South Fairbanks
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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.
Things to do
1 Day Shared Tour Arctic Circle and Aurora Viewing in Alaska
Arctic Circle & Northern Lights Tour from Fairbanks
SkyChaseTM | Northern Lights Experience - Free Photography & More
Chena Hot Springs with Ice Museum Tour & Northern Lights
Aurora Viewing Lodge Tour with transportation from Fairbanks
Aurora Glass House – Northern Lights and Photos at Cleary Summit
Top hotels in South Fairbanks
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
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Nice clean rooms - whole lodge was beautiful
Reviewed on 1 Mar, 2026
Westmark Fairbanks Hotel & Conference Center
no hand soap, tv remote inoperable, but comforter is noisy when you move while sleeping, abrasive, coat hooks would be helpful, room was small,
Reviewed on 2 Mar, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Staff was great!
Reviewed on 25 Feb, 2026
Wedgewood Resort
Room is super spacious and extremely clean, staff was friendly and helpful. The airport shuttle is pretty convenient.
Reviewed on 1 Mar, 2026
Hyatt Place Fairbanks
Nice
Reviewed on 23 Feb, 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.
