but Carlson Center Event Arena 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.
