Top 50 things to do and attractions in Fairbanks

We had a good time walking around the SS Nenana and the Harding Car. Very cool originals! We also enjoyed walking around and visiting the shops that were open - got a neat moose w/babies print at a shop (her original photography). Looks like they’re upgrading playground equipment for the kids. There’s also a very neat, older carousel. Got to also ride the little train twice around for a few bucks.

Original buildings rescued from around town were placed in this park along with a railcar and a steamboat. Local vendors sell local crafts, souvenirs and food. There is a museum that accepts donations. The other side of the park has rides suitable for young children. We enjoyed our visit.

Cute little park to take your family in Fairbanks. They have an amazing playground with a splash pad and swings. They have a old paddle boat you can take tours of, an art museum, lots of shopping and some wonderful food vendors. Would definitely go again.

Nice place to spend some time, venture through the past and learn a thing or to about the history. Old buildings are used as shops, which makes the place more lively. The entree is free, however some activities/places have a fee to partake/enter. Makes for a nice family fun day/afternoon.

Its a cute park that my friend and I visited. It has kind of old town architecture that makes it feel like old country times. The reason I gave 4 stars is because we rode the train but it broke down halfway into the ride so everyone that was on had to get off from a kinda steep hill. I didn't try to get a refund since it was only $3

It’s amazing! I’ll hand it to whoever must of thought to move all those houses years ago to save them. It great to see how each one is still being used in its own way. Loved it.

We were there at the end of the season so many of the attractions and shops were already closed. We did enjoy the shops that were open and walking around the grounds. We will visit again during the open season.

Informative and worth the cost of admission. So much to look at, learn, and so many interesting experiences to have. I highly recommend experiencing “The Place Where You Go To Listen”, if only for a couple of minutes. Additionally, if you catch it on the right day, you might also get a glimpse of Denali like we did. We didn’t know how lucky we were as we had just arrived in Alaska for the first time but there’s a fantastic vista very close to the parking lot. In addition to the natural history exhibits, there is a lot of art to see by Alaskan artists along with native exhibits and exploration artifacts and equipment. So much cool stuff to experience that really set the tone for our great Alaska adventure. Don’t miss it!

Museum itself is great, definitely worth the price of admission. I love the way the main exhibits are set out and how many topics are covered. If you're freaked out by taxidermy, be aware that there is a lot, but it's mostly well done and always tasteful. One star taken away because I had hoped to get lunch and had half a sandwich that was mid and overpriced even for your average museum cafe. But cafe aside, I had a great time here and especially loved all the pinniped carvings and masks 💖

An Absolute Must-See in Fairbanks! ​This museum is a true gem and an essential stop for anyone visiting or living in Fairbanks. The stunning architecture is the first thing you'll notice, and what's inside is just as impressive. It provides a fantastic look into the rich natural, cultural, and artistic history of Alaska.

We really enjoyed our visit to the Museum of the North. Great place to learn about Alaskan history!! We spent about 2-2.5 hours here but could have spent way longer if we wanted to look at the exhibits even more in depth! One thing to note is that parking is not free, we didn’t know that before visiting but it was only $4.50 or so for 3 hours so it’s not expensive at all.

It's a beautifully and tastefully made Museum amidst scenic area. They also play few short movies on Dinosaur Research and Aurora Borealis of Alaska. Ticket charges are 22 USD for foreigners. Houses massive whale and other Animal fossils. A small ruck store is there though expensive. May other unique preserves and history on the walls. Theres a very interestingly constructed Quite Room where some earthy sounds are played. A must visit while in Fairbanks.

A must see! Now I know where James Mitchner got a lot of material for his book, Alaska. Beautiful campus, even had a view of Denali, and mountain ranges. Check out the gardens too.

A big exhibit of Alaskan history. We enjoyed the morning exploring all the exhibits and art. Watched the Aurora movie too.

Our driver Joe was fantastic. Very informative on the history of Fairbanks as we drove around. Going through the museum Joe explained how the history of Alaska was formed. When his next tour was cancelled he gave us extra time to go shopping at the North Pole. I recommend this tour to anyone and please ask for Joe to be your guide.

Great in information center right on the river and near the antler Arch! Also a great Visitor Center if you need to pick up Flyers to learn about attractions in the area. Very well curated museum /cultural center.

This is a nice facility and it’s free to enter and watch some educational videos and walk the self guided tour of Alaska history and facts. Not very exciting but it’s worth an hour visit before you walk the downtown area. The staff is nice and informative. It’s right by “antler arch”, so you can see that as well. VictorB

Exhibits telling the story of Fairbanks, it's community past and present, and showcasing beautiful, meaningful art through the decades. A great little gift shop with true Alaskan souvenirs, too! Highly recommend for visitors!

Very nice welcome center. It's big. Walking trails around it. Lots of information pamphlets. Good place to find things to do around Fairbanks

Beautiful grounds outside, love all the mosiacs and flowers! Inside, a feeling of communion. Learned so much about the area: animals, history- both past and present, indigenous peoples' contributions and beliefs. Great video of Coal Creek mining. Looking forward to Fridays talk by the elders. Thank you! Rangers give helpful advice and the Alaskan Geographic gift shop is awesome! Cultural center is free!

This is a really nice museum experience. Lots of information here, lots of artifacts. And it's free, a true rarity nowadays.

Pleasantly surprised. This was so much more than we planned for. First person we met had authentic clothing she wore every day donated to her from a much older women (90’s)who was also a vintage cloths collector so they looked almost new. This is so much more than a car museum. Outfits to match period cars, pictures of the Alaskan experience with cars over the years.

An absolute gem of museum!! The layout, details about the vehicles, all the time period clothing, and pictures from the Alaskan history is incredible. If you are in Fairbanks this is A MUST SEE! Amazing that most of these vehicles are in full operation. Can’t wait till they are in the new location which should allow for more vehicles and some planes. Oh, and if you can’t tell, most of these vehicles are in perfect mint condition.

Phenomenal place! The volunteers were super knowledgeable (thanks Steven!) and both the cars and the antique attire were immaculately taken care of. Hope you get to see one or more of their cars in action (only 3 don’t get out and about). Recommend during your trip to Fairbanks!

The breadth and depth of this car and dress collection is amazing. Truly the best car collection I have ever seen. And it’s a living museum with all in working condition except three. You can spend your day seeing it all while in awe.

Really interesting restored and original cars, motorcycles and women's fashions to match. Informative signs. The only challenge is you want to read it all, it is so well done. A few videos spread around and old Alaska photos in the walls

My husband and I visited the Fountainhead Antique Automobile Museum while visiting Fairbanks. The Museum was so interesting because each of the amazing cars (late 1800s to Pre-World War II) was paired with beautiful vintage dresses along with their accessories. There was a story for each car and each dress. There are some archival videos to watch as well. We spoke with Docent Steven who gave us so many back stories about some of the cars. He is very knowledgeable and it was great chatting with him. We learned quite a lot. We highly recommend visiting the museum while in Fairbanks. There is something of interest for everyone!

Best auto museum ever!!! Just get tickets and enjoy!! It is well kept, the workers are very knowledgeable! They added dresses and accessories to match cars, with interesting facts about each and every car. We truly enjoyed this place!!! Don’t miss it, 1-2 hours easily spent

Beer here is rich in flavor. The establishment offers both indoor seating and an open-air area. The burgers are exceptional.

I loved the vibe at this place, super happening and the beer is great. I would give it 5 stars if it wasn’t for the no-dog policy plus not really kids friendly (see picture, kids ok as long as they don’t act like kids). Such a beautiful, big patio and it’s a brewery with food trucks, come on!!!

Out of all the breweries in downtown Fairbanks… this was by far #1. The beers and environment were above the others. Their communal outdoor area with fire pits is a nice touch. The food truck was good too!

Great beer, great company. Wonderful patio to spend the evening out on while enjoying a few brews and food from the featured food truck.

THE local hangout in Fairbanks; the cool place local Alaskans want to be for after work beer or to show off to visiting friends and family; the kind of “chill” place that is cool with the younger crowd but comfortable for the older crowd. Variety of food trucks visit to get your grub on and the beer is first rate. I don’t know if it would add or detract from HooDoos to have a full pub/tavern kitchen and paved parking lot, so I also don’t know if that’s what is missing…or perhaps it’s just right!

Loved the beer and food truck, but was disappointed at family friendliness. Was there with my grandkids and server made it a point to let us know "Kids need to be seated, no running around", even while outside. We had the only kids. Now I know why (visiting from SC). Would not recommend if family outing with kids.

I come to Fairbanks often for work and HooDoo is my favorite spot to drink. My favorite beer is their Octoberfest (seasonal) followed by Kolsch. They have a small indoor seating space and a large outdoor space to include several benches and a few fire pits. Their employees are friendly and the ambience is great! They have food trucks that rotate out on a daily basis. The one downfall is that they are brewery which, in Alaska, means that you can only order 36 oz. Per day. One great surprise is that their bathrooms are very clean and they have super soft toilet paper! The brewery is great during both summer and winter months.

I had straight A's in my upper division courses last semester over 99%. And I'm not allowed to take summer courses which I enrolled in and were supposed to start today because of some harassment by the Staff at Kodiak College. I reached out to ORCA through UAF and still have a hold on my account. Looks like I'm going to a different College. I'm going to have to take legal action. Don't trust UAF or Kodiak College, they don't care about their students not even the successful ones.

I really like this school! Alaska is a unique place and have always wanted to visit, but as Alaska's flagship school, UAF has many graduate-level programs I'm interested in! Fun fact, it's where students stand in front of the sign in summer clothes when it's minus 40 outside!

It's a good university with a great faculty and facilities 😊👍

They have a great Emergency Management Program and I love how involved the professors are with their students. They really want you to do well. The cost is reasonable. I have to take extra classes to graduate (as a transfer student) but no regrets here. Also, there is great scholarship opportunities here.

Good for the right programs, I guess. If engineering or the natural sciences are your jam, you might try this university, because that's where the money and attention are going. Excellent French program and some good art courses, but some of the programs feel weak or neglected, and overall the classes are extremely hit or miss. I've taken some truly underwhelming courses here and am looking forward to finishing my degree (not in engineering or natural sciences) someplace else. All that said, it's generally a friendly campus that attracts an interesting mix of people. While many of the older buildings are ugly, the campus itself can be really pretty, and the shuttle between the parking lots, upper campus, and lower campus is a welcome support in the cold dark of winter.

