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.
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.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Activities
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
Our pick of the best South Fairbanks Hotel Deals
North Star Place
"We had everything we needed and then some. It's quiet, and comfortable. We will definitely rent here again."
Reviewed on 16 May 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
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
"The property location by the river is the best!! So beautiful and relax!! We loved it"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
"Lovely registration area. Doing renovations in part of hotel and it is time. Our room was a little dated but good value for the area. Staff helpful. Convenient to activities we did. Would go back!!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge
"The rooms were hot, air conditioning did not work. Key did not work on door, two different key sets. They moved us to another room. We are traveling with a group of 14. All rooms were hot. It is unfortunate that the property was not in great working order at the beginning of the season. They had ..."
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
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.
