Fairbanks Information
About Fairbanks
Fairbanks, the largest city in Alaska’s interior, has over 30,000 residents. Less than 120 miles from the Arctic Circle, the city is in the northernmost Metropolitan Statistical Area in the United States. It was established as a trading post, but the potential of the area attracted gold miners who eventually founded Fairbanks. Its extreme northerly location causes very cold winters, but May through September enjoy mild and warm summers. Visitors to Fairbanks enjoy the Northern Lights, proximity to the magnificent Denali, and a vibrant arts and culture scene. Whatever you hope to find on your Alaskan vacation, Fairbanks is sure to have it.
Things to do in Fairbanks
Take a guided tour into Alaska’s rugged wilderness through a Fairbanks-based adventure company. Choose from excursions into the Arctic Circle to see the Northern Lights, a day trip to Chena Hot Springs, dog sledding, and more. For a more independent experience, try snow showing or hiking. Murphy Dome is an easy hike that rewards visitors with great views of the interior.
If you’re looking for a way to get out of the cold, stop at one of Fairbanks’ many museums. The University of Alaska Museum of the North outlines Alaskan history and heritage. Additionally, Bouchard’s International Dog Mushing and Sled Museum features artifacts from the sport of dog mushing throughout the years—and there are live huskies there to meet!
The scenic ride on the McKinley Explorer Train from Denali to Anchorage allows visitors to relax and take in the natural beauty of the area. The VistaDome cars are designed to enhance your travel experience, offering 360-degree views of the surrounding mountains and countryside. There are also full meals offered in the dining room as well as a full-service bar. Each car is accompanied by a guide to explain the natural beauty of the area. This is a full day activity, lasting approximately eight hours.
Day Trips from Fairbanks
Tour guides can take visitors into the Arctic to experience the “real” Alaska. Options for this include a Native American cultural adventure, viewing glaciers, seeing Polar bears, and more. These are mostly accessible by small planes and helicopters, which require the help of a guide such as Northern Alaska Tour Company or Warbelow’s Air Adventures.
Nenana, an hour’s drive from Fairbanks, is a small town with some interesting historical features. Though less than 400 people live there, it lays claim to the third-longest truss bridge in the United States. The Alfred Starr Cultural Center and Museum teaches visitors about the local Athabascan culture with artifacts and displays outlining the area’s history.
Accommodation in Fairbanks
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Transportation in Fairbanks
Fly into Fairbanks International Airport, which is only 5 miles from the city. Car transportation is the most practical way to get around Fairbanks, and several rental companies are located in the airport.
Vacation Rentals in Fairbanks
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These vacation rentals offer a range of amenities, so you’ll feel right at home. For those looking to stay in a corporate rental, 93 of Fairbanks’s rentals offer high speed WiFi Internet so you can easily keep in touch with your company or team. Go for a swim at one of the 8 properties complete with pool or jacuzzi, or relax with a night of cable TV in any of our 87 vacation home rentals.Traveling with your dog or cat? Choose from 16 pet-friendly rentals in Fairbanks that allow you to bring your extended family along.Tripping.com’s home rentals offer far more room and comfort than a hotel, providing a safe and spacious place for you and your pets. Many properties allow you to book directly online, so once you find that perfect vacation rental, you’ll be all set to go!Search properties from 6 vacation rental sites in Fairbanks where the top providers in that area are Booking.com, HomeAway, and HRS Holidays. There are 36 Booking.com rentals, 34 HomeAway short term rentals and 25 HRS Holidays vacation rentals.