Not very amazing. The campus is built on a hill, so getting around is pretty grating, and everything is spaced out so dully. It's a bit of a pain to get everything set up, seeing as how you have to use not one--not two--not even three--but essentially four websites to get up and moving at this university. Fees are handled as a joke, too. For example: You didn't fill out some seminar that you might have, just possibly could have gotten a spam email about? Gotta pay $100 or you'll be dropped from all your classes with nothing but a day's notice. Tough luck, right? Don't even get me started on the controversies surrounding this place recently. Title IX is NOT held up here, and serious sexual assault issues never get properly resolved. Being completely honest, it's not very safe here. Despite the shortcomings, the overall atmosphere of UAF can be soothe at times, whenever you decide to sit down somewhere between classes, but as far as universities go, you're better off elsewhere. I'd suggest you absolutely use the Study Abroad support this place has if you get roped into being a student here.

UAF is my hometown university. I went to West Valley high school just down the road, and I never once thought that my time at UAF would be how it is.I absolutely love it! It's college, so you are in charge of yourself. If funding, advising, etc isn't simple, you have to work hard and continuously work to get it. I love my degree program (Wildlife Biology), and think it is very strong. I also got an amazing student job at Outdoor Adventures, leading people into Alaska's wilderness rafting, hiking, ice climbing, and more while getting paid! On top of that, I really enjoy our gym and recreation, and have played intramural hockey almost every year. I'm proud to be a Nanook. I have omitted 1 star because of small faculty issues I have faced, and the fact that I have not attended another university to compare to UAF.

Nice little picture opportunity. We didn’t get a chance, but the park/walkway along the river looked inviting. Certain antlers have the name of the donor etched in them.

Nice place to record a visit for a tourist and go for a walk

Pretty cool to see the antler arch. It is neat to see how big those creatures are in a safe manner! Lol.

Nice point of interest. Walking trails around the area.

Very picturesque spot for taking pictures. If you have time worth a stop.

This is such a unique arch, worth stopping by and seeing it in person when visiting Fairbanks! It is a shame to see some people signed/wrote on some antlers, but still a very awesome arch! The area itself is also very beautiful and nice to walk around and enjoy the views!

Nice place to show how fun the moose 🫎 antlers

The snow laced monument gives the statue some character. With the snowman pulling up the rear drawing its own appeal.

Nice little park with a fountain and a statue of an unknown first family of settlers that founded Fairbanks. Dotted with benches, a nice park to sit and contemplate the peaceful river that flows through the heart of the city. The fountain is surrounded by numerous plaques including one describing the Alaska pipeline, the route we were to start on the following day.

There are a few places to sit around a large monument. If you go down a set of stairs you get great views of a river.

It is the center of town but it's a little shady There are a few good restaurants and a couple of gift shops but not much else. They really need to clean it up. Unfortunately, there are many homeless and at times it can feel unsafe.

Great set up and pretty area however there were alot of homeless people hanging out and was a bit sketchy

Full of potential, the plaza surrounding the "Unknown First Family' statue seems to be abandoned and ignored by the city. With some updates and cleaning this could be a really impactful, educational space that honors the real founders of the area. Loved the first family statue, but it felt weird to honor the exploitation of minerals from the land in plaques beneath the statue. I'd recommend stopping if already downtown.

Nice place in the summer, love the events they have here in the summer and winter. We definitely enjoy the Midnight Sun Festival, Iditarod, and much more.

Absolutely amazing tour company. I did the Arctic circle southbound tour. Our guide Dan was the most knowledgeable and caring person ever. He is a real expert on everything arctic and shares his knowledge. From beginning to end this tour company set up expectations clearly. Absolutely recommended.

My friend and I took a tour with the Northern Alaska Tour Company a week prior to our trip, and they were able to accommodate it. We stopped at the Dalton Highway, Yukon River camp for lunch and dinner, the Arctic Circle tourist stop, Alaska Pipeline photo ops, and the cabin they own to see the Aurora Borealis. We were very lucky to be able to see the Borealis clear and bright that evening, and both drivers, Sabrena and Orin, were professional, courteous, informative, and more importantly, very safe drivers. We went in mid-March, where snow and black ice were still on the road, and they were very careful and communicative to everyone. This Arctic Circle and Aurora 18 hour long trip is highly recommended to everyone who wants to see the best of Fairbanks, Alaska!

We did the 3 day Arctic Ocean Adventure Southbound and this was a well planned tour. The pace was appropriate. The tour guide (Tim) was AMAZING 🤩. The accommodations were primitive but clean and all part of the experience. I thought the food was good and reasonably priced for where we were. I would 💯 recommend booking this tour!

I was really looking forward to the Arctic Circle Aurora Fly Drive Adventure tour, especially after seeing what others experienced on previous tours. The flight to Coldfoot was awesome! The pilot was friendly and professional. The van tour around Coldfoot and down to the Arctic circle sign was fun and informative, our guide, Layton, friendly and engaging. That's where the fun ended. Unceremoniously, we were transferred to the motor coach to continue our trip back to Fairbanks. The ride was rough. The coach was cramped. The coach sounded like it was going to fall apart as we made the journey down the road. We made no stops to see the pipeline up close or learn of its history or operation. We made no stops to explore and learn about the tundra and permafrost. We did stop to pick blueberries. Blueberries I can get at the grocery store. I didn't need to go blueberry picking. Our stop at the Yukon felt like an afterthought after the Yukon River Camp called the driver and told him to delay dinner arrival by 30 minutes. When we stopped to look for the Northern lights, our driver pointed up at a slightly luminous cloud and said "There They Are!" Uh, no, they aren't (picture included). He later admitted it was just a cloud and said he would stop in another location to look for the lights (none there either). We finally rolled into Fairbanks around 2:30am, and by the time we dropped everyone off at their hotels, it was 3:00 am by the time we got back to the office. TLDR version: 1st half of tour is great, second half is miserable. I wish I would have done the Air Adventure instead to avoid the drive down the Dalton Highway.

Summer flight to the arctic circle, was a very interesting and educational experience, we we landed in Coldfoot camp and a guide picked us up, drove us to Wiseman, AK Jack, a local gave a really interesting and educational talk and small tour, he is an encyclopedia of knowledge and very entertaining as well. Cool experience

Took two tours, recommend both highly. Homestead tour with Sarah was very organized, from all of the lights to help find our way safely in the dark, to the hot coco and apple cider. The tripods were especially helpful. Sarah worked very hard to make the experience meaningful even if the weather didn’t cooperate. The Denali tour with Don was fantastic. He is a wealth of information and his passion for the area is clear. On both tours we felt safe, the vans were well maintained and comfortable.

We did the Arctic ocean shuttle tour. The guide was entertaining and knowledgeable. Make sure that you’re on time so that you do not miss the shuttle. There was complementary coffee. The Arctic Ocean was great to finally get to. The only thing keeping this from being five stars is there’s nowhere to change clothes or get cleaned up after leaving the Arctic ocean unless you are booked with the hotel or at least a hotel in town. They do give a complementary towel but a little bit more is needed from swimming in the brackish water. Also, the tour company has access to get to the Arctic Ocean, where otherwise you might not be able to. We saw bear, Caribou, and lots of birds.

Can't miss this if you're in the area, absolutely a once in a lifetime experience. The sculptures are so creative and incredibly intricate, and the scale of them in person is breathtaking. Lots of fun mini games and sledding areas for kids too. Sled rentals are free!

The talent of these artists is unbelievable. I have never in my life seen such remarkable ice sculptures and so many in one place. It is well worth the cost of admission and enduring the freezing temperatures to marvel at this inspiring ice art. I recommend seeing them during the day and then coming back at night. Just make sure to get your hand stamped if you leave to come back. They also have a warm up area where you can purchase snacks and hot beverages at very reasonable prices. Highly recommend and must visit if you're in Fairbanks in the winter!

This is a fun family event. The multiple games and slide/sledding options are fantastic. I even saw adults on the slides. They provide sleds with no rental fee....just leave your driver's license. There is an area to warm up your body and get refreshments. My honest opinion is this established event is low key, friendly, and a great time. We went on a weekend day and week day evening with no crowds to speak of. I'm so happy to have experienced this World Ice Art Championship 2025.

I love it. We have visited it for the last 5 years. Every year, the sculptors do an even better job. There is always a most beautiful and more detailed sculpture than the previous year. It is a great place to visit with family. The slides are great for adults and kiddos. I had always visited during the first week of March when the temperatures started to raise, which helped the experience to be even more enjoyable.

This was our first visit in person we’ve hear about it from friends and seen pictures online but nothing beats seeing the craftsmanship first hand. The small attention to detail was incredible. When walking through the sculptures some pieces were completed while the artists worked on second pieces. Sometimes I had to remind myself they’re starting with large solid blocks and cutting away sections and then reusing those sections back into the sculptures. The event wasn’t just a walkthrough of sculptures being created but also an entire section where you can walk up to carvings and touches them, feeling the curves and edges. But not only that you some were interactive in ways of slides or common yards games like corn hole and put golf. We went during the daylight and returned for festivities lighted up at night. Just stunning and we’re planning on making a return before the competition is over. Just amazing work and well crafted designs.

The sculptures were amazing and there were way more of them than I expected. So much talent and detail went into each design. Definitely try to go during the day and at night to get the full experience. Your ticket is good all day, just get a hand stamp. Definitely worth a visit.

This place is absolutely unreal! This is hours and hours of entertainment, and 100% worth the money. When you first enter, there is a large open play area with a dozen or so large ice carved games to play like checkers, mini golf, ping-pong, ect. Everything except the golf balls is made of ice, and at night all of the ice in the entire park is illuminated in a rainbow of colored lights. They have an entire Alaska Airlines ice stage carved out - we weren’t there when it was being used, so not sure what they had going on with that. Beyond the games are the slides. Massive slides made entirely of ice, including the stairs. They offer free sleds to borrow if you leave your driver’s license with them and they have PLENTY. There were tons of people there and it never felt really crowded and we didn’t wait in any lines, really. There are several different slides set up in varying heights, and they can get FAST. You can also just slide on your bum, but the sleds are way better. These slides are not just for children - I think every single adult I saw going down had just as much fun as the kids, and some of them are really high! There are also ice carved creatures and chairs/structures that kiss and adults can sit on/in and take pictures. The outhouses have heaters in them, and they have an entire warming building with lots of seating and tables and basic snacks for purchase. The ice sculptures are behind all the “fun” stuff in the campground portion of the park. Highly recommend you go at night. It’s like walking through an enchanted forest! It’s hard to believe all of them are made of ice - they are so incredible they look fake! We also were able to watch and speak with one of the artists in action as they carved out some ducks on a log sculpture. I was really impressed with the youth competition section too! It felt like every time we turned around there was another sculpture we hadn’t seen! These truly are world class ice sculptures - the artists are from all over the world. There were so many! Plenty of free parking right in front of the park.

