Downtown 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
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.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
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.
Things to do
Half-Day Fairbanks Heritage Tour
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
Northern Lights Aurora Tour with Photography
Full-Day Arctic Circle Tour from Fairbanks
Fairbanks: City Highlights Tour with Museum Entry
Top hotels in Downtown Fairbanks
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
"Didn’t like much about the property. Very outdated. Restaurant selection was poor. The beds were lumpy and need total changing. The staff are young foreigners and have trouble understanding issues that arise and very untrained in the hospitality industry."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Bridgewater Hotel, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
"Very nice and clean rooms located in a great part of downtown. It’s the perfect basecamp and easy to get in and out of (whether exploring the city on foot or trekking out to Denali, etc.). We will def. be staying here again in the future!"
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
Entire 2BR 1Bath Apt “The Downtown Deneege”
"What a fantastic place to stay in Fairbanks! We were in town for UAF graduation, and the Downtown Deneege offered a comfortable, welcoming, and central spot to stay for our visit. The North Pole coffee was a lovely touch--and handy, too--and we spent several mornings sipping the coffee while going ..."
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
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.
