Best 50 things to do in Fairbanks, AK

Explore Fairbanks’ culture and history with guided stops at iconic city attractions

Drift the Chena River for Fairbanks history, riverfront views, and local stories

Travel the Dalton Highway to the Arctic Circle from Fairbanks

Cast for Arctic grayling on a guided Fairbanks fishing float trip

Spend a full day fly or spin fishing the clear waters of the Chena River

Float the Chena River while watching for Alaska wildlife

Fish Clearwater Creek for Arctic grayling with gear, lunch, and Fairbanks-area transport

Cast for northern pike on a guided Fairbanks evening outing

Pair a guided river fishing trip with Alaska-grown whiskey and vodka tastings

Chase Fairbanks aurora skies with a guide and included night-sky portraits

Private aurora chasing with a guide-photographer and night-sky portraits

Go behind the scenes of a historic sled dog kennel and meet its puppies

Sip local beverages and cuddle husky puppies at an active sled dog kennel

Run a private dogsled team for 5 miles with an Alaskan husky guide

Hike to an ice cave and explore Santa Claus House from Fairbanks

Soak in Chena Hot Springs without renting a car

Soak at Chena Hot Springs and watch for the northern lights

Cross the Arctic Circle via the Dalton Highway with a guide and certificate

Soak at Chena Hot Springs and tour the Aurora Ice Museum

Visit three Fairbanks breweries with tastings and an included behind-the-scenes tour

See Fairbanks highlights by riverboat, gold dredge, and Pioneer Park

See Fairbanks history and heritage with a local guide, plus Museum of the North admission

Hand-feed yaks and learn about life on an off-grid Alaska farm

Meet working Alaskan Huskies, learn race stories, and ride a UTV mushing cart