Lots of vendors (food and non-food), rides, political booths, product sales booths, etc. There are several areas with items people have brought for judging. Live acts and music at a couple of pavilions. Food is pretty pricey. It's really packed with people today since the sun is out and people are enjoying themselves. If handicapped, there is motorized cart rental, by the hour. It's a great place to see people you haven't seen in a while. Contests, music, booths, exhibits and more--if you can go, go. Photos courtesy of David Jones.

BEWARE : Unfair and arrogant treatment from an employee. (It gets BAD) A ride operator who I will describe as a relatively chubby man who is a ginger was operating the ride, “the Kraken” on Sunday august 3rd 2025. The line was long and it was around closing time so the man said he was going to do three more rides. Me, my friends and some other people behind us calculated that there was enough room all of us to get on the third ride. Here comes the bad part.(it gets worst by the way) There were numerous people cutting the line and we (as in everyone mentioned in the calculating part) noticed and called them out but the ride operator tells us that he can’t do anything about it (mind you this was during the loading where he could easily kick these cutters off.) and he was letting people skip from the back to the front of this line (most notably a man in a white shirt, sunglasses and grey pants just hops VERY obviously in the front and GETS ON.) but me and my friends counted and realized we had enough to get on this ride (first in line too) we were so happy and the people were too but after the operator has the ride going he has the audacity to tell us all NO MORE RIDES even though we only counted 2 rides. And he said “come back tomorrow” and we were all mad cause it was the last day, while his response is “your tickets are valid next year!” What about us with wrist bands? And then we all call out the cutters and he goes about the “I can’t do anything” and then we all leave because the ride was going to be shut down THE WORST PART IS HERE Around maybe 10-20 minutes later, me and my friends are sitting near the entrance of the fair and one of my friends are watching the kraken, then they start going crazy and tell us that the guy let the ride go on again after closing time too(this breaks rules of no more rides. He cut us off too? Just to let on people later?) I really hope something will be done about this employee, I do not look forward to coming back and seeing his face.

They had lots of food and drinks kiosks. A nice "marketplace". Well organized, entrance people were very nice and welcoming. All the activities are at extra fee. The mini zoo was a nice experience, the people working there were very nice and informative. I think some of the machines should be upgraded or given better maintenance. For example, we ride an "apple machine" (I can't remember the name), and it looks like it hasn't been cleaned in years. The inside walls, the entire thing. The caterpillar ride was too noisy, plus it felt like it was about to be broken. I didn't feel safe in it.

Ice carving festival 2019. Thank you Niki for taking mom around in the snow cat so she could see the sculptures. We got the Ice Princess Ttreatment. So nice. The warming tent was fun, warm, good gifts, nice food. I came back at night for a quick peek with the lights. I LOVED the slides, maze, and spinning cups for kids. More!

This is an amazing fair and everyone near Fairbanks should make a point to go every year. Nowhere else do you get the collection of local businesses as you do here. Come and support them and support your neighbors!

First fair in Alaska! It was great! Good food, lots to see and do. Although I don't ride the rides, they looked good and there were people in line at every one of them! It started to rain but that didn't deter the people.

The wonderful place has year-round use here in Fairbanks, whether its the big fair in Summer or World Ice Art competition in Winter as well as an lce park for both kids and adults to play (truly a sight to behold!), Tanana Valley State Fair has it all! They also have an on-site co-op preschool and many other events and attractions all year long. Keep up the great work, I look forward to visiting many times a year for many years to come.

We had a recommendation to check out The Cookie Jar from family who lives nearby and are very glad we did and will definitely come back if we visit Fairbanks again. Pricing was fair, the coffee was hot, and our server was attentive but not overbearing. I had a "stuffed Nolan's" which was one of their giant cinnamon rolls cut in half, stuffed with cream cheese, grilled, then topped with berry compote. I was a little worried it'd be too sweet but it was perfect. The sausage links were also really good. Thanks for a great breakfast!

5 star alert!!! Awesome Breakfast Spot! Visiting Fairbanks to hopefully see the Northern Lights and found the Gem of a restaurant. Our server L. Rainey was a delight and so nice they could get 5 stars from her alone. She was busy but ensured you felt that you were the only person in the restaurant. Ask for her if you go and feel at home. The food was amazing and the portions are hugh. The restaurant is small but full of life. The picture shows what all we had which you would consider a basic Breakfast but.... it is delicious. Give this place a try!! I wish I had enough time in to try the lunch and dinner..... maybe it's time to rearrange the schedule.

We visited fairbanks from Dallas, TX and were in need of a wholesome breakfast. The Cookie Jar was the perfect spot. Great service, real wholesome food, and the vibe was giving grandma's house. You have to grab a cookie or 7.

Everything you’ve read about Rainey the waitress is correct! We were fortunate enough to have her wait on us this morning and she is awesome! The breakfast was phenomenal as well. I had an omelette and I was definitely not shorted on sausage and bacon. The wheat bread is made in house and thick - like thicker than Texas toast. We also got two gigantic cinnamon rolls to go. We went on a Sunday morning around 8:00, no wait. When we left, the place was full.

This charming gem is not only really cute it has delicious breakfast and lunch items. We had an omelette and Nolan’s special stuffed cinnamon roll ! And the mushroom, sausage and mozerella quiche with fruit was great! I also had a delicious vanilla latte! Both were Devine! Our waitress was the best! We would eat here every day if we lived here!!

Food is nice but the serving is really huge so be careful on how much you are ordering. Cookies look so tempting I had to get some on the way out. Love the service fantastic, very attentive and well taken care off by the folks.

My husband and I met up with family to have dinner. There was a group of 10 of us including 3 children. They were able to quickly get a table set up for us outside. They provided crayons and coloring pages for the kids. We ordered the pepper jack cheese sticks and onion rings for appetizers. Both were very good. I ordered the meat loaf and my husband ordered the chicken fried prime rib. My meat loaf was good, but my husband's food was ah-mazing! I wish we lived closer! The rolls were also very delicious! Our server was great! She was very attentive and super nice and accommodating!

The service and staff were excellent but we didn't enjoy the food unfortunately. I ordered the specialty ribeye steak, but it was served without any Maillard reaction, meaning the Steak didn't taste like a steak and it didn't have a crust at all. It was similar to a Souse Vide steak that wasn't properly seared or an Oven prepared steak without searing, similar to reverse searing gone bad. The fish was cooked good and tasted good, but the apple sauce didn't feel as it belonged, it didn't connect with the fish. The calamrie just didn't taste good and we couldn't complete it at all

This is not an establishment we frequent, however we thought we would go on Friday night. In the past (a few years ago when we last went) we needed a reservation, we made a reservation for 4 people at 6:15 pm. To our surprise there were not very many people dining. We knew this was going to be an expensive dining experience. I wouldn't mind paying those high costs if the meal was outstanding, the service over the top and the atmosphere top notch. Which was not the case. The atmosphere- we were sat under a speaker playing obnoxious loud music. 4 of us larger people put at a small round table, (which had seen better days). We were behind the host stand (near the window) where all the young servers/hostess were "hanging out" munching on goldfish and having a good time. Way too many people on staff for the amount of customers in the restaurant. Our server was fine, older man who was working hard. I personally found the menu to be confusing. The portions to be small and completely over priced for what you get. I will enclose photos of our meals. The steaks were fillets, due to them running out of the one we ordered. We asked for medium... They were cooked medium well, but they ate them just fine. The beef tips were delicious, I would prefer my bread not be in the juice, on the side would be less soggy. The risotto was not as good as my previous experience, especially for the cost. The risotto cake under the steak was not a hit either. The side salad was a nice portion & quality. We did order cheesecake to go, because we heard it was amazing. Honestly Costco's taste better. It will be a long time before we try Lavelles again.

The food is delicious! And the service is outstanding. I had the Alaskan scallops, raw oysters and the beer battered Halibut. Each dish was prepared perfectly! I look forward to coming back here one day!

Really delicious cocktails, great service, and tasty food! Great spot downtown for a nicer meal. Huge selection of wine as well.

This is one of the most pleasant experiences I had in Fairbanks. I totally ran into this place and it was a great surprise. Everyone in this place perform their duties with excellence. The food was amazing and so the drinks. Service in general is 10+ I recommend you to stop by even just for a drink.

I highly recommend Lavelle’s, particularly if you’re staying at the Marriott Spring Hill. The service was great, with our server being very friendly. Even though it was quite busy when we visited, the salad and prime rib were served promptly. I have absolutely no complaints; my experience was thoroughly enjoyable. I look forward to returning to Lavelle’s if I ever visit Fairbanks again.

The restaurant is a part of Springhill Suites Hotel. I was thrilled by a vast number of menu choices. Halibut fish and chips is good choice. They cut in small pieces. Many good desserts, too. and as usual in Alaska, dishes are in huge portion

Wasn't too sure about this but my wife wanted to see it. So of course, we went. I had a really good time. There was a live demonstration of a man carving a picture into ice. After that, we went into a super cold room where there were ice sculptures. We got to pose with them and some we even sat on or in and took pics. There was even a ice slide that we got to go down. Super fast and fun. I would recommend this as something you don't usually get to experience. The people there were super polite and we had a great time.

very simple & basic, felt was overpriced. Don't know if there is specific times there is a demonstration but nothing going on & walked around the small area by myself. Not told there were coats to use to go into ice museum, would have been nice to let people know. Some sculptures looked old. Ice slide was only good thing. Not much in gift shop, person at desk did not have much to say

Look, you don’t need to go to the Louvre to have a good time. Does it rival Gaylord Palms Ice? Not really! But if you embrace the scrappiness of this place, it can be great fun for you and your friends. The museum used to be a theater, so you can see some of its history intact. There’s a few silly figurines for taking photos with, quite a lot of actually beautiful ice sculptures, and an absolutely bonkers sled ride. I’ll be honest, I wasn’t feeling great the day I came. But this museum if you go into it with the right attitude is absolutely worth it. The lights changing color on a timer, it’s almost more beautiful than the northern lights. Plus, you can’t beat the location. Steps from the river, Golden Heart Plaza, and the Crepery which serves an amazing selection. Definitely don’t skip this Fairbanks staple.

