Overview
Fargo is a charming western city of just over 100,000 in the Red River Valley of North Dakota. As the biggest city for more than 200 miles in any direction, it's a cultural hub with a lively, walkable downtown full of old-fashioned architecture and friendly cafes.
Architecture · Budget Travel · Day Trips · History · Museums
Before you go
Connectivity
Free WiFi at West Acres mall and many coffee shops. No specific cellular carriers mentioned.
Safety
Generally safe; downtown rowdy on weekends during school year. Severe thunderstorms and tornadoes possible in summer.
Transport
Walkable downtown; Matbus bus service Mon-Sat (not to airport). Uber and Lyft available.
Weather
Extreme continental climate: cold snowy winters, warm humid summers. Winter wind chills can be dangerous; summer heat indices exceed 95°F occasionally.