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City in Alaska, United States
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Utqiaġvik (formerly and still commonly known to non-natives as Barrow) is a city that is 300 miles (480 km) north of the Arctic Circle on the Arctic Ocean in Arctic Alaska. The city holds the distinction of being the northernmost settlement in the United States, and the northernmost settlement on the North American mainland. The residents are primarily of Inupiat (Native Alaskan) descent. Its population in 2019 was a bit more than 4,500 people.
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A museum with many fascinating Iñupiat displays and artifacts.
Nuvuk
The northernmost point in the United States.
Native art and taxidermy interspersed (very appealingly) with artifacts from the proprietor's bachelor-pad life in the 1980s, and anything else you could think of.
Tours are offered during the summer season. There is one tour per day,. It starts at 10:00AM and ends around 2:30PM
Pizza, philly cheesesteaks, salads, and spaghetti.
Cozy, homey atmosphere, very decent teriyaki and other Japanese favorites.
Friendly service, lunch buffet M-F of dishes from various Asian cuisines, and a few "American" options, for under $20 (as of 2017.)
Coffee shop
Free parking.
A comfortable and elegant alternative to the average hotel rooms in town.
Alaska Commercial Co
Find everything you need in this all-purpose supermarket and supply store with deli.
By taxi
There are several cab companies in town. They are always driving about, and they can be flagged down easily or called by phone for almost immediate pickup.
By car
By bus
The city bus runs M-F 7AM–7PM and can be a good option for daily commutes.
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