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
$121
1 night at 3-star hotel
Fargo in December
Estimated hotel price
$121
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 Nashville and takes around 2h 25m.

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 Nashville and takes around 2h 25m.

Airports near Fargo

BJIBemidji Beltrami County
FARFargo Hector Field
GFKGrand Forks

Airlines serving Fargo

Lufthansa
Good (8,143 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,541 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,122 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,476 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,257 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,626 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,006 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,745 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,629 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,670 reviews)
Avianca
Good (2,526 reviews)
Frontier
Okay (2,794 reviews)
Aeromexico
Good (1,475 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,959 reviews)
Korean Air
Excellent (1,221 reviews)
Copa Airlines
Good (1,564 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,258 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,827 reviews)
Virgin Atlantic
Good (693 reviews)
WestJet
Good (3,409 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 39% 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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Best Western Plus Kelly Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1004 reviews)
$124+
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Radisson Blu Fargo
4 stars
Excellent (8.5, 580 reviews)
$140+
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Element Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 37 reviews)
$150+
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DoubleTree by Hilton West Fargo Sanford Medical Center Area
4 stars
Excellent (8.2, 394 reviews)
$126+
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Expressway Suites Fargo
3 stars
Excellent (8, 613 reviews)
$100+
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Microtel Inn & Suites By Wyndham Moorhead Fargo Area
2 stars
Good (7.8, 328 reviews)
$92+
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Renting a car in Fargo

Renting a car in Fargo costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Renting a car in Fargo costs $60 per day, on average, or $120 if you want to rent if for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 35% cheaper than airport locations in Fargo.

Expect to pay $4.13 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 $49.51 and $66.02. Full-size (Volkswagen Jetta or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Fargo, while also 49% cheaper than other types, on average.

Best car rental deals in Fargo

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5 Adults, 3 Bags

$34/day

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5 Adults, 5 Bags

$35/day

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