Such a fun experience! They did an ice sculpture presentation where the guy cut the sculpture in front of us which was the 3rd photo. They also have a really cool 50ft slide you can go down that’s all ice and man it was such an enjoyable experience! We also went to the little movie they put on and the Aurora Borealis slideshow was super fascinating to watch and see the history of Alaska.

Super affordable fun place for families in Fairbanks. A MUST SEE whe visiting. Stay for the Aurora film since this is the only way you are guaranteed to see the elusive beast. Be a kid again and EXPLORE all the fun interactive sculptures as well as a wicked cool SLIDE !!!

Fairly basic display for the cost. You have seen it all in 10 mins. However, it became more interesting once he did a display of ice carving… never expected to see an iron come out!

I was very disappointed in the quality of the ice sculptures They were very melted and worn out. It looks like they've been there since last March! Even though it was unique I wouldn't go back again. One time was enough.

Had a great time at this show. The performers were funny and some impromptu scenes which made the experience even funnier. Definitely worth seeing.

One of the highlights of our Alaskan trip!!! Amazing talent, hilarious and fun. 10 out of 10

Can’t believe we didn’t go sooner. It was actually great show. Plenty of comedy and history about Fairbanks. The adult humor that was also thrown in was great, lots of laughs. Thoroughly enjoyed!

Really fun show. All the performers were great and a fun look at the history of Fairbanks. Good time.

I absolutely adore the show, the set, and everything presented. It brought you back to the history in early 1900 with tears and laughters. What a brilliant performance! I definitely recommend.

Started off great with the piano player's childhood piano teacher being in the crowd. I highly recommend this show for anyone who doesn't take themselves too seriously. I laughed harder than I have in several years (probably didn't hurt that the woman in front of me was laughing so hard that she snorted). So funny!

Great show about Fairbanks. Excellent performances by cast. Highly recommend

If you are a tourist stop in here. The place is really nice and has great art to buy. Several artists own and operate the store.

Very fun place to poke and share with staff. Lots of fun things to see and discuss. Worthwhile.

An absolute must visit if you’re an art lover or you’re looking for a memento to take home with you showcasing local artists and local specialties. There is something here for everyone. From practical items to beautiful works of art of all different sizes.

Excellent service, excellent products. They go above and beyond to ensure your total satisfaction. Definitely recommend!

There is a small gallery called 2and st Gallery where there is a group of 4 owner and they each dedicate to do a different art. Very original and friendly. Vladimir art is based on the northern lights Kate art is based on animals Did not had the pleasure of meeting the rest of the artist but it will be until a next time.

Great art options here and staff are very friendly! Definitely recommend stopping by to check out.

Aesthetically pleasing art gallery with beautiful works of art and some very reasonably priced. Staff were friendly.

Great beer selection. You can customize a flight of beer to your liking. Plenty of seating, industrial, cool vibe. Definitely worth stopping by!

Awesome people slinging up wonderful home brews as a fair price. What is not to like. They have food too - but I did not have any of the options! Love it! We walked from downtown Fairbanks! VictorB

Great selection of stuff on tap and even some great NA options as well. Really delicious nitro stout and mimosa cider. Love all of the local art on the walls. There is Frozen Smoke BBQ spot on site and food trucks on some of the days when that is closed.

Loved the beer!, Quality brewery. Excellent service at the bar. Maddie was an excellent host. Helped us with our selections and was free to talk about her experience in Alaska. I'm sorry we missed the in house frozen smoke bar b que but an excellent food truck with some over "average" sized corn dogs and excellent fried mac and cheese. Worth checking out.

Came here after work with some coworkers and the beer was solid, the brisket was delicious, and the vibe was just right for winding down. The staff was amazing and had awesome suggestions. Can’t wait to come back, Lat 65 made a good first impression!

Nice spot, and the brewery looks amazing. Very well kept up and clean. Beers were good and clean without off flavors, but a tad on the sweeter side for my liking. Can recommend this place though!

Beer here is excellent, and the shop has a charming ambiance. There are many photographs of the aurora available for purchase.

This is my favorite brewery in Fairbanks! I appreciate all the variety of beers and cider on tap. Service is always top notch and it's a great place to hang out!

Awesome beers and incredible ciders. The bartenders are knowledgeable and offer great suggestions. Great vibe in general and lots of seating! They have rotating food trucks too!

Definitely quieter than the other breweries. Wife especially loved it due to all the ciders and sours on tap. Had two of their beers, an IPA and a stout. The stout definitely was something I’d go back for. Not much out of the ordinary and some snacks sold on site. Wasn’t a problem as we had dinner before coming in. Plenty of seating and friendly bartender.

Outstanding, prompt service. Great selection of beer. Aroma Dome IPA seemed popular (most people in line ordered this beer). Atmosphere was welcoming with both indoor and outside seating. Highly recommend.

My favorite brewery out of the other 2 I've tried! Love the atmosphere and the beers. I've also learned I like sours! The slush was a great surprise too.

New brewery, open about 3 months. Beers were... well... okay. But every new brewery has a learning curve. They have potential, and I’m sure will be pumping out great beers in no time. The food truck was a plus. And staff was extremely friendly.

Great new brewery. Limited beer selection to start, but their IPA is definitely the best in town! Looking forward to watching them expand and bring out new brews. Definitely worth stopping by, but heads up that parking can be limited during busy times.

A great congregation patterned to the first century New Testament church. Accapella singing, powerful Bible lessons and preaching. The Lord's supper observed every Lord's day. And these Christians absolutely love singing together!

This is a wonderful church. Everyone is so kind and goes out of their way to make you feel like family. We are military and have gone to many churches. Not one has ever given that special feeling this church gives. The preacher David gives great lessons. I have grown in my faith and desire to learn more about Christ since being here. It shows that the members truly try to show Christ love and try to help each other grow in Christ. I am very thankful God has brought us here.

Extremely loving and kind congregation. Always there for you and always reaching out. If you're looking for a church in fairbanks you definitely need to stop in. We are coming all the way from kentucky and it feels just like home 4000 miles away. Great bible based church we would love to see you in service.

Great congregation, family friendly and loving. Bible based on all they do and teach.

Great a capella singing. Preaching is biblical and the support of the congregation to those in need is overwhelming great.

Good group of loving people who love each other and esteem Gods Word .

Very friendly, welcoming and helpful congregation

For my perspective it's my heritage of my people of being an Alaskan native and it's a Olympics for native and eskimos so come by compete if you got the guts Haha jk it's really great awesome to be at of an events.

Great experience of the local Eskimo Indian Olympics and revealing of present and cultural history. Nice arts and crafts from the community.

Their schedule is not very good for participating in their events expect you to take time off of work to compete in their activities

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With a cheap entry fee and lots of Alaskan aviation history, it's hard to pass this place up. There's an interactive helicopter exhibit for aviation enthusiasts of all sizes. If you need a place to get away from the big crowds, make a stop here.

This is located in pioneer park. It is a smaller museum but does display some interesting exhibitions.

Great place to just walk around and view the scenery. When available you can see some of Alaskas History or visit the shops.

They had some really good exhibits- but they completely left Joe Crosson out- Joe Crosson and Gilliam found Eilsens wrecked plane in Siberia - Joe was known as the Mercy Pilot for his role in settling Alaska- leaving him out was a blatant move - and we were not happy- my husbands father, Lon Dean Crosson, was Joes first cousin- we came all the way from Atlanta to follow Joes time here- very disappointed!! Joe Crosson’s archive collection is the largest at the Rasmussen Library- you need to spend some time researching!

First, visitors to Fairbanks should note that this is a seasonal museum; closed during the winter. This is a pretty small museum, but it the space is crammed full of interesting exhibits that are a thrill to aviation fans like myself. It does a good job of telling the story of flying in Alaska.

Interesting small museum of Alaskan aviation history. Recommend for aviation enthusiasts

Very worthwhile to attend while you are at the park. All kinds of planes, helicopters, and history. I saw and was able to sit in a Huey helicopter which was used during the Vietnam war. Very sobering experience looking at all of the past sorts of air flight, including a Hoovercraft. Lots of time was well spent setting this up. I was totally amazed. It's costs 4 bucks per person after 5:00pm. I was there before 5:00pm, but still my wife and I left a donation.

Great place for a stroll. I enjoyed sitting on the benches and listening to the geese in the fields and the pond. Having been living in Las Vegas for the last 11 years it was great hearing geese again.

Although it was a little difficult to find with Google directions once there it is a very nice and well kept trails. In early September we only saw a handful of wildlife to include birds and squirrels. It was a very pleasant experience and would go again for the peace and views.

It's absolutely beautiful in the fall, and the 0.7 mile Taiga trail was very nice and had a variety of trees to see as well as the lake. I didn't see any animals but it was still worth the visit. There are a couple of trail entrances, but if you use Google maps look for the Taiga conference center and there is a trail to the right of it.

Go past the apartments and near the car museum. Nice easy trail to do a run or walk around late. Very calm and serene. There are several lookout points to stop and enjoy mostly birds, ducks, or swans. The chances of seeing a moose are very slim. There are also a lot of interesting fungi that grow here. In the middle of the hustle and bustle, it’s calm and quiet.(here and there you will hear an airplane land as you are close to the airport.)

Wonderful path, clearly marked, beautiful trees. Saw a trumpet swan, some ducks & squirrels.

We enjoyed the Wander Lake Trail here which is about a 1.4 mile loop. It is really easy to access from behind the auto museum. It was a really beautiful and peaceful walk. So much so that we took a second loop, and then came back again a couple of days later. There's great informational signs along the way. There is an option along the trail near the end where you can take it over to Creamer's field.

