THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Anchorage
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Things to Do in Anchorage
The nature here is incredible in any season—from the Northern Lights in winter to the glaciers in the summer. A year-round fave is the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Day Tripsfromper adultAU$323
Day Tripsfromper adultAU$501
Likely To Sell Outfromper adultAU$81
Helicopter Toursfromper adultAU$1,162
4WD Toursfromper adultAU$254
Private and Luxuryfromper adultAU$386
Eco Toursfromper adultAU$572
Winter Sportsfromper adultAU$499
Likely To Sell Outfromper adultAU$96
Half-day Toursfromper adultAU$209
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Wildlife sanctuary with spacious natural enclosures for rescued Alaskan animals, including rare wood bison and musk ox. Highlights include animal feeding times and conservation education.
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Speciality Museums
Museum dedicated to the history and culture of Alaska's indigenous tribes, featuring interactive exhibits, native artifacts, and local art, ideal for family engagement.
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Historic Sites
Interactive cultural centre featuring live demonstrations, exhibits on Alaskan native tribes, and guided tours through native houses, highlighting resilience and traditions.
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Hiking Trails
Easy, scenic trail leading to a glacier with views, snowfields, and an ice cave. Family-accessible with terrain for a gentle adventure in traditional Alutiiq land.
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Nature & Wildlife Areas
Nature sanctuary featuring self-guided trails through serene landscapes, with chances to view local wildlife, such as bears and salmon, and touchable animal artifacts.
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Architectural Buildings
Rail journey through Alaska's wilderness showcasing panoramic views and wildlife, with scenic tours like the Coastal Classic and Glacier Discovery.
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Mountains
Mountain resort with diverse dining and Alpine activities, featuring scenic tram rides, quality ski slopes, and relaxing Nordic Spa evenings.
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- Tracy V4 contributionsThis facility is in a gorgeous setting with spectacular views. The animals are incredible and so close. The staff is highly informative about all animals and readily available to answer all questions and provide detailed backgrounds on the animals!! I highly recommend this facility, the work they do is spectacular!!!Written 25 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Susan B16 contributionsThis is not your grandma's museum. It is not all hushed-tones and Monet's. It is a beautiful space, packed with so much indigenous art and educational installations. It was full of families, and kids, and seemed to attract locals and tourists. One of the most stunning Museum stores I've ever seen.Written 22 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Brendan SArlington, VA2,245 contributionsThe Coastal Trail is an 11-mile bike trail starting in downtown Anchorage. It traverses the coast, as you’d expect, providing many scenic views, as well as marshes, and forests. Along the way there are signs about the 1964 earthquake, the planets and the wildlife and you can watch airplanes come in for a landing at the foot of the international airport’s runway. I saw multiple moose in the forest along the side of the road. The Trail is completely paved and generally in good condition with only a few bumps. There are no road crossings at all. It has a hilly section in the middle (150 feet maximum climb) and a very steep hill at the end (200 feet in less than a mile). The Trail is not that crowded but it’s not a great course for fast rides as it has many sharp, blind curves.Written 16 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- MargaretL343Missouri79 contributionsNice cultural center with some good presentations on the culture, music, games and stories of the Alaskan natives. After the presentations there is a tour that takes you through the grounds which includes some buildings and totems that have been replicated. Also a small museum with information about the different Alaskan tribes. There are also tables with vendors selling native jewelry, toys and books in the main building. Very interesting and worth about a half day.Written 2 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- snorkeldogsAtlantic Beach, FL264 contributionsThis was part of the Turnagain tour we took that included a boat tour of the glacier. It was so awesome to get up close to the glacier. Our tour guide was very informative and helpful.Written 5 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- WIKITRAVELPEDIAMiami Beach, FL825 contributionsYou might think that the way up is easier than the way down, Nope! You will use muscles you did not know you had to go back down. Iphone counted as 110 floors. Make sure to take some water, maybe something to eat. And take a picture by the flag pole.Written 12 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Charlie F3 contributionsTraveled to Byron Glacier with a tour guide. It was fantastic. The ice has expanded exponentially and is the largest it has been since before the Industrial Revolution. We learned that the glaciers have increased and decreased in size for centuries based on el Nina or La Niña (sp)….recommend this trip.Written 4 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bob and WendyMinocqua, WI25 contributionsIf you are near Eagle River WI by all means stop at the Ice Castle. It took many volunteers long hours to harvest the ice and build this monument,Written 23 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- RavenitoCharlotte, NC542 contributionsEverything here was well-organized, the people were very helpful, bathrooms were clean, there's a giftshop and a nice coffee bar. What else do you need from a train depot? Maybe could have used more seating I guess but not like you're spending hours here anyways.Written 27 August 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Shane MAnchorage, AK5 contributionsChugach State Park offers some of the best sightseeing in SouthCentral Alaska. Wildlife can be observed from the highways and state maintained trails within the park.Written 24 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- EntheendTravelsBeaverton, OR184 contributionsI was visiting Alaska - Anchorage specifically for the first time, while I was at a conference for work. We had some free time, and I looked up some things to do. The tram came up as a recommended activity, and boy did it not disappoint!
The tram is located at the Alyeska resort, which is about a 50 minute drive from Anchorage.
We bought the $60 package, that gave you a ride on the tram, and $25 to spend on food up at the top of the mountain.
The tram takes you only 2,000 feet up (which is crazy, because it seems like it would be a lot higher!). There are walking trails that you can get there as well.
On the way up, you can start to see some breathtaking views of Alaska.
We were there in September, so it wasn't snowy, but surrounding us were mountain peaks that were topped with snow.
We also ate in the café, and the food was great!
Totally recommend as a day trip from Anchorage if you have the time!Written 6 October 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Alaskan GlampingAlaska29 contributionsThis area is breathtaking and has so many moods! We spend time here throughout the year. There are so many options for activities here. We hike, bike, ATV, paddle, Ice-skate and ski. There are great day trip activities and if you are feeling a longer trip there are multi-day routes and options for any mode of travel! Eklutna Lake Bookings is a great option for a weekend get away or group trip.Written 16 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
When to Visit
- January-9 ÂşCColdest month1 day of rainModerately busy
- February-7 ÂşC3 days of rainModerately busy
- March-4 ÂşC2 days of rainVery busy
- April3 ÂşC1 day of rainModerately busy
- May10 ÂşC2 days of rainVery busy
- June14 ÂşC2 days of rainVery busy
- July16 ÂşCHottest month7 days of rainVery busy
- August15 ÂşC9 days of rainWettest monthModerately busyBusiest month
- September10 ÂşC8 days of rainLess busy
- October3 ÂşC5 days of rainLess busy
- November-5 ÂşC3 days of rainLess busy
- December-8 ÂşC3 days of rainLess busyLeast busy month
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