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Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields
Alaskan Tails of the Trail with Mary Shields
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Ranked #1 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 29 reviews
Owner description: I invite you to visit my home, when you come to Fairbanks. I can introduce to my big , friendly huskies,(incase you need a... more » Owner description: I invite you to visit my home, when you come to Fairbanks. I can introduce to my big , friendly huskies,(incase you need a dog- fix while you're away from your own dog) and explain what it's like out on the winter trail camping at 30 ° below zero. I will compare the camping with the routine on the Iditarod and the Yukon Quest ( I was the first woman to complete the race back in 1974, the second running.) And I will share tales of the 1,200 mile dog sled journey in Siberia, the greatest adventure I've experienced so far. Of course we'll check out the garden and go in the cabin and have some home baked refreshments, (You may have seen the cabin on the Home & Garden show) I feel so lucky to live here and I love to share my life with travelers.See you this summer? HappyTrails, Mary Shields « less
Distance  14.4 km from city centre
Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum
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Ranked #2 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 39 reviews
Owner description: Welcome to the farthest north automobile museum in Northern Hemisphere! This world-class collection features 74... more » Owner description: Welcome to the farthest north automobile museum in Northern Hemisphere! This world-class collection features 74 American-engineered automobiles, including artfully restored horseless carriages, nickel touring autos and elegant classics. Rare marquees - Compound and Argonne and autos of the 30s - Packard and Stutz. Be amazed at the styles, innovation and history of these magnificent treasures. Discover Alaskan transportation history, vintage fashions and Alaska historic photographs & videos. All in a 30,000 sq.ft. museum. Tours available. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Distance  2.6 km from city centre
Running Reindeer Ranch
Running Reindeer Ranch
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Ranked #3 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 45 reviews
Owner description: By Appointment only. Walk through the boreal forest of Alaska with reindeer from Running Reindeer Ranch. Ruby, Olive, Willow... more » Owner description: By Appointment only. Walk through the boreal forest of Alaska with reindeer from Running Reindeer Ranch. Ruby, Olive, Willow and Jasper will be your guides as you enjoy the beauty of Alaska’s interior. By Appointment. « less
Attraction type  Ranches
Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center
Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center
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Ranked #4 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 39 reviews

The Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center serves as the regional visitor center for Fairbanks and Interior Alaska. The Fairbanks Convention & Visitors Bureau, Alaska... more »

Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
University of Alaska Museum of the North
University of Alaska Museum of the North
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Ranked #5 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 108 reviews
Owner description: See the state's largest collection of gold and a mummified steppe bison, explore Alaska's Russian heritage and its... more » Owner description: See the state's largest collection of gold and a mummified steppe bison, explore Alaska's Russian heritage and its gold-mining history and discover much more at this fascinating natural history museum. « less
Attraction type  Natural History Museums; History Museums; Museums; Speciality Museums
Distance  6.3 km from city centre
Alaska Bird Observatory
Alaska Bird Observatory
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Ranked #6 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Alaska Bird Observatory’s Center for Education & Research is located in the Wedgewood Resort, on the edge of Creamer’s... more » Owner description: Alaska Bird Observatory’s Center for Education & Research is located in the Wedgewood Resort, on the edge of Creamer’s Refuge. We are open year round. The center features interpretive exhibits, a classroom and small library with displays on bird identification and conservation; a bird feeding station; and a gift shop. Please stop by to check out our displays, pick up a trail map or an interpretive guide for the Chickadee Loop Trail, talk with ABO staff, and browse our gift shop. The Alaska Bird Observatory advances the appreciation, understanding, and conservation of birds and their habitats through research and education. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  2.8 km from city centre
Large Animal Research Station
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Ranked #7 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Owner description: Thousands of visitors each year get a chance to see muskoxen, caribou and domestic reindeer on summer tours of this 134-acre... more » Owner description: Thousands of visitors each year get a chance to see muskoxen, caribou and domestic reindeer on summer tours of this 134-acre site set up for nutritional, behavioral and physiological study by the University of Alaska. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  8.2 km from city centre
The Aurora Ice Museum
The Aurora Ice Museum
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Ranked #8 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  10.2 km from city centre
University of Alaska Fairbanks
University of Alaska Fairbanks
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Ranked #9 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  6.0 km from city centre
Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge
Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge
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Ranked #10 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Owner description: Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge is a 2,000 acre refuge on the site of the historic Creamer's Dairy in Fairbanks,... more » Owner description: Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge is a 2,000 acre refuge on the site of the historic Creamer's Dairy in Fairbanks, Alaska. The refuge has miles of multi-use trails that are open year round and it is an excellent location for bird watching and wildlife viewing. The Farmhouse Visitor Center is open daily in the summer from 10 - 5 and on Saturdays in the winter from Noon - 4. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  3.0 km from city centre
Alaskaland - Pioneer Park
Alaskaland - Pioneer Park
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Ranked #11 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 42 reviews
Owner description: Built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia, this theme part includes a mock gold-rush... more » Owner description: Built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia, this theme part includes a mock gold-rush town with authentic pioneer log cabins, mining equipment, musems, a replicated Native American village and a huge, drydocked sternwheeler open for tours. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks; Historic Walking Areas
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
Alyeska Pipeline Visitor Center
Alyeska Pipeline Visitor Center
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Ranked #12 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
One of the most popular tourist attractions in Alaska.
Attraction type  Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  10.9 km from city centre
The El Dorado Gold Mine
The El Dorado Gold Mine
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Ranked #13 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 53 reviews
Owner description: Bring home some real Alaska gold that you've panned yourself on this educational gold mine tour that includes a train ride... more » Owner description: Bring home some real Alaska gold that you've panned yourself on this educational gold mine tour that includes a train ride and panning lesson and is led by authentic gold miners. « less
Attraction type  Mines
Distance  7.1 km from city centre
Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary
Wedgewood Wildlife Sanctuary
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Ranked #14 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  2.6 km from city centre
McKinley Explorer
McKinley Explorer
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Ranked #15 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
A scenic railroad spanning 356 miles, from Fairbanks to Anchorage.
Attraction type  Scenic Railroads
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
Mount Aurora Skiland
Mount Aurora Skiland
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Ranked #16 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  27.2 km from city centre
Steese Highway
Steese Highway
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Ranked #17 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Owner description: Most of the scenic drives in the Fairbanks region start on this road, which twists through the White Mountains and allows... more » Owner description: Most of the scenic drives in the Fairbanks region start on this road, which twists through the White Mountains and allows access to mining sites, hot-springs resorts and recreational options. « less
Attraction type  Scenic Drives
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
Gold Dredge No. 8
Gold Dredge No. 8
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Ranked #18 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Owner description: At this authentic gold-mining site, a 90-minute tour includes a film, a view and explanation of a 1928 dredge, the machine... more » Owner description: At this authentic gold-mining site, a 90-minute tour includes a film, a view and explanation of a 1928 dredge, the machine that scooped up and separated gold from gravel, and a chance to pan for gold. « less
Attraction type  Mines; Historic Sites; Educational Sites
Distance  11.5 km from city centre
40 Below Fairbanks
40 Below Fairbanks
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Ranked #19 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
Chena River Recreation Area
Chena River Recreation Area
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Ranked #20 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Located just north of Fairbanks, this area offer many trails for day hikes.
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; State Parks
Distance  24.5 km from city centre
Alaska Public Lands Information Center
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Ranked #21 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Downtown area resource center for those interested in visiting recreational areas.
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
Eagle Summit
Eagle Summit
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Ranked #22 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Located 108 miles from Fairbanks, this summit towers 3,624 feet high, well above the timberline.
Attraction type  Scenic Drives; Mountains
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
Ice Museum
Ice Museum
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Ranked #23 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
3.5 of 5 stars 17 reviews

