Westgate Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Creamer's Field
Follow elevated trails and see waterfowl and many other bird species in this immense sanctuary, dedicated to promoting environmental awareness.
Moose Mountain
Hit the slopes at Moose Mountain during your trip to Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Activities
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Fairbanks City Highlights Tour
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Sophie Station Suites
Time for adventure. Sleep in a treehouse. 5 minutes from the airport & downtown!
A good experience
Reviewed on 8 July 2025
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Breakfast was great! Staff were all friendly. Property was very clean, inside and out. Our room was a little dated, but felt homey - except for the bed, which was not very comfortable. Lots to look at, but definitely bring your checkbook. Everything definitely has a price tag, and plea for ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
Good location
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Best Western Plus Pioneer Park Inn
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
Other neighbourhoods around Westgate
College
If you're spending some time in College, Creamer's Field and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Aurora
Aurora might not have many top sights, but Carlson Center Event Arena and Fairbanks Community Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
South Fairbanks
When in South Fairbanks, you can plan a visit to Fort Wainwright and Fairbanks Ice Museum, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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, Fairbanks Community Museum and Chena River are top sights worth seeing.
Lemeta
While visiting Lemeta, you might make a stop by sights like Creamer's Field and Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary.
