ANCHORAGE · PLACE
The Anchorage shortlist.
The 10 most popular anchorage city tours around Anchorage, with current prices, the operators behind each one, and what to expect on the day.
Deluxe red Anchorage trolley tour for 90 minutes: Earthquake Park, Lake Hood floatplanes, photo stops, and wildlife-spotting stories from a local guide.
“We had to miss this due to a scheduling conflict but they refunded our cost. We really appreciate this, since these things sometimes happen. We have done a ton of tours through Viator so we appreciate some consideration when needed..”
Small-group Anchorage city tour with Ship Creek, Lake Hood, Denali views, and tastings of smoked salmon and reindeer sausage.
“Melissa was great as we had the luxury of having a Native, Inuit not only show us the history about the places but her own personal stories which was so rare to have. Our experience, also being Native Hawaiians made it more relevant and we enjoyed the beautiful scenery, delicious food tastings and rare moose…”
Anchorage City Tour with Ulu knife history, Lake Hood floatplanes, Earthquake Park, smoked salmon, and chocolate factory