This place was really beautiful. I came here for a little afternoon hike and it's a quick and easy loop that you can do multiple times for a great workout. Some good spots along the way to stop and take in the scenery like benches , decks and even a cool blind. I can't wait to come back in the spring and walk around here again

Luckily, we came across the community museum on the last day of our visit in Fairbanks. What a find! Besides interesting local history of Fairbanks, there was a terrific exhibit of mushing. Lots of information about the history (sleds, men AND women mushers) of the Iditarod and the Yukon Quest. Many different kinds of sleds were exhibited and extremely interesting. We came across the museum by accident and were so glad we took the time to enjoy. It was very interesting and informative. Luckily, we came across the community museum on the last day of our visit in Fairbanks. What a find! Besides interesting local history of Fairbanks, there was a terrific exhibit of mushing. Lots of information about the history (sleds, men AND women mushers) of the Iditarod and the Yukon Quest. Many different kinds of sleds were exhibited and extremely interesting. We came across the museum by accident and were so glad we took the time to enjoy. It was very interesting and informative.

Absolute must visit if you’re interested in learning about Alaska/Fairbanks origins. They also include a special dog mushing museum to showcase original dog sled carts. The museum isn’t very large but it’s absolutely packed with artifacts and detailed information.

We missed the sandwich board sign and had to backtrack to find the museum since it is tucked upstairs in a multi-use building and doesn't have any other signage. The dog mushing exhibit is very informative, as is the history of Fairbanks and the gold rush. Can't beat the price. 😁

Great community museum dedicated mostly to dogsledding but with a few other items on display. Free entry and well worth a walkthrough.

Although the museum’s setting is nothing fancy, I was impressed by the content. I liked the display about Togo the dog, the exhibit about the 1967 Fairbanks flood, the story of Irene, the “queen of Fairbanks,” and more—including the original newspaper cuttings of coverage on the 1964 Great Earthquake and the 1989 Valdez oil spill.

Awesome free museum that tells you all about the rich history of dog sledding, they have silent auctions where we’re I was able to win a Victorian photo album. The staff is super nice and helpful and truly care able the history they are keeping alive, I definitely recommend this stop if you’re in Fairbanks, can’t beat free, but leave a tip for these beautiful people if you can.

Small shops of handmade stuffs. Great place to shop for small handmade gifts for family and friends. Local people run these shops. They have few musium and free entry. If wants to gain some local knowledge, swing by this place.

Tons of stuff to buy for any occasion! Great food too! Everything from plants to soaps to blacksmith made products. Always a great and interesting place to go!

A must stop if you are passing through during a market. Fresh local foods, produce, crafts.

Love going to the market!!! They always have the best stuff!

This is the place to be and be seen:-). Great people watching with down home folks and their goods. interesting booths that included fungi, and other local grown and hand made goods. Foods of many nationalities.

I enjoyed strolling around the market to buy some fresh produce, honey, mushrooms, .. arts and crafts. The aroma from international food vendors made me so hungry. There are shady and picnic areas.

This is a hidden gem in Fairbanks. Open on Wednesdays and Saturdays, plan some time to go here. The vendors have an excellent selection. Everything is handmade/homemade. At first glance it may not look like much, but it's one of the best Farmers Markets I've ever been to from across the nation.

Love all the farmers and crafty vendors. Everyone is nice and friendly and talented. I love the vegetables, fresh flowers, pottery, jewelry and art.

Top dive bar in downtown Fairbanks. Google brought me here as i was in the mood for a night cap. The basement level bar has pool tables & darts-cash only! The upstairs bar is chill & you may pay by card. Logan is the best local bartender i've met in FBX. He is personable & engaging with patrons. He made a fantastic Blood Orange Old Fashioned, which are rare to come by at bars. Be frank with your taste profile & they can customize to make it work. Cozy & laid back atmosphere. The interiors & decor give an old timey & industrial vibe. As a visitor from out of state, i felt instantly welcomed! They play great music: mostly classic rock & some country. 💎🍸🫶

Very cool dive bar that most of the locals go to. All of the bartenders are unique and full of great stories to listen to. Its not too loud so if you want to go catch with a friend, or play some pool, you will have the privacy you need. The two level portion is cool as well, however the upper portion closes around 10PM while the lower portion stays open until 2PM or so.

Every time I venture into the mine i leave happy. It's a great little bar that really double downs on its mine theme and makes good use of the space. Offers foosball, pool, and darts. Also has a large outdoor area and upstairs bar with plenty of beer and cocktails. The bar staff upstairs Zoe is super friendly.

What a great local bar. Cocktails were great, the puppy’s saying hi to everyone was awesome especially Gamit! Met the owner and he showed us a few of the neat features of the bar.

Wow, what a great place to hang out and make new friends! Great service and a great facility! Pool, darts, music and a big deck out back to hang out on and have a quick smoke. Bartenders were kickass individuals that produced alcoholic concoctions quickly. If you ever go thru Fairbanks stop in and stay awhile!

Music was great but service was not good at all. Took a seat at the bar for my friend’s 21st birthday and was trying to help her decide what to drink. The bartender Jen was rude and became impatient and then decided to purposefully ignore us for the remainder of our time when trying to order. We decided to just leave and definitely won’t come back.

Very cool spot with hands down awesome bartenders. Was a perfect place to wind down for the night to have some cocktails

Beautiful lights! I really liked how they had the names of different countries worldwide. I didn't give it 5 stars because the lights on many of the countries were off/dead, but definitely great to go see while listening to christmas music. We were able to go around more than once and that was nice because we took pictures and retook the ones that didn't turn out good on the first drive.

Overall it was ok. It was a long drive through the park which was nice and lots of lights most of which synced up with Christmas music. One area was so slick many people couldn't get up an incline and needed to be pushed up. Lots of lights weren't lit up, many lights covered with snow. It was strange as there were many abandoned vehicles, planes and out buildings with lights that appeared to be just thrown on. The kids enjoyed it though.

We enjoyed the music and Dancing Christmas Lights. Definitely made our holiday more merry and Bright. Well worth the $20 entrance fee🎄😊

It’s a nice park for both kids and adults to do a lot of activities. We visited during the day time and it was snowing so couldn’t enjoy much as the lights were also not on. So I would suggest to plan to visit this after the lights are on around sunset so you get to see the structures with and without lights. There are big slides and lots of ice curved structures which are amazingly done.

Definitely recommend this place if you're in town during the winter. Lots of interesting ice sculptures made by folks from all over the world. Worth checking out during the day and at night. Ticket is fairly inexpensive.

Spent an hour and a half here with 3 adults and 4 children age 4 and under. We were the only ones there during the day. They weren't done yet, so we saw multiple artists working on sculptures, but they had about 15 ice slides already done that we enjoyed. The kids loved all the fun slides. Wished we had brought or bought a sled. The largest slide on the hill had snow on it, so our slides down weren't as fast as they could be. Some of the smaller slides were surprisingly decently fast for a kiddie slide. Cool ice sculptures. Staff members were very friendly and let us test out a new sled for free, but I would look for a sled that minimizes your contact with the ice. Friction from snowpants, boots and coats slows down your slide speed.

There are a bunch of great slides for the kids! We're having fun, for sure.

This spot offers beautiful views. It's just down the street from the Museum of the North on the University of Alaska's campus. There is a pull off area, but there are no parking spots because it is a bus stop. If you are quick about it you can pull in, jump out and take a photo. Otherwise you can (pay to) park at the museum and walk down the hill.

This overlook is inside of the University of Alaska campus. Since it was minus 25 degree so there weren't anybody crazy enough to fight us for parking or the photo spot. But I could imagine this overlook will get busy during cruiseship season. Even though it was a sunny day, we were not able to see the top of Denali but the scenery is still pretty. This is one place that's worth to drop by but no need to stay for a long time.

Best area to see Mt. Denali and its neighboring mountains for free. You might need a good set of binaculars. We saw several youths doing tiktok videos in the area due to its scenic views.

For those wondering, Denali is barely visible from this lookout due to a nearby hill blocking the view. You can only see the top of Denali on a clear day, but binoculars would help. If you go to NE Fairbanks, the sight line is unobstructed. For example, taking HWY 2 southbound into FBX will give you a perfect view of all Denali, provided it's clear enough.

The overlook is nearby the Museum of the North, so a short walk from the museum while parking the car in the museum parking might be easiest. Visitors can see both Fairbanks city view and multiple mountains from this outlook.

On a really clear day you can see Denali and the Alaska Range. Some buildings impact photo opportunities.

Beautiful view. It's basically a pull in lookout point

Enjoyable stroll along the river.

Beautiful! Great place to take the family!

I liked it, nice walk in the evenings in the summer, the smell of the flowers and the wildlife on the river, boats on their rides other walkers and bike riders.

Beautiful place

A Fairbanks GEM! So happy we found this place. The food is unlike anything we've had in Alaska thus far and is genuinely authentic and delicious. Appreciate that it's open slightly later than other restaurants so we were able to enjoy a later dinner. Rico is an outstanding host. He made us feel welcome from the very moment we arrived. Highly recommend giving this place a try. Both the pork Lechon and the Bistec Cubano were fantastic- so juicy and full of flavor!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ “Jazz Bistro on 4th is an incredible place to enjoy live jazz music and delicious food in a cozy and elegant atmosphere. I recommend coming with plenty of time and a good appetite, because all the dishes are made fresh with organic ingredients, nothing is pre-made. This means the wait is absolutely worth it, as you can truly taste the quality and care in every plate. The staff is attentive and welcoming, and the live music makes the entire experience unforgettable. Perfect for a special night out, whether with friends or as a romantic evening. A must-visit for anyone who loves live music, fresh food, and memorable experiences.” The following dishes were: fresh guava juice, fresh bread, shrimp cocktail, lomo de puerco, pollo a la crema, pasta shrimp, and flan. Thank you for everything Rico and Lenora, you made us feel at home.

The food here is amazing. Everything we tried had great flavor. The salmon and the lechon were great, highly recommended. Our first time here and this will be our regular spot everytime we come to visit Fairbanks. Staff is very friendly and very nice atmosphere. Highly recommend trying this place.

Absolutely incredible dining experience! Visiting from NY as I achieved landing in my 50th and final US state. I'm glad we came through this hidden gem in Fairbanks. It's no wonder it's been endorsed by Guy Fieri and the Food Network. Rico is the best! It was a pleasure to meet him and receive his fantastic service and chef excellence. As you can see, this Cuban-style salmon was absolutely delicious, probably, the best I've ever had. Highly recommend!

We had a wonderful dinner at Jazz Bistro on 4th. The atmosphere strikes a perfect balance—casual yet with a touch of upscale charm. We ordered the organic vegetable pasta and the halibut with rice, both of which were fresh and delicious. The owner really made the experience memorable—he was warm, personable, and shared great stories and recommendations that added to the evening. The wine selection was excellent, and ending the night with a smooth cafecito was the perfect touch. Highly recommend this spot for both food and vibe!

