Things to do in Fairbanks
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Daytime Attractions:
Fairbanks Ice Museum: This peculiar museum doesn’t feature exhibitions of famous artists or the like, but features a creative display of ice sculptures. The museum also features an ice carving demonstration.
General Admission: Adult ($12); Seniors ($11); Kids [6-12]($6); & Kids [2 and under] (FREE).
Address: 500 2nd Avenue
Contact Information: 1-907-451-8222
UA Museum of The North: The Museum of The North, one of Alaska’s most beloved museums, set amidst the awesome Alaskan landscape and river. Its white exterior and architectural design resembles the shapes of an iceberg. Other than its beauty, this museum offers a large selection of exhibitions from which you can explore – from the Gallery of Alaska – which highlights the distinct features the five geographic regions of Alaska – to The Places Where You Go to Listen which features John Luther Adams light and sound show.
General Admission [summer (S) prices and winter (W) prices vary]: Adults [$15(S)/$10(W)]; Seniors (60+)[$14(S)/$9(W)]; Kids (7-17)[$8(S)/$5(W)]; Kids (6 & under)[FREE].
Address: 907 Yukon Drive
Contact Information: 1-907-474-7505
Restaurants:
Two Rivers Lodge Fine Dining: A romantic evening dinner under the unsetting Midnight Sun of the summer solstice as it seductively skims the surface of the ocean like a river candle faintly illuminating land of Fairbanks. The restaurants great staff, exquisite food and unrivaled services will guarantee you a spellbinding experience.
Address: 4968 Chena Hot Springs Road
Contact Information: 1-907-488-6815
Aloha BBQ Grill: A Hawaiian restaurant in Alaska? If that doesn’t sound absurd already, then you’ve surely been to some weird places. However, this restaurant tops it all, have a bowl of warm seaweed soup while your main entrée – pick the Kalua Pork – is prepared. After the meal, slither back in your seat and enjoy a delicious pudding while you wait for your check.
Address: 402 5th Avenue
Contact Information: 1-907-479-7770
Nighttime Attraction:
The Blue Loon: Let loose in The Blue Loon where you will have live music, endless beer and juicy burgers coming at you all night long! Come party in the coldest state of America! You’ll never feel tired having fun in Fairbanks during the summer for the midnight sun never sets in this region of the world.
Address: 2999 Parks Highway
Contact Information: 1-907-457-5666
Where to Stay in Fairbanks
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Hotel prices provided are peak season prices (June 18 – 21). According to the season you choose to visit, prices may vary drastically.
River Edge Resorts & Cottages: Starting at $119 - $184.50 [prices may vary] per night (stay for 2), this riverfront resort is nestled on the banks of the Chena River. Its amenities feature a gift shop, a banquet hall, a conference center and Chena’s Alaskan Grill. This hotel is great for individuals who want an escape from everyday hassles, problems and headaches. Cuddle up in your guest room and sip on a cup of hot chocolate while enjoy flabbergasting views of the landscape, river and the midnight sun.
Address: 4200 Boat Street
Contact Information: 1-800-770-3343
Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Starting at $178 [prices may vary] per night (stay for 2), this hotel is the newest hotel in Fairbanks. Its amenities feature a fitness center, a business center, a whirlpool, an indoor pool, wireless internet, complimentary breakfast and many more. If you get hungry there is a Chili’s nearby the hotel. Sit back and relax in your hotel room while you watch cable on the 32” flat screen TV!
Address: 400 Merhar Avenue
Contact Information: 1-907-328-1100
Regency Fairbanks Hotel: Starting at $99 [prices may vary] per night (stay for 2), The hotel amenities feature free WI-FI access, business center, complimentary airport shuttle, fitness center, complimentary continental breakfast and many more. Come and have a fine meal at the Regency Cove Restaurant and Lounge where you personally choose a live lobster from the tank and have it prepared for you!
Address: 95 Tenth Avenue
Contact Information: 1-907-459-2700
Passport & Visa Requirements (this is only for the states of the US)
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For US Citizens:
Any sort of valid identification (Identification card) in order to board the plane. Note, passport is not needed if you have a identification card to show.
For Non-US Citizens:
* Passport will be needed
* Non-immigrant visa for temporary stay must be obtained showing your purpose to U.S.
For Canadians: (just one will be needed)
* Passport will be needed
* Nexus Card
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*Kindly note that we take the utmost care in providing you with correct information at all times. However, the passport and visa regulations are subject to change and we strongly urge you to check the requirements directly with the US passport office and, or the Canadian Passport Office before traveling.
When to visit Fairbanks
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The best time to go to Fairbanks is during the summer months, also the peak season, when the weather is most pleasant for outdoor exploration. In addition to the pleasant weather during the summer months, visitors come all over the world to witness the Northern Lights and the midnight sun that begins with the summer solstice. However, winter season is a winter wonderland for all you snow lovers, and the hotels and airfares are much cheaper during this period.
Fairbanks Weather
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Average Annual Temperature: 26.9 Degrees
Average Max Temperature: 36.5 Degrees
Average Min. Temperature: 17.3 Degrees
December - February: -6.7 Degrees
March - May: 30.1 Degrees
June - August: 59.7 Degrees
September – November: 24.4 Degrees
(Look Out: The month to month temperature changes can be quite drastic ranging from 10 degrees differences to 20 degrees differences.)
Average Rainfall (inches/year): 10.9 inches
Language
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The main language spoken in Fairbanks is English.
Other languages:
* Spanish (3.8%)
* Indo-European languages (2.6%)
* Asian or Pacific Island languages (2.9%)
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