South Fairbanks Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Things to do
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Half-Day Fairbanks Heritage Tour
Fairbanks: City Highlights Tour with Museum Entry
Top hotels in South Fairbanks
North Star Place
"Great place to stay. I will use each time I visit"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
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
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
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
"Nice hotel, staff were all happy and helpful. Room was fine, clean and modern. Breakfast was good. The pool was a little disappointing, not inviting. Outside area could have been better, some more seating and somewhere to put cigarette ends rather than the floor."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Hyatt Place Fairbanks
"I miss on the breakfast bacon."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Fairbanks
Downtown Fairbanks
If you're spending some time in Downtown Fairbanks, Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum 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.
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.
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.
