It was harder to find than I thought … not many signs around which is amazing since it’s in every tour guide I’ve seen for the area. Only 9 or so miles from Fairbanks so an easy, quick trip in.
North Pole, Alaska

North Pole, Alaska

Lots of parking for cars/rv’s. Yes, basically it’s a giant Christmas gift shop. Lots of interesting ornaments and lots (of course) that say ‘North Pole’.

Was it worth driving there?  Well, it’s right on the highway so it’s easy to get to … and sometimes you’re just looking for stuff to do.  I think grandparents like it because they can get a ‘personalized’ letter from Santa sent to their grandkids … which might be kinda cool.  Other than that?  If you like Christmas ornaments, I guess.