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Ranked #1 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”So cool“ 20/05/2013
- ”Unexpected“ 29/04/2013
Category: Museums
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Welcome to America's farthest north automobile museum! This nationally acclaimed museum showcases three extraordinary...
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Welcome to America's farthest north automobile museum! This nationally acclaimed museum showcases three extraordinary collections: classic cars, vintage fashions and Alaska transportation history. Explore how American automobile designs and clothing styles evolved from the late Victorian Age through the Roaring 20s and Art Deco eras. The collections include over 100 antique fashions and 80 rare automobiles, including Alaska’s first car!
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Ranked #2 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Fantastic Cultural Interpretive Center“ 12/05/2013
- ”A great experience for the whole famil...“ 07/05/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
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Ranked #3 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Great Museum, Worth a Stop“ 12/05/2013
- ”Worth seeing for science, culture and...“ 07/05/2013
Category: Natural History Museums; History Museums; Museums; Speciality Museums
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See the state's largest collection of gold and a mummified steppe bison, explore Alaska's Russian heritage and its...
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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.
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Ranked #4 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”could walk faster“ 07/10/2012
- ”The most amazing train journey“ 18/09/2012
Category: Scenic Railroads
A scenic railroad spanning 356 miles, from Fairbanks to Anchorage.
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Ranked #5 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Somehow I knew we wouldn't win much go...“ 23/05/2013
- ”Alaska“ 17/05/2013
Category: Mines; Historic Sites; Educational Sites
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At this authentic gold-mining site, a 90-minute tour includes a film, a view and explanation of a 1928 dredge, the machine...
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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.
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Ranked #6 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Birds, birds, birds!“ 12/05/2013
- ”Incredible spot for BIRDING, right in...“ 05/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge is a 2,000 acre refuge on the site of the historic Creamer's Dairy in Fairbanks,...
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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.
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Ranked #7 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Interesting exhibition“ 03/04/2013
- ”Great fun skating at their indoor ice...“ 30/03/2013
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #8 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Road Trip“ 21/04/2013
- ”Gorgeous“ 28/03/2013
Category: Scenic Drives
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Most of the scenic drives in the Fairbanks region start on this road, which twists through the White Mountains and allows...
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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.
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Ranked #9 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Worth the drive from Fairbanks“ 16/05/2013
- ”Big let down“ 01/05/2013
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #10 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Go for the hot springs“ 03/04/2013
- ”Relaxing Hot Springs“ 21/03/2013
Category: Bodies of Water; State Parks
Located just north of Fairbanks, this area offer many trails for day hikes.
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Ranked #11 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”I can brag "I've skied Alaska!" :-)“ 31/03/2013
- ”Great place to view Aurora and get pic...“ 22/03/2013
Category: Ski/ Snowboard Areas
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Ranked #12 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Alaska“ 17/05/2013
- ”Good Day Out“ 07/05/2013
Category: Amusement/ Theme Parks; Historic Walking Areas
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Built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia, this theme part includes a mock gold-rush...
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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.
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Ranked #13 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”good information“ 22/10/2012
- ”Great Place“ 24/07/2012
Category: Educational Sites
Downtown area resource center for those interested in visiting recreational areas.
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Ranked #14 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Better in summer“ 27/03/2013
- ”Informative and Fun“ 21/03/2013
Category: Educational Sites; Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Thousands of visitors each year get a chance to see muskoxen, caribou and domestic reindeer on summer tours of this 134-acre...
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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.
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Ranked #15 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Great visit“ 20/09/2012
- ”BRRR“ 07/09/2012
Category: Educational Sites
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Ranked #16 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Excellent art and photography!“ 22/03/2013
- ”Amazing aurora borealis photography by...“ 12/02/2013
Category: Art Galleries
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Ranked #17 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Enjoyed this free outing & 1.5 mile hi...“ 16/05/2013
- ”Wander Lake good for Birding“ 05/05/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Ranked #18 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Nothing very interesting“ 03/04/2013
- ”Nice little pull out on the side of th...“ 31/03/2013
Category: Tourist/ Visitor Centres
One of the most popular tourist attractions in Alaska.
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Ranked #19 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”The Alaska Bird Observatory is CLOSED!“ 08/05/2013
- ”Amazing owls!“ 25/04/2013
Category: Nature/ Wildlife Areas
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Alaska Bird Observatory’s Center for Education & Research is located in the Wedgewood Resort, on the edge of Creamer’s...
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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.
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Ranked #20 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Lovely day out“ 07/05/2013
- ”didn't know they could grow that in al...“ 04/05/2013
Category: Gardens
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Ranked #21 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Fun“ 28/03/2013
- ”Learn to Pan For Gold“ 31/01/2013
Category: Mines
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Bring home some real Alaska gold that you've panned yourself on this educational gold mine tour that includes a train ride...
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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.
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Ranked #22 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Easy going course“ 11/11/2012
- ”Great experience, friendly staff.“ 06/10/2012
Category: Golf Courses
This is the world's northernmost USGA regulation golf course, which offers a links-style layout with open fairways.
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Ranked #23 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Eagle Summit Pull off and Trailhead“ 27/12/2011
- ”下調べもないままたどり着いた場所“ 11/10/2012
Category: Scenic Drives; Mountains
Located 108 miles from Fairbanks, this summit towers 3,624 feet high, well above the timberline.
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Ranked #24 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”ONLY place for Alaskan art in the inte...“ 17/05/2012
Category: Art Galleries
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Ranked #25 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Close and easy“ 26/04/2013
- ”Went for snowboarding“ 29/05/2012
Category: Ski/ Snowboard Areas
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Ranked #26 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Chock full of avaiation history!!“ 05/05/2013
- ”air history“ 16/03/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #27 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”not just about dogs“ 26/09/2012
- ”Cute Museum“ 30/07/2006
Category: Speciality Museums
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Ranked #28 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Beautiful ice sculptures“ 21/01/2013
- ”I fell asleep!!“ 13/10/2012
Category: Speciality Museums
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 »
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Ranked #29 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
Category: Hot Springs/ Geysers
The lodge here offers a great hot springs pool and trips for fishing, camping and exploring gold mines.
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Ranked #30 of 33 attractions in Fairbanks
- ”Double Eagle should be called Double B...“ 28/01/2013
- ”Good food and great greens“ 15/05/2012
Category: Golf Courses
The public is invited to play on the club's scenic nine-hole golf course located west of downtown Fairbanks.
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