South Fairbanks Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Fairbanks
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.
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.
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.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to 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.
Activities
Dog Sledding and Mushing Experience in North Pole
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour with transportation from Fairbanks
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
Our pick of the best South Fairbanks Hotel Deals
North Star Place
The room was very clean and the bed was very comfortable. I slept great the whole week I was there. It was so nice staying somewhere with a kitchen so I didn't have to eat out the whole time I was there. It really felt like home away from home. The owners are incredible and easy to get a hold of. ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Close to everything you need !! 😊
Kitchen was sorely lacking in supplies. Was supposed to have 2 bedrooms, 1 with a queen and the other with a queen and a twin. There was no hot tub which is why I booked this place. The owner said it was a miscommunication. But his listing is misleading. There were no hangers or dressers for us to ...
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
Mary’s house
Very cute and cool place!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
A Cozy 3-bedroom, centrally located in peaceful Fairbanks with WiFi
The host sent check in instructions on time before our stay but the keypad ended up not working - not sure if it was weather related or not. We called the host and they picked up right away and helped us to get into the property. They offered to come to fix the keypad in the initial phone call but ...
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
It was a clean and very nice room. Very helpful staff.
Reviewed on 4 Mar 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 Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center 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 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 Big Dipper Ice Arena.
