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
$118
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fargo in December
Estimated hotel price
$118
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 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Fargo. Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Plane

When flying to Fargo, you’ll arrive at Fargo Hector Field (FAR), which is located 3 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Fargo include United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. The shortest domestic flight to Fargo departs from Minneapolis and takes around 1h 02m.

Train

The train station in Fargo is called Fargo, and is located 0.3 miles from the city center.

Bus

The most popular bus station is Fargo Matbus Ground Transportation Center, located 0.3 miles from downtown Fargo. Fargo Minnesota State University Moorhead is also a commonly used station, and is 1.7 miles from the city center.

Airports near Fargo

BJIBemidji Beltrami County
FARFargo Hector Field
GFKGrand Forks

Airlines serving Fargo

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,697 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,659 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,031 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,079 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,143 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,463 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,669 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,494 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,188 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (3,061 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,606 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,562 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (678 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,235 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,097 reviews)
Air New Zealand
Excellent (567 reviews)
Allegiant Air
Good (702 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.

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, 192 reviews)
$117+
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Sleep Inn and Suites Fargo Medical Center
2 stars
Excellent (8.3, 681 reviews)
$61+
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Wingate by Wyndham Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 863 reviews)
$97+
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Holiday Inn Fargo By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.8, 639 reviews)
$97+
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Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Moorhead Fargo Area
2 stars
Good (7.8, 321 reviews)
$72+
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Fargo Inn & Suites
2 stars
Good (7.4, 1329 reviews)
$77+
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Renting a car in Fargo

Renting a car in Fargo costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 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 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fargo costs $55 per day, on average, or $110 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 3 miles from the city center.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 10% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $3.18 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 $38.16 and $50.88. Intermediate (Hyundai Elantra or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 60% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fargo

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$32/day

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4 Adults, 2 Bags

$32/day

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