College Travel Guide
Fairbanks





Popular places to visit

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 Museum of the North
Your best introduction to Alaska’s remarkable landscapes, wildlife, cultures and history can be found within the diverse exhibitions of this dynamic museum.

Georgeson Botanical Garden
Learn about the native sub-arctic plants of Alaska and see some of the state’s famously oversized vegetables in this fascinating horticultural sanctuary.

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.

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.

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

Fairbanks Distillery and Craft Beer Pub Crawl

Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour with transportation from Fairbanks

Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights

Murphy Dome Aurora Borealis Viewing Tour

1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska

Half-Day Fairbanks Heritage Tour
Top hotels in College

Pike's Waterfront Lodge
The room is spotless and I ended up getting sick while they're there they were very kind giving me lots of towels
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Room was perfect, shuttle was awesome that gave us a mini lesson on driving in AK. Breakfast was better than ever anticipated! Couldn’t beat it!!
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Golden North Inn
This was a great stay. The staff is super nice, they have a shuttle from the airport, and a couple pretty decent breakfast in the morning.
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Sophie Station Suites
Great staff. Beautiful updates. Will stay again soon
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

7 Gables Inn & Suites
Very clean room. The power went out for a few hours and the room got cold. The place didn't have a backup generator to keep the quests comfortable. Very friendly staff
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Fairbanks Extended Stay
I was very pleased with the whole experience. The owner is very kind i will stay again room was great.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around College

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

Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Creamer's Field and Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum.

Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Fairbanks
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fairbanks, Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River 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.
