Endless Attractions and Fun Things to do in Anchorage

One of the world's most scenic destinations, Anchorage is located on the south central coast of Alaska, encircled by six mountain ranges and bathed by the waters of the Cook Inlet. Year-round entertainment abounds in Anchorage, brimming with outdoor adventures, cultural attractions and thrilling events.

Only in Anchorage can you take a morning hike along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail to be immersed in Alaska's splendor, spend the afternoon shopping in the bustling downtown district and cap off the evening with a rousing concert at the Alaska Center for the Performing Arts. No matter if you're a nature lover or art enthusiast, Anchorage has something spectacular in store for you!

Ididaride Dog Sled Tours

Voted the "Best dog sled ride/tour in Alaska!" Find out more.

Alaska Center for the Performing Arts

Alaska Center encompasses 176,000 square feet and is connected to the Egan Convention Center via an enclosed sky bridge. This concert and event venue entertains more than 240,000 children and adults every year with spectacular music, dance and theatre performances in four state-of-the-art spaces. Find out more.

Alaska Whale Watching and Glacier Viewing

Experience the magnificence of humpback whales and majestic glaciers. Find out more.

The Egan Convention Center

This convention center features a unique blend of Alaskan hospitality, Native Alaskan art and modern technology. Find out more.

Newly opened, this state-of-the-art facility adds 215,000 square feet of event space to Anchorage's Civic and Convention District and features sweeping views of the Chugach Mountains. Find out more.

The Anchorage Museum of History and Art at the Rasmuson Center is a world-class museum focused on the art and history of Alaska. Find out more.

Located at 420 "M" Street in Elderberry Park, it's Anchorage's only historic house museum. The house was built in 1915 by Oscar Anderson, the self-proclaimed 18th person to set foot in Anchorage, and has withstood the changing times of the growing town.

The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a gathering place that celebrates, perpetuates, and shares Alaska Native culture, language, heritage, and tradition. Find out more.

Exhibits wildlife of the Arctic and sub-Arctic in a natural setting for recreational enjoyment and educational enrichment. Find out more.

This trail meanders along the coast of Anchorage from downtown to Kincaid Park - a great place for hiking, biking and cross-country skiing. Find out more.

Mount McKinley (also known as Denali) is the highest mountain in North America. Find out more.

Kenai Fjords National Park encompasses 607,805 acres of unspoiled wilderness. Find out more.