Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Fargo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Fargo

With a population of 105,549, Fargo is the largest city in North Dakota, United States by the number of inhabitants. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Fargo deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Fargo

If you’re looking for affordable options, Rosewild (215 Broadway N) and Crave - Fargo (3902 13th Ave S) are great picks.

When to visit Fargo

Fargo in December
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fargo in December
Estimated hotel price
$120
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Fargo in July, when the average temperature is 71.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 82.4 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -0.4 °F, with an average temperature of 8.6 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 3.9″. In contrast, February is usually the driest month of the year in Fargo, with an average rainfall of 0.6″.

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How to Get to Fargo

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 5 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fargo. The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.5 km from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead, located 2.8 km from downtown Fargo. Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center is also a commonly used station, and is 0.5 km from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 5 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Nashville and takes around 2h 28m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Fargo. The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.5 km from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead, located 2.8 km from downtown Fargo. Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center is also a commonly used station, and is 0.5 km from the city center.

Airports near Fargo

BJIBemidji Beltrami County
FARFargo Hector Field
GFKGrand Forks

Airlines serving Fargo

Lufthansa
Good (7,964 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,512 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,937 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,465 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,204 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,581 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,678 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,568 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,724 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,318 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,517 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,911 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,969 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,216 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,520 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,577 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (688 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,330 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,684 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (638 reviews)
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Where to stay in Fargo

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Holiday Inn Express Fargo Sw - I-94 Medical Center By IHG and Comfort Suites Fargo Medical Center. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Fargo, with prices from $27 to $3,315 per night. Downtown is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Fargo are about 42% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Fargo

Most booked hotels in Fargo

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Courtyard by Marriott Fargo Moorhead, MN
3 stars
Excellent (8.7, 190 reviews)
$131+
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Sleep Inn and Suites Fargo Medical Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 743 reviews)
$64+
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Element Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 38 reviews)
$125+
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Delta Hotels by Marriott Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.2, 422 reviews)
$141+
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DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 399 reviews)
$116+
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Wingate by Wyndham Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 877 reviews)
$96+
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Renting a car in Fargo

Renting a car in Fargo costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fargo is the Hertz branch at 2801 32nd Ave. N.w., which is 5 km from the city center.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Fargo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fargo costs $56 per day, on average, or $112 if you want to rent if for 2 days. Budget, Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Hertz are the agencies with the best reviews in the city. The most popular location to rent a car in Fargo is the Hertz branch at 2801 32nd Ave. N.w., which is 5 km from the city center.

Expect to pay $4.39 per gallon in Fargo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $52.69 and $70.26. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 67% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fargo

Economy

2 Adults, 2 Bags

$31/day

Economy

Intermediate

5 Adults, 3 Bags

$32/day

Intermediate
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