Perfect night out with the person you love. Stellar food, service, and ambiance as well as Chef Ricos incredible ability to connect with his patrons in a very intimidate setting. Chef has curated a real gem in our small town that truly stands out. A must try!

This place is amazing! Hubby took me here for my birthday and I can say he did good picking this place. The owner was very welcoming, friendly and makes you feel very comfortable. The food is delicious from the appetizer, the meal is mouth watering very single bite. We had Tapas, Spicy shrimp, and Salmon Cuban style the sauce was so creamy and rich. The non- alcoholic mango breeze was refreshing. The flavors like my Mom would call it oh lala which means it was very good. As a travel agent at Beyond Blessed Travels, I explore restaurants to recommend to my clients when visiting Alaska. If you have not been to this restaurant I highly recommend you go and try it out.

Greatest Barbecue in the world. I have never had ribs as good as these. Best barbecue in Alaska by a mile. The ribs had a crispy crust and a juicy interior with delicious sauce. Texas toast was a hit too. Brownie sundae is big enough to split and only $10. Food comes out fast. Service was great, everyone was really nice. This is the only restaurant that I go to on a regular basis because of how great it is. Tuesday is rib night, I’ll see you there.

It’s a very large space so we got a table quickly. The waitress was very nice and provided great, fast service! She was very attentive to us and the tables around us. The menu has a lot of options to choose from, and she let us know off the bat what wasn’t available. We got a pulled pork sandwich, wings, and some corn bread. It was all very tasty and hit the spot. The Mac n cheese was our least favorite, but nonetheless is was good. We definitely would have gone back if we were in town longer.

We are visiting from Tampa and have had BBQ all over America so when we saw that Guy Fieri said this place is on point we decided to check it out! He was right! Our favorite was the brisket, sausage, pulled pork and ribs! Even the baked beans were done right. The chicken was a little dry but the turkey was surprisingly good too. The service was awesome! Very attentive, sweet and quick service! Loved the bar area too. Overall it was a good place to stop by and hang out before we went back home.

Really good food. Service was a little slow but they got slammed with a few tour busses at the same time. Once she took our order, she was attentive. Brisket was good as well as the pork and sausage. Try the combo sandwich to get all three

The brisket is some of the best I've had, but not the best. However, bbq in Alaska can't be choosey. I once heard someone say that the sides make the bbq joint and if that is the case then this one is top notch. Best baked beans I've ever had. Second best collards I've ever had. Service was great. Brisket came out cold and we casually mentioned it and she jumped into action and replaced it with some large hot pieces. So much food that I took half of it with me.

Surprisingly quick service. Great food. REAL Southern Sweet Tea. Good prices. Authentic tasting BBQ. I had Texas Chresesteak & collard greens. Each was better than the other. I will return here.

While traveling alone in Fairbanks area on Thanksgiving I was advised by a local to go there for a Thanksgiving dinner since all the places were completely booked. The dinner was FREE of charge as a part of giving in to the Fairbanks community! Was so nice to seat at the same table with locals and visitors alike. The thanksgiving spirit at its finest! Will visit again when have a chance for sure! Good job guys!

The place opens at 5pm. We spent some time exploring Pioneer Park before heading here to eat. Great selection of food and beverages. Both outdoor and indoor seating areas are available. I ordered fire grilled salmon with cauliflower rice. Lots of rice but the size of the salmon was a bit small given the price, in my opinion. It was flavorful, though. We went on a 80F day. Indoor seating had no AC. It was very hot but cold drinks helped!

Outdoorcsalmon bake. Salad bar had great tasting sides. I enjoyed the salmon, fried cod, and prime rib. Had some mixed reviews from others in out party.

When you go to a seafood restaurant, you expect the fish to be the star of the show. Sadly, ours didn’t even make it past the audition. The salmon was so overcooked it could’ve been repurposed as a hockey puck, and the halibut? Let’s just say it was dry enough to qualify as a desert exhibit. The sides were so unseasoned, I started wondering if the chef had taken a vow against spices. Honestly, the only thing saving this meal from complete disaster was the prime rib egg rolls—those were the Beyoncé of the night while the seafood played backup vocals from a mile away. If you’re going for seafood, you might want to bring your own seasoning and a gallon of sauce. But hey, if you like prime rib egg rolls, you’re in luck—they’re the real catch here.

We were not expecting this to be on the park but it turned out to be great. The line moved quickly. There was seating in the dining room. The music level was fine for eating, it is only loud at the doorway. Surprisingly the salmon was very good

2025 This place is a lot more than the Pit-baked, fresh, delicious salmon. This place is a museum, it is a small park with lots of walking space to hang out, antique machines, and indoor and ourdoor eatry. Back to salmon: I have seen Salmon in lower 48 States, this salmon is the real deal. Simply fresh, pit-baked with love and care, juicy, flaky, and yummy. I thought I couldnt finish one steak, I ended up going for another one. You have to try it for yourself. For dessert, I tried the blueberry short cake. I thought I will try a spoon or two, I finished the whole thing. Delicious. Enjoy few pictures and a video with smiling staff and pit expert. Highly Highly Highly Recomended !!! 2023 Awesome experience. The best Salmon i had. Fresh no doubt, you dont find this kind of Salmon in Indiana. Sorry my plate do not much because i eat it all. I had grilled Salmon. Must try is fried potatoes.

This was an excellent experience, set in a super interesting setting with all the mining exhibits. You are treated to the smoky aroma of the wood fire cooking the food. Food was delicious. Prime rib and nice selection of fish. Of course the wife had to try the crab legs. Yum. Beer and wine drinks, the ladies had a wonderful pitcher of sangria. I drank both of the IPAs. Highly recommended

We are from Edmonton, Alberta Canada and our Alaskan friends took us to The Alaska Salmon Bake. What a great spot !! We found a shaded table and spent almost 2 hours dining. We started with appetizers, prime rib egg rolls, which were almost a meal by themselves. The deep fried mozzarella was also delicious. I had salmon, cooked to perfection and my husband enjoyed the prime rib. Desserts are available, we had chocolate mousse and of course some wine. We would highly recommend for a family/friend get together.

Traditional & cozy Thai eatery. Stopped by on a Friday night & was met with an energetic & lively crowd. Place was packed. Small team but all were so friendly, welcoming, & efficient. Ordered the Pad See Ew & Crispy Tofu appetizer. I liked the appetizer but it seems a bit overpriced. The Pad See Ew was good, but the dish was too sweet & the noodles were cut in smaller pieces. It'd be better if the noodles were kept in it's original longer shape. Overall, decent place for Thai cuisine.

Lovely service, I didn't have to wait for a table for much longer than a minute or two. Packed house, plenty of happy guests! The Thai tea here is fantastic. I've had experiences at other places where the tea is watered down, but this was not the case here! The chicken satay was a little pricey at 15 dollars for the 4 pieces, but the quality made up for it! Would definitely take someone for a date night here or for a family outing.

Thai house has been my favorite Thai restaurant for over 25 years! Every time I come back home to Fairbanks I have to stop in and get some Green Curry, Thai Iced Tea and Spring Rolls. My mom and kids came this trip and we enjoyed Pad Sweet Pea, Nuer Yang (Bbq beef), and Thai noodle soup as well

The place has great food. But needs some help with maintenance. Roof was leaking , not funny. Staff was kind. Fast service for such a busy place.

Ordered the beef prik sod to go. It came with rice and a choice of “hot or spicy” seasoning. I picked “hot” and it still had a kick. Would recommend.

We ordered curry which does not meet our expectations. BBQ pork is not soft to eat. Pad Thai is good and not sour. The service is good though we’re in another hidden area but it takes time to get service.

Food was delicious and filling. Service was excellent. My glass of water was filled to the brim several times. Received food quickly.

The atmosphere and workers were great. Got a tuna salad sandwich for $16 and I couldn't taste the tuna because there was hardly any on it. I understand things are more expensive here, but it just seemed like a lot for bread, a slice of tomato,leaf of lettuce and smear of tuna salad.

The Fudge Pot might have changed hands, but they haven't missed a beet. 🤣 The pasta salad had so many wonderfully delicious surprises. The BLT was loaded with crispy bacon. Walking into this beautifully lit, local treasure is refreshing and inviting. This is a must try while shopping in downtown Fairbanks

Sandwiches were ok, smoothie was good, but I was not warned that the Mexican Fudge included Cayenne pepper. I cant have cayenne pepper, so after 1 bite and realizing this, I walked back to the 5 20-somethings standing around, and asked if I could return it, knowing they would have to throw it away. They threw it away, but offered no refund or other piece of fudge, even after I asked. They did not warn me about the cayenne, so I did expect something. Most businesses would cut an old lady some slack, since every other Mexican chocolate I’ve eaten has only had cinnamon. So, I don’t recommend the service here.

Great shop that is run by highly motivated special needs adults. Thier smiles to make you happy was priceless. The soup, sandwiches and fudge were top notch. Very clean and reasonably priced. Just remember to allow patients in your timeline. They are working as diligently as they can. Highly recommend this in your stop. Support local businesses and programs

I LOVE THE ESPRESSO SHAKE FROM FUDGE POT! The best coffee shake I’ve had in my life so far, thick and creamy and coffee-ey! So good! Their sandwiches are great too! Great cafe for a nice lunch or brunch! Such a lovely treat! They also have delicious fudge and caramel apples! Will definitely keep going back here!

This is my go to place every time I come home to visit! The atmosphere, people, fudge and food are amazing:) Thank you for a great experience with yummy food. See you soon :)

Strolling downtown Fairbanks, and I had to stop here. Fudge is one of my favorite desserts, and the selection here was amazing! Combinations and flavors of fudge I'd never seen or tasted before. They allow you to sample, and there are tons of options- not only fudge, but several other things chocolate. I couldn't decide on one, so I grabbed a box with a few different flavors. This place is a MUST, when just strolling around downtown!

Hot Licks is a cute ice cream stand with a strong variety of homemade flavors. My wife and I tried 4 different flavors that were all enjoyable. The price was reasonable and service was lackluster in the excitement department but otherwise fine. It did strangely seem to take a little while for my wife's 2 scoop order but who knows. The setting is nice with lots of outside seating which is greatly appreciated. I think it's ice cream and if you enjoy ice cream you'll be pleased. Enjoy!

