College, AK
Fairbanks
Popular places to visit
University of Alaska-Fairbanks
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Alaska-Fairbanks, during your travels in Fairbanks. Stroll along the riverfront or seek out the local tours.
University of Alaska Museum of the North
Your best introduction to Alaska’s remarkable landscapes, wildlife, cultures and history can be found within the diverse exhibitions of this dynamic museum.
Georgeson Botanical Garden
Learn about the native sub-arctic plants of Alaska and see some of the state’s famously oversized vegetables in this fascinating horticultural sanctuary.
Chena Hot Springs
This famous eco-friendly resort community in Alaska is known for its peaceful outdoor hot springs, spectacular ice museum and outdoor activities.
Fairbanks Ice Museum
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Fairbanks Ice Museum in Fairbanks. Amble around the area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Pioneer Park
Take a trip through time at this historical theme park, which celebrates Alaska’s pioneering heritage with museums, playgrounds, restored aircraft and a riverboat.
College Hotel Deals
Pike's Waterfront Lodge
Clean room, friendly staff, and amazing morning breakfast. Would definitely recommend for a night or two. Only downside is if you’re a light sleeper you will hear most movement of other guests.
Reviewed on 2026/2/22
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Fairbanks Airport
Room was fine. Light was out in the bathroom and some minor litter was near the garbage can when I took the room.
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
Sophie Station Suites
Staff was great and the room was very nice and kept up very well.
Reviewed on 2026/2/22
Fairbanks Princess Riverside Lodge
This did have basic service that you would expect with a 3 star hotel. We were a party of 6, with 3 rooms reserved for 3 nights. Granted, we were some of the last visitors for the season, just prior to closure, but I literally had to go begging coffee refills for the mornings, and the tea was not ...
Reviewed on 2025/9/24
Golden North Inn
The staff was very kind and accommodating. I appreciated that I had a bed with clean sheets to sleep in and the food offered for continental breakfast was also a bonus! Great place if you just need a place to crash (and so close to the airport)!
Reviewed on 2026/2/21
Fairbanks Extended Stay
Owner was very welcoming and rooms were very clean. Loved the free breakfasts. Well located. However the pillows were horrible and the room could use a few repairs
Reviewed on 2026/2/21
Other neighborhoods around College
Aurora
While Aurora isn't home to many top sights, Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field are some notable places to visit nearby.
Westgate
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Westgate and surrounding area, you can visit Pioneer Park and Big Dipper Ice Arena.
Lemeta
If you're spending some time in Lemeta, Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum and Creamer's Field are top sights worth seeing.
Slaterville
If you're spending some time in Slaterville, Chena River and Fairbanks Community Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Fairbanks
While visiting Downtown Fairbanks, you might make a stop by sights like Fairbanks Ice Museum and Chena River.
South Fairbanks
While there might not be top attractions in South Fairbanks, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Big Dipper Ice Arena and Fort Wainwright.
