What to See & Do in Fairbanks

Local History & Cultural Experiences

• Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center
  Free cultural center with exhibits, films, and visitor information.
  101 Dunkel St, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-459-3700
• Museum of the North
  Showcases Alaskan history, Native exhibits, Blue Babe bison, and Bus 142 (“Into the Wild”). Admission ~$18.
  1962 Yukon Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99775
  1-907-474-7505
• Pioneer Park
  Free-entry historic park with cabins, museums, and events.
  2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-459-1087
• Fairbanks Ice Museum
  Ice sculptures and shows inside a historic 1939 Art Deco theatre.
  500 2nd Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-451-8222
• Running Reindeer Ranch
  Guided walks through boreal forest with tame reindeer.
  1470 Ivans Alley, Fairbanks, AK 99709
  1-907-455-4998
• Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
  World-class collection of vintage autos with period fashion displays.
  212 W Growden Ave, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-450-2100
• Pioneer Air Museum
  Aviation artifacts and vintage planes inside Pioneer Park.
  2300 Airport Way, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-451-0037
• Alaska House Art Gallery
  Historic 1930s log house showcasing Alaskan artists.
  1003 Cushman St, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-456-6449

Nature, Relaxation & Iconic Sights

• Chena Hot Springs Resort
  Natural hot springs, outdoor pool, lodging, and Aurora Ice Museum.
  56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99712
  1-907-451-8104
• Trans-Alaska Pipeline Viewing Station
  View and walk beneath Alaska’s engineering marvel.
  1671 Steese Hwy, Fairbanks, AK 99712
• Creamer’s Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge
  Wildlife refuge with trails, boardwalks, and birdwatching.
  1300 College Rd, Fairbanks, AK 99701
  1-907-452-5162
• Georgeson Botanical Garden
  Seasonal gardens, tours, and educational displays.
  117 W Tanana Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99775
  1-907-474-7222
• Robert G. White Large Animal Research Station
  See muskox, reindeer, and caribou up close on UAF campus tours.
  2220 Yukon Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99775
  1-907-474-5742

Seasonal Activities

Summer Fun

• Riverboat Discovery Cruise
  Paddlewheel cruise with cultural stops and bush pilot demos.
  1975 Discovery Dr, Fairbanks, AK 99709
  1-800-829-8044
• Gold Dredge 8
  Historic gold mining tour with train ride and panning.
  1803 Old Steese Hwy N, Fairbanks, AK 99712
  1-866-479-6673

Winter Adventures

• Dog sledding tours offered by Paws for Adventure and Arctic Dog Adventure Co..
• Ice Sculptures – See the World Ice Art Championships and downtown displays each winter.
• Skiing & Snowmobiling – Try Birch Hill, Moose Mountain, or Chena Lakes for trails and rentals.

Aurora Viewing

• Aurora Viewing in Fairbanks
  See the northern lights from August to April. Top spots include Murphy Dome and Cleary Summit, or stay at aurora lodges offering wake-up calls and glass igloos.

Seasonal Highlights