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Fairbanks

Established by the discovery of gold by Felix Pedro in 1902, Fairbanks is located in the Tanana Valley of Alaska's interior. In the early 20th century, sternwheelers carried settlers and miners along the Chena and Tanana Rivers as they do for visitors today. The second-largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks is named the '''Golden Heart City'' for its historical and modern gold industries and for its central location. The city serves as the hub of the region known as Alaska's Interior. In the summer, visitors and residents alike enjoy nearly 24 hours of light daily. Visitors have many choices in Fairbanks. Experience Fairbanks' rich Gold Rush history via sternwheeler, or visit one of the region's many gold mines. The Arctic Circle and the Yukon River are just a short flight away.

Points of Interest

  • Arctic Circle
  • Riverboat Discovery
  • Trans-Alaska Pipeline
  • Gold Dredge # 8
  • Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
  • Chena Hot Springs & Ice Museum
  • Pioneer Park
  • Native Cultures

More about Fairbanks Points of Interest

  • Arctic Circle -

    The Arctic Circle, the region around the North Pole, includes the northern parts of Europe, Asia, and North America, and the Arctic and Subarctic regions of Alaska, Canada, Greenland and Iceland.

  • Riverboat Discovery -

    A cruise aboard an authentic sternwheeler riverboat along the Chena and Tanana Rivers offers a demonstration of a fish wheel, as well as insight into Athabascan Indian culture and the Iditarod.

  • Trans-Alaska Pipeline -

    The 800-mile-long Trans Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS) is one of the largest pipeline systems in the world, stretching from Prudhoe Bay to Valdez, the northernmost ice-free port in North America.

  • Gold Dredge # 8 -

    From a ride on the Tanana Valley Railroad into the gold fields of the Interior to a tour of the mining camp and gold panning, Alaska's mining history comes alive at the Gold Dredge #8.

  • Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum -

    The Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum features over 70 historically significant American automobiles and showcases the interesting heritage of the automobile during Alaska's post-Gold Rush era.

  • Chena Hot Springs & Ice Museum -

    Chena Hot Springs is a hot spring and year-round resort. On site is the Aurora Ice Museum considered the most artistic ice hotel in the world with an ice chandelier mimicking the northern lights.

  • Pioneer Park -

    This 44-acre theme park commemorates Alaska's pioneering history, and features several Alaska museums and historical displays, including an old Alaska riverboat and narrow gauge railroad.

  • Native Cultures -

    The native cultures of Alaska have had a significant impact on the state. Come learn about their rich history and take a closer look at their unique and extraordinary ways of life.

15 Excursions

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Fairbanks Highlight Adventure

4 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-200 4 A K - F A I - 2 0 0

Easy Activity

From $134.95

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Gold Dredge 8

3 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-300 4 A K - F A I - 3 0 0

Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity

From $79.95

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Chena Hot Springs & Ice Museum

5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-310 4 A K - F A I - 3 1 0

Easy Activity

From $219.95

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Aurora Borealis Viewing

4.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-325 4 A K - F A I - 3 2 5

Easy Activity

From $134.95

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Alaska Salmon Bake & Palace Theatre Revue

2.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-330 4 A K - F A I - 3 3 0

Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity

From $94.95

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Alaska Salmon Bake

1.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-331 4 A K - F A I - 3 3 1

Easy Activity

From $59.95

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Palace Theatre Revue

1.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-332 4 A K - F A I - 3 3 2

Easy Activity

From $44.95

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Midnight Sun ATV

5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-510 4 A K - F A I - 5 1 0

Moderate Activity

From $214.95

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Riverboat Discovery Cruise

3.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-600 4 A K - F A I - 6 0 0

Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity

From $99.95

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Gold Dredge 8 & Riverboat Discovery Combo

7.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-610 4 A K - F A I - 6 1 0

Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity

From $169.95

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Riverboat Discovery Cruise & Gold Dredge 8 Combo

7.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-611 4 A K - F A I - 6 1 1

Wheelchair Accessible, Easy Activity

From $169.95

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Journey Above the Arctic Circle

4.75 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-840 4 A K - F A I - 8 4 0

Moderate Activity

From $619.95

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Arctic Circle Air Adventure

6.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-845 4 A K - F A I - 8 4 5

Moderate Activity

From $589.95

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Arctic Circle Air Adventure

6.5 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-850 4 A K - F A I - 8 5 0

Moderate Activity

From $689.95

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Arctic Circle Air Adventure

6.25 hours | Fairbanks | 4AK-FAI-855 4 A K - F A I - 8 5 5

Moderate Activity

From $619.95

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