Fairbanks

Fairbanks, Alaska

Fairbanks, Alaska - The Golden Heart City

Fairbanks was named the Golden Heart City back in the goldrush days of the 1800’s. Today there is still “gold in them thar hills” but the Golden Heart City name best describes the incredibly friendly people of Fairbanks. The community of Fairbanks welcomes visitors to enjoy Alaska’s midnight sun and winter fun with them. Fairbanks is the gateway to Alaska’s Interior Region and Far North Region, and is Alaska’s second largest city.

Summer Activities in Fairbanks

Visitors to Fairbanks in the summer can share in the energy and activities of this land of the Midnight Sun. Fairbanks is a popular international summer destination, offering activities in the great outdoors such as sightseeing and wildlife viewing, riverboat cruises, panning for gold, and many more. There are great places to camp, hike and explore. Even with the sun up for 21 1/2 hours, you will run out of daylight before you run out of things to do. Fairbanks is located on the Chena River, and there are many fun river activities such as sightseeing on a sternwheel riverboat, canoeing, rafting, and more.

Winter Activities in Fairbanks

Visitors to Fairbanks in the winter can have a great time experiencing winter fun activities. The full range of winter activities is available in Fairbanks including dog sled tours and races, snowmachine tours, snow shoeing, ice skating, sledding, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, and other winter fun activities.

Things to Do in Fairbanks - Our Top Picks

• Chena Hot Springs Resort, Alaska’s most developed hot springs
• Riverboat cruise on the Chena River right through Fairbanks
• Aurora viewing, visible 243 nights a year around Fairbanks

Events in Fairbanks - Our Top Picks

• Yukon Quest International Dog Sled Race (February)
• World Ice Art Championships (February - March)

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Access: Fairbanks is easily accessed by airplane, rail or road.

Population: 30,970 in the City of Fairbanks, 87,560 including the Fairbanks North Star Borough and the City of North Pole.

Accommodations: There are approximately 3,300 rooms available in Fairbanks and the surrounding area.

After you’ve explored the articles on our site please take a look at the official website of the Fairbanks Convention and Visitors Bureau - go to www.ExploreFairbanks.com to learn more.