Go expecting a wait and sticker shock! Overall I would not return. I ordered 4 shakes and 1 small cone. They had two shakes fairly fast then proceeded to give others that ordered after me their ice cream and drinks. I finally had to ask were the rest of my order was and was told its on the way. The two shakes where about gone by the time my others came out. Also as you can see in the picture i ordered two drinks of the same kind, size and price yet the are actually different size cups. $61 without tip for four shakes and 1 small cone. I only gave 2 stars as the shakes were actually good.

We were in the area and looking for some unique good ice cream. Saw this place and decided to give it a try. I ordered the Aurora sundae, my husband ordered the gingersnap ice cream and then we tried a small blueberry. The aurora sundae was good, just vanilla ice cream though. The gingersnap ice cream was okay it did not have much ginger flavor and would be better if it had pieces of candied ginger. The blueberry was good. It had a weird texture like it may have a different base than the other flavors we tried.

While the ice cream was delicious, I would beware of the drinks. One member from our group purchased a Shirley Temple, which tasted like pure syrup. When we asked to remake it, they refused. She simply asked to dump some of it out and refill with sprite or what not, but was declined. 5 scoops of cherry syrup is simply too much, and the service was a disappointment.

Sadly the quality fell way off in 2025, in every way. The ice cream is mediocre at best, extraordinarily expensive, the selection is a third what it used to be, and the customer service is dull. I will have a hard time supporting this once-beloved local shop unless some drastic changes are made.

First ice cream shop I've ever been to where you order and then wait for 35 minutes for a scoop of ice cream ! We wait in line to order and when we get to the window we find out that they only offer 5 or 6 very generic flavors so I ask for chocolate, which they proceed to tell me they ran out of. We wait off to the side and wait for them to call our number. We would only hear a number called every 5 minutes or so. Close to 40 minutes after ordering, my daughter checked on the ice cream and was handed melted ice cream and was told it was our fault because we didn't come to the window when our number was called. I stepped in and asked how they could possibly hand out melted ice cream and be rude about it. One of the girls admitted that she never told us where to stand while we waited for the order. Plus the ice cream was NOT good and it was very overpriced !! Worst experience ever !! Don't go there !!! Learn to hand out a scoop right when the customer orders like every other ice cream shop in the world !!!

I haven’t been back in over 13 years. Came back to the best . Great ice cream!

Went to Hoarfrost with our awesome guide, Lindsay, and had a blast! My husband and I tried a flight of their vodka and so glad we did. I fell in love with their Spruce Tip vodka and purchased 3 bottles & Tonic to bring back home with us. It was absolutely one of the best vodkas I’ve ever tried. The tasting room is so pretty, clean, with lovely local art work on the walls. Lois was wonderful in explaining all the different types of vodka and the ingredients. It was a great time and we hope to visit again! Thank you!

Very nice little place. Their selection is unique and enticing, and I like their aesthetic. Our group got a Spruce Tip Tonic Rhubarb Pie And a Hot Toddy. The Spruce had an impressive Spruce flavor which didn't overpower. They were all tasty.

The drinks were delicious and we had a lovely time until we had to interact with the woman who seemed to be running the place. She could definitely find a nicer way to interact with customers, which unfortunately changed the tune to our entire experience here. Her terseness was enough to not go back.

We had such a wonderful time at this family owned distillery and tasting room. The owners and staff were so welcoming and attentive to make our experience the best that it could be. They went out of their way to offer multiple tasters of their product and infusions. The description of their unique specialty drinks will make your mouth water they sounds so good. Everything was delicious and unique! And of course it would be - fresh and organic local ingredients are used like the black or red currants in season right now. It was such a neat experience to take the tour of the facilities as well to get a further in depth understanding and a visual of the vodka making process. I personally learned a lot and had a fantastic time socializing!

Natlya was amazing! We have never been to a vodka tasting and she helped us every step of the way. Didn’t know we were vodka fans, and we are now! So good. She even gave us some yummy snacks to break up the favors between. Highly recommend!

Awesome distiller! Great host! The flight is a must! When you buy bottles you are given cocktail recipes! Will be back!

My girlfriend and I had a great experience! I ordered a Hot Toddy, she ordered a Raspberry Martini, and we shared a flight to taste. The presentation of drinks were high-caliber. The atmosphere is cozy, the brand aesthetic is elegant, and the customer service was superb. Natalya walked us through the best choices for what we were looking to taste. From our conversation, we learned her husband is a chemist. It's good to see competent and passionate people working on their craft to bring the world excellent products. I wish them the best of luck and hope to see their establishment grow.

Really awesome museum offering free admission for rail and train lovers. I do wish they had better posted hours as it was closed when I went on a Thursday afternoon. Taking a peek through the doors seems to offer a variety of train full size as well as smaller memorabilia.

Guy working was a pleasure chatting with, train ride was closed but enjoy the small workshop.

Great place to know the history of the Railroads of the area. Gary was very informative about the museum and explained me so much. it was an interesting story to hear how the train head in the museum was shipped from Petersburg, Pennsylvania to St Michael, Alaska all around North and South America back in 1899 because there was no Panama canal and then on a Paddlewheel boat to Chena. Gary you are the best Thank you

This place is amazing! The work they do for the engine they have restored is exceptional! They are all volunteers and they donate hours of their own time and of their own money to be able to continue their efforts. They are always looking for volunteers! When they run their locomotive it is one of a kind!

Great museum to visit what's the information Tanana Valley Railroad great people to talk with can't wait for summer time Memorial Day to run the steam locomotive

Curator was very kind.

The park and museum are open from noon to 8 p.m. daily between Memorial Day and Labor Day.

It was AMAZING. We were there for ALL elementary runners race! They had plenty of people directing traffic for parking.

Fantastic outdoor recreational lighted trail system; xc skiing, snowshoeing (6+ months a year). Mountain biking, hiking, running, frisbee golf (4+ months a year). Large indoor banquet hall w/ kitchen available for rent.

Visited for the hiking trails in June, wish I could see this place in the winter with skis under my feet though! Pro tips: bring a can of bug spray for the skeeters and prepare yourself for wet feet (bring extra socks and shoes for the ride home) as some of the trail is very soft and saturated. Most of all though, enjoy!

Beautiful trails for running and in the winter cross country ski trails. Peaceful and serene.

Great place to ski and host events during the winter.

The recreation area was wonderful for trail running. Short and up and down. We attended a wedding at the facility on site and it was a perfect setup. With lights and linens, the place was jazzed up. The outside deck made for a great dance floor and lawn games on the grass.

Great place for a walk and run, with different lenght you want. The birch trees are beatiful.

Went to my first ICEDOGS game, and it was so much fun. I had only been to hockey games in large venues, and this is a small place. I LOVE the environment and the vibe this place gives off. I will definitely be going to more games.

This is the best place on the planet to get up close and personal with local hockey. The process to get in and streamlined and the staff is extremely helpful when getting to your seat. If you are in town this is the number one place to go to see hockey!

Visited Big Dipper Ice Arena for honeymoon/vacation. I fell in love. We visited Fairbanks, AK for extended vacation/honeymoon and while in Fairbanks we found Big Dipper Ice Arena. We decided to visit there because I had never been ice skating ever. Found the Big Dipper easily with google maps. Called for available hours and went right when they opened. It was during the weekday so there was not a crowd when I visited but I did get to meet the owner/manager and husband. We got to talking like if we were old friends. Both of them were very helpful. They were aware that this was my first time ice skating and gave me the preparations and equipment I needed to have a safe and fun time. I was on my own as soon as I found my ice legs and fell in love. I would recommend this to be one of the stops on your visit to Fairbanks, AK. The staff was friendly and personable. They were extremely knowledgeable and will make sure that you have a fun safe time. The vibe there is very chill, no pun intended, safe and family friendly. In my opinion this is a 10/10 great, great fun. I hope you visit Big Dipper Ice Arena if you do visit Fairbanks, AK and I hope you do the same as I did and fall in love with it, even if you fall for real.

This is a great place for anyone who wants to ice skate to go. The rates and rental fees for open skating are very reasonable. Parking is free. I had never been on ice skates before and it wasn't hard to tell but I used one of the learning aids (looks like a walker without wheels) and I was skating in no time, not great mind you but I stayed upright. I had such a great time with my kids that I can't wait to go back.

We had a lot of fun watching hockey games here. There are a few options for places on the upper floor to buy snacks and drinks, some places offer alcoholic beverages, and others everything from hot dogs to popcorn. The place itself isn’t the cleanest, but it is a hockey stadium so that’s to be expected. A lot of people go there for the games. I suggest getting to the games early so you have an awesome spot to watch from and you can get parking close by.

Games where exciting! Visited during hockey week. Was very impressed with the ice sculpture outside.

Went to see Hockey game last night. Tons of people… limited number of seats… If you found an empty one… it had a sticker for a VIP or reserved. the. there were no standing areas where you could actually watch the game without obstruction. Absolutely terrible… don’t sell tickets if you don’t have room for the patron.

Wandered in here on my last stay in Fairbanks just because I had time to kill. What a nice surprise! Super clean, public bathrooms and a great staff. Ended up spending two hours there looking at all the neat displays. Make sure to visit the gift shop.

Easily one of the best museums we saw on our trip! Loved the displays, concise, informative, interesting.

I am from Michigan and visited Fairbanks by myself. On my first day I was expecting to sleep in but woke up early and didn't know what to do for the day (I had plans for all the other days).  Unfortunately for me, most tours require at least two people.  I called Bill's Shuttle and Charter Services on the spur of the moment, and Bill arranged a day trip (for as many hours as I wanted) with Ryland Canyon.  Ryland asked what I wanted to do, what I wanted to see, and we were off!  The price was very reasonable, even for an entire day! I don't care much for shopping, or touring cities or even small towns, so Ryland suggested we go to Denali National Park.  While most of it was closed (this was late October), the ride there was beautiful.  We stopped at several scenic overlooks, and I got to take a ton of pictures. Ryland knows this area very very well.  He was extremely helpful in deciding where to go and what to see.  He is knowledgeable about the area (the history, culture, nature, etc.) and on many, many other subjects.  A very delightful conversationalist.  We spent five or six hours driving around Alaska, seeing so many new sights, and Ryland was wonderfully informative and pleasant. I highly recommend this company and also recommend Ryland as a tour guide. Thank you, Ryland, for a wonderful, beautiful day!!! Sincerely, Annette

Such a helpful sight. We loved our week in Fairbanks. If you're there and love coffee you must find Bucks. Best coffee ever.

