College
Fairbanks
Popular places to visit
University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alaska-Fairbanks, during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Your best introduction to Alaska’s remarkable landscapes, wildlife, cultures and history can be found within the diverse exhibitions of this dynamic museum.
Georgeson Botanical Garden
Learn about the native sub-arctic plants of Alaska and see some of the state’s famously oversized vegetables in this fascinating horticultural sanctuary.
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.
Fairbanks Ice Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's 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.
Things to do
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Sled Dog Sampler Ride in Fairbanks
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Fairbanks Distillery and Craft Beer Pub Crawl
Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour with transportation from Fairbanks
College Hotel Deals
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
The rooms were great. The daily breakfast hit the spot every day. The aurora hut was great and warm. The reindeers were amazing and highly recommend checking them out!
Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Staff was great!
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
Sophie Station Suites
Staff was great and the room was very nice and kept up very well.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge
This did have basic service that you would expect with a 3 star hotel. We were a party of 6, with 3 rooms reserved for 3 nights. Granted, we were some of the last visitors for the season, just prior to closure, but I literally had to go begging coffee refills for the mornings, and the tea was not ...
Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025
Golden North Inn
The rooms are small but the staff is amazing. I’ve been staying here for years when it was the Wild West it’s not that anymore it’s super quite and clean upgraded tvs
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Fairbanks Extended Stay
Nice people
Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around College
Aurora
While Aurora isn't home to many top sights, Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westgate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westgate and surrounding area, you can visit Pioneer Park and Big Dipper Ice Arena.
Lemeta
If you're spending some time in Lemeta, Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field 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.
Downtown Fairbanks
While visiting Downtown Fairbanks, you might make a stop by sights like Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River.
South Fairbanks
While there might not be top attractions in South Fairbanks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fort Wainwright.