There are two ice museums in the Fairbanks area.  The Fairbanks Ice Museum in downtown Fairbanks has a relaxing and beautiful slide show about the World Ice Art Championships... more »

Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
The Great Alaskan Bowl Company
The Great Alaskan Bowl Company
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Ranked #24 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: While The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is one of only a handful of fully operating bowl mills left in America, it has put... more » Owner description: While The Great Alaskan Bowl Company is one of only a handful of fully operating bowl mills left in America, it has put Alaska on the map with 20 years of continuous operation. Our 22-step manufacturing process creates solid birch bowls that will last for generations of use; from making bread dough to serving salads and holding fruit or popcorn. Additionally, you will find the finest selection of exclusive Made in Alaska gourmet food and household goods anywhere! We now represent 60 Alaskan vendors who create over 1500 quality, gourmet, and unique gift items. Fully customized laser engraving is available online, over the phone or in our Fairbanks store. Create custom wooden logo bowls, coasters or Photobowls to make your Alaskan memories last. Complete shipping and handling services offered in Alaska, the U.S. and many international locations. « less
Attraction type  Factory Tours
Distance  5.1 km from city centre
Georgeson Botanical Garden
Georgeson Botanical Garden
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Ranked #25 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  7.0 km from city centre
Moose Mountain
Moose Mountain
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Ranked #26 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Distance  16.1 km from city centre
Elliott Highway
Elliott Highway
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Ranked #27 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 1 review
A road leading to some fairly wild and remote country.
Attraction type  Scenic Drives
Distance  31.6 km from city centre
Alaskan Hummer Tours
Alaskan Hummer Tours
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Ranked #28 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: This tour in Fairbanks, AK was awarded the 2009 Land Excursion of the Year award by Princess Cruise Lines and is a must-see... more » Owner description: This tour in Fairbanks, AK was awarded the 2009 Land Excursion of the Year award by Princess Cruise Lines and is a must-see adventure if vacationing in the Fairbanks, AK region. It is a 3hr tour that can seat 10 guests and journeys into unmaintained roads in upper Fairbanks and includes stops at the Alaskan Pipeline & Creamer's Migratory Bird Refuge with terrific views of Mt. McKinley. Seasonal stops may also include visiting a champion iditarod dog-sledding team kennel, an ice climbing tower, & a muskox large animal research station. We also provide FREE pickups to all hotels in Fairbanks. 3 Tours Daily. « less
Attraction type  Off road/All Terrain Vehicle Trails; Tours
Distance  11.6 km from city centre
North Star Golf Club
North Star Golf Club
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Ranked #29 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
2.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
This is the world's northernmost USGA regulation golf course, which offers a links-style layout with open fairways.
Attraction type  Golf Courses
Distance  8.2 km from city centre
Manley Hot Springs
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Ranked #30 of 33 Attractions in Fairbanks
4 of 5 stars 1 review
The lodge here offers a great hot springs pool and trips for fishing, camping and exploring gold mines.
Attraction type  Hot Springs/ Geysers
Distance  0.9 km from city centre
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