Top Reasons to Visit Anchorage

Only in Anchorage can you meet a moose, walk on a glacier and explore a vast, natural park all in a single day. Between mountains and an inlet, surrounded by national parks and filled with Alaska wildlife, Anchorage combines the best of Alaska in a city that has the comforts of home and the hospitality of the Last Frontier.

Portage Glacier view from Portage Pass Hiking Trail. Portage is one of 60 glaciers within 50 miles of Anchorage, Alaska.

Glaciers

Discover the five top places for glacier views in the Anchorage area.

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Alaska brown bear viewing Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Wildlife Viewing

Anchorage is the best place to see Alaska animals.

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Alaska Native people; woman with Yupik dance fans

Alaska Native Cultures

Gain an understanding of Alaska Native lifestyles, beliefs, and traditions.

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Denali National Park scenery in summer

National Parks

Anchorage has exceptional access to five National Parks.

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Eagle River Nature Center viewing platform in a mountain valley within Alaska's Chugach State Park, just 40 minutes from Anchorage.

The Chugach

Incredible and accessible: explore Anchorage's favorite outdoor destination.

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Anchorage biking trails

Trails & Local Parks

Anchorage’s first-class network of parks and paved trails are perfect for wildlife viewing.

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Exploring glacier in Blackstone Bay aboard a day cruise near Whittier, Alaska during summer.

20 Best Things to do in Anchorage

Find Alaska's top activities and attractions in Anchorage to make the trip complete.

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Ship Creek summer salmon fishing just minutes from downtown Anchorage, Alaska

How to Catch a Salmon a Short Walk From An Anchorage Hotel

Get hooked up with king salmon just steps from downtown.

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Hotel Captain Cook Exterior from across Fourth Avenue
Places to Stay
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