What to See & Do in Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage offers the perfect blend of urban amenities and access to the wild outdoors. Whether you’re looking for cultural experiences, scenic adventures, or wildlife encounters, there’s something for every type of traveler.

Local Attractions

  • Anchorage Museum
    A modern museum showcasing Alaska’s art, history, science, and indigenous cultures.
    📍 625 C St, Anchorage, AK 99501
    📞 907-929-9200

  • Alaska Native Heritage Center
    Interactive cultural center and museum that brings Native Alaskan traditions to life.
    📍 8800 Heritage Center Dr, Anchorage, AK 99504
    📞 907-330-8000

  • Alaska Zoo
    Home to native wildlife like bears, musk oxen, moose, and wolves.
    📍 4731 O’Malley Rd, Anchorage, AK 99507
    📞 907-346-2133

Scenic Rides & Wildlife Viewing

Tours & Excursions

Seasonal Highlights in Anchorage

Season Activities & Events
Winter Northern lights viewing, dog mushing, Fur Rendezvous festival, ice sculpture parks
Spring Wildlife emerges, first hikes open, bird migrations begin
Summer Midnight sun, festivals, biking the Coastal Trail, glacier cruises
Fall Fall colors in the Chugach, moose spotting, shoulder-season wildlife tours