Downtown Fairbanks Travel Guide
Fairbanks
Visit Downtown Fairbanks
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
"Black mold in the bath tiles, poor quality food in the restaurant for the price. We will never stay there again."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Terrible location - charged 15 for a terrible breakfast . Pick another hotel"
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Springhill Suites by Marriott Fairbanks
"I enjoyed the clean room, the breakfast, simple but good. The staff was very helpful. And good location"
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026
Clarion Hotel & Suites Fairbanks near Ft. Wainwright
"Las cortinas bloquean la salida del aire acondicionado. Terrible idea, porque si las dejas abiertas entra toda la luz del « midnight sun »alumbrando toda la noche y si las cierras el aire no circula y la habitacion se calienta . Las alfombras de todo el hôtel están horribles , viejas . Really worn ..."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 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
"Nice property, great place to stay. Reindeer are everywhere. River is beautiful. People are super nice and helpful. Beds super soft. Alot of activities to do. Buffet has alot of options"
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Fairbanks
College
If you're spending some time in College, University of Alaska Museum of the North and Fairbanks Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
