Explore Anchorage
Fishing is a family affair. Young anglers get hooked after catching their first Alaska salmon.
Whether spending a few hours or a few days in Anchorage, there are activities to fit any schedule. Here are just a few options:
Fish On!
- Get outfitted with rented fishing gear in downtown Anchorage and head to Ship Creek, right in the heart of the city.Be sure to purchase a fishing license.
- Have your fish packaged and shipped fresh to your home
- Clean up and relax with a world-class meal featuring fresh Alaska seafood
- Enjoy local live entertainment at a pub or theater
Take Alaska Home
- Anchorage, Alaska’s largest city, provides plenty of opportunities to bring home one-of-a-kind souvenirs.
- Look for authentic Alaska Native crafts, qiviut hats and mittens (softer than cashmere and warmer than wool!), smoked Alaska salmon and fresh wild berry products.
- Many shops offer shipping and Anchorage has no sales tax!
- On the weekends, visit the outdoor market on the corner of Third Avenue and E Street for truly original souvenirs and gifts
- Take advantage of free shuttles from downtown to the Ulu Factory and the Wild Berry Park and Village
Bear’s Eye View
- Experience close-up encounters with brown bears – take a one-day fly-in adventure to Kodiak, Brooks River or Katmai National Park. Charters depart right from Anchorage, providing a once-in-a-lifetime experience!
- For tamer adventures, wander the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center or the Alaska Zoo. A free shuttle from downtown is available to the zoo.