Fairbanks can companies are about the worst I have delt with in my travels. You request a sedan to allow an injured person to get in and three times they sent a suburban in a row. Will not recommend Fairbanks to anyone.

Free museum with insights into life in the interior of Alaska. Also had some free materials on activities to do throughout the state.

One of the less helpful visitors centres we've visited along our trip but the museum is worth taking the time to explore. Free parking.

The lobby, gift shop and staff are nice but everything else felt like a cheap motel. The mattress had large dips and our windows were taped over and covered from the outside. Brakfast was till 10 but they ran out of food before 8. The elevators shake hard. Glad we were only there for 2 nights. But the guys driving the bus were cool

I really like staying at Wedgewood. I have stayed there many times for work. The only thing I don't appreciate is their lack of technology. Tv says its smart but isn't. Have basically been watching movies on my phone when i have "two TVs" in my apartment. Terrible phone service, cant text or receive calls or text when home, i asked about it and was immediately told its my phone company which isnt true i was in other buildings for my year long stay didnt have that problem. Then its the cleaning, they just spray chemicals, no use of water for cleaning. So basically for 6 months i cant watch TV, requested to move however the lady at the front desk either has a personal problem with me or hates people of color. The way she talked to me, i was told i could move to another unit/building, in fact they checked and said there was availability. Then i stopped by Christina says no, wont even listen to me speak. She was nicer the first couple of times i stayed here last year for work. Upon coming back, she isnt friendly or nice .This will be the 3rd time i have attempted to move, its not like they dont have the availability, they do she just wont let me move. Its too expensive not to have working TVs. Then the gym has little to nothing in there, not up to standard appartment gyms, has no mirrors, tv is muted permanently. no outlet near the bed other than one behind the mattress. You have to move the mattress, unplug the clock, and move the mattress back to charge phone etc. Its too expensive for what you are provided.

The staff were really wonderful, and the conference space was great. The rooms were really affordable especially considering they are essentially apartments. The rooms are dated which is fine but they stank of old smoke which was really gross. I really would have expected the rooms to have been freshened up to remove the scent (flooring, repaint, etc). TV reception was terrible.

Rooms bit dated but very spacious. Carpet could benefit from shampooing. Great location to creamers field & there is wonderful adjacent walking path in woods with pond. Would stay again & recommend.

You won’t find modern 5star hotels in Fairbanks. We settled for Wedgewood Resort for its complimentary airport transfers. The apartments may look dated but we are pleasantly surprised that it’s so clean 👍🏻 some of things we love a little this apartment - fully equipped kitchen, full length mirror, stand alone fan for air circulation,

We had an issue with one of our activities that was planed on our trip to Alaska. The company made us a one night reservation at Wedgewood Resort. The staff at the front desk was amazing! We initially had a room that required us to climb 4 flights of steps. We have had back and knee surgeries so this was not ideal. The staff at the front desk made sure we were switched to a ground floor unit. This was Customer Service at its best!! Kudos to all of the people involved in helping us have a great stay! Thank you.

I was in Fairbanks for a conference and had a great experience thanks to the staff. Everyone was welcoming and helpful, but I especially want to recognize a young man named Ambrose. He went out of his way to make sure I had what I needed, and did so with genuine friendliness and professionalism. His polite and positive attitude made a real difference. Incredible service!

The service at this place is excellent. The shuttle was at the train station when we arrived and was available when we needed it for the riverboat and airport. They held our luggage for us as we had an evening flight. Accommodations were modest but comfortable. We were walking distance to a grocery store and coffee/bagel shop. It was a unique cottage experience if you are looking for something different instead of a hotel. They also had a nice RV park next door. We did not est on the property but they have a breakfast buffet and a restaurant open for dinner.

Nice little mini house to stay in. Nice and quiet even though it's close to the airport. Beds were comfy and the entire area was clean. I utilized the free airport shuttle service which was great and a nice way to save some money

Unaccommodating, extremely rude staff. I typically don’t write reviews, but had to share my experience at Rivers Edge. We are here because of an excursion with the Norwegian cruise line. After a day of touring the area, I asked to fill my water bottle with the filtered water from the dining area at Rivers Edge where we are staying. I was informed by a lady at the front desk that I could not get water from there and my alternative was the sink water in my room or the sink water in the kitchen, leaving no option for filtered water. The machine sounded like it was actively running. Apparently this lady is a rotating “fixer” of issues at any of this company’s 25 locations. I feel that she is encouraging horrible customer service. Also, this “resort” is dirty, musty, and outdated. I wish that Norwegian would choose another hotel in the area to partner with. I will not be recommending this excursion to others. The tour guides and tour itself were fantastic. I loved seeing Fairbanks.

We were part of a 24 RV caravan (Newmar Kountry Klub) and really enjoyed the RV park. We stayed several nights and did a lot of touring during the day. Our charter bus had no issues picking us up or dropping us off. Great location to see all of Fairbanks!

Staff was wonderful and the food was absolutely delicious. We loved the cute cottages and the selection at the two gift shops on site. Lots of amenities within walking distance and such a convenient shuttle to the train and airport. Will definitely return. The manager Tye was so friendly and knowledgeable. Constantine as our favorite server at Chenas as well.

We had a wonderful stay at River's Edge. Comfortable rooms. Polite and helpful desk staff. Beautifully decorated inn (I only saw the first floor). Great breakfast buffet.

The staff was very unwelcoming, almost rude. Our door keys deactivated every day we were there and they seemed very annoyed to reset them for us. The breakfast was not great. Soggy potatoes and stinky sausages. Room was clean but it stunk like mildew and sewer. Get your staff some training! We were happy to leave!

Wow! Super fantastic experience. The added amount for first class was worth it. The announcer, Tonya was over the top great! She really added that extra touch to the trip that made it extra special. She was so personable and was so knowledgeable about but just the railroad but other facts about the sights along the way. Be sure to buy the guide book that goes over the trip by mile post. It's a worthwhile investment and very reasonably priced. The food was very good. Don't expect crazy large portions. Normal portions and great service by the wait staff. Can't wait to go on this ride again! If I had one gripe, it'd have to be the luggage retrieval. It was a little haphazard and free-for-all-ish. Not a deal- breaker though.

The trip from Denali National Park to Fairbanks in early September should be on every traveler’s bucket list. The cars are comfortable and quiet. The food was delicious. The scenery incredible.

We rode the Alaska Railroad from Fairbanks to Anchorage. It was a fabulous train ride! The Gold Star service was really good. Excellent food in the dining car! Our car had a young lady that basically narrated the trip. She supplied a lot of local information. Everything from geography, trees and plants to wildlife. We were lucky to see some moose! This was the trip of a lifetime!

We visited Alaska and booked the scenic tour from Fairbanks to Achorage. The trip was 12 hours and along the way we learned about the history of Alaska and spots along. Very fun ride!

I recommend if you haven't rode on a train or even if if you have. This is one that is a must do for sure. Spoil yourself and go with gold star service in the front car. Very comfortable its like first class on the plane and we'll worth the experience

It was an amazing experience to travel in the train from Denali National park

We took a vacation on the Alaska Railroad from Anchorage to Fairbanks. We stopped in Talkeetna and Denali and stayed at each for excursions. The glass top train with the Gold Star service was well worth the trip.

My husband and I booked a tour of the ice museum and ordered a martini. You do need to make a reservation. We met at the Chena Hot Springs Activity Center to start the tour and walked to the museum as a group. They do provide parkas if you need them. There is a process for entry and exiting. You all enter the entryway where the parkas are stored at one time. The exterior door is closed. Then, once everyone is ready, the interior door is opened, and the entire group enters. You exit the same way in reverse, but they did allow us to stay and explore as long as we wanted, we just had to let the staff know when we were ready to leave for him to open and close the doors. The experience was cool, although the drink itself was only like 3 oz total.It's not really worth the money. We were there a total of maybe 20 minutes. The drink itself was good. I'm glad our group was small, less than 10 people. If the group were larger I can see it being a pain trying to get photos. It is definitely a nice way to cool off when it's hot outside or warm up a little during winter. It's definitely a unique experience.

The tour itself is short but they you give you ample time to explore on your own. It is a museum with many beautifully crafted pieces. The guide was enthusiastic and helpful. However, the narrative could be much better and informative. They should consider putting writeups next to the statues, at least the massive ones. The two coolest things were the ice bar which is definitely a novelty and fun and the work in progress by an award winning sculptor who was working with ice and an electric saw.

Amazing, unique Ice bar. Nothing I've ever seen before being from the lower 48, more specifically Florida. It's beautiful and the appletini was good. Dress warm, but I think they gave us coats to wear while inside. You also need to make a tour reservation.

This was a very cool experience. It’s a short walk through tour through some amazing ice sculptures and you can even stay overnight in one of the 2 “ice bedrooms”! We stayed for the $20 apple-tini in a glass made out of ice, but that was a bit of a waste - unless you want the full experience and like apple-tini! The tour guide, Carlos, was very pleasant. VictorB

Well worth the drive. I didn't read anywhere that there were time slots ,I don't exactly remember but I know the last 2 are at 5pm and 7 pm ,we killed some time at the restaurant. Good was ok,nothing special. But ,the Ice Bar experience was awesome!

They will lend you a parka if you aren't dressed warmly enough for 24°F. inside temperature. Craftsman is carving ice as you are entering. We didn't have an apple martini, as is a tradition here. We should have.

Appletini was fantastic, bring $10 cash to get refill. If you go to Chena, you must go to the museum. ps. I did not drink 2 tinis while writing this.

Best hiking and awesome birds of all sizes. Very close to town. Easy parking. Good clean trails. Had a cute band playing music on the weekends and tours of the old farmhouse.

Pleasant location for a walk-hike. We enjoyed seeing some migratory waterfowl. No entrance fee. Cute visitor center/gift shop with very friendly host (I’m assuming a volunteer).

A lovely open space preserve, with several easy trails with different environments. Great place for birding watching.

Nice place to walk, meet puppies, and for birdwatching. And the fireweed is in boom right now and AMAZING! Definitely need your bug spray though.

Unfortunately we didn't see many bards in Sep, but we enjoyed walking with beautiful view. It was enough for us!

In the fall this is a rea8nice spot to park and have lunch. Lots of birds land here during their migration. They also have some nice trails to hike if you're up to it 👍🏻

Great field trip with my granddaughter! Beautiful place!