Things to Do in Utqiagvik

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  • Michigander94
    Southeast Michigan112 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Especially in the Spring or Fall, with the spectacular colors of the never ending dawn/dusk, the Arctic Ocean is amazing. Had to go through deep snow to get on the beach, but in late October there was only a little ice. I spent a lot of times walking along the beach and taking pictures. Bundle up!
    Written June 11, 2023
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  • Carlyn W
    Waukesha, Wisconsin9 contributions
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    Fabulous museum. Very educational. Take your time and learn so much about historic life and practices. See artisans at work and you can purchase some of their handiwork. We went to the Center 3 times during our visit. Seniors get in free.
    Written August 3, 2024
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  • lithlith
    Michigan931 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    There isn't a whole lot to see in Barrow, but this tour will show you everything there is to see. I'm not sure there was a street that we didn't drive down! The tour was a different time than what we had booked, but we just rolled with it. It's a full day tour with no stop for lunch. Keep in mind that the people of Barrow are a bit on what I would call "island time" so that might give you an idea of how what I would think could be a 3 hour tour easily turned into 6 hours. Our guide was great and drove us all around, stopping to talk about various things different places and giving us many photo stops along the way. The museum was the only place we stopped that had a bathroom and that was maybe mid-tour. Overall a solid tour for anyone wanting to see everything there is to see in Barrow.
    Written July 24, 2022
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  • Tracy B
    Kansas City, MO13 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    If you travel all the way to Utqiadvik, you have to stop and see this. Makes for beautiful pictures with the ocean in the background no matter what time of day or night it is in the summer!
    Written June 30, 2024
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  • jrjohnson2795
    Denver18 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    It's a nice monument and a place for a photo. There are several such places in the village. Keep in mind the roads are dirt and sometimes muddy in the warmer months. Dress accordingly for the weather, the air coming off the Artic Ocean as you can imagine is cold.
    Written September 12, 2022
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  • kwa829
    Redmond, WA952 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Except for the "Top of the World" hotel in Barrow, no other lodging establishment has fitness equipment. And, while going for a run above the Arctic Circle or on the shores of the Arctic Ocean may be a nice "bucket list" activity or secure you bragging rights, the realities of Barrow's climate (as well as the very real risk of being attacked by a polar bear during certain months) might make that prohibitive, or on a multi-day visit perhaps you'll do that once but then prefer to retreat to a more conventional workout.

    The facility is located just east of the high school, a relatively easy 5-10 minute walk from either Airport Inn or King Eider Inn. "Outsiders" are welcome; a day pass is available for $5.

    The facility includes a full-size basketball court, a racquetball court, and a second racquetball court that has been repurposed for fitness equipment. Locals often play "pick up" basketball games and I have heard that they welcome visitors to join them.

    The fitness equipment is fairly basis - a mix of treadmills, ellipticals, stair climbers, and some free weights. There are no weight machines. The equipment is not top-of-the-line, but it is not bottom-of-the-line either.

    There are locker rooms, with showers and sauna. However, be aware there is a $1 fee to use the showers, and you'll need to supply your own soap, shampoo, and towel.

    Anyway, I was very impressed that the remote community of Barrow has this modern, well-equipped recreation center.
    Written July 28, 2017
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  • Cavydad
    Camarillo, CA2,132 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Drove by the church as we galavanted through Barrow, this was one of the few places that our guides did not offer an immediate comment or opinion.
    Written July 9, 2018
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  • Michigander94
    Southeast Michigan112 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    I added this “attraction” to TripAdvisor because it’s not only THE grocery (and everything else) store in Utqiagvik but it is really interesting to visit. Of course, take a look at the prices for basic necessities.

    But the store also offers everything else: washing machines, hardware, and interesting local items such as a variety of Arctic boots with built-in removable crampons.
    Written June 11, 2023
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  • Logan P
    4 contributions
    2.0 of 5 bubbles
    it's to cold and too much water in the lake. the lake is too much water. i think i saw a polar bear swimming or maybe just a fish i don't know.
    Written November 14, 2023
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  • littlemamad0b
    Anchorage, AK17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    The Barrow Point Tour was the highlight of our sightseeing tour in Utqiagvik! Clifford was an outstanding guide for our group of seven. He gave interesting information about the area and culture and wildlife and answered all our questions. He was very thoughtful and helpful. Barrow Point is beautiful and fascinating, with a lot of whale bones and driftwood washed ashore. We saw seals and many sea birds, and fresh polar bear pawprints although the bears didn't show themselves.
    Written July 20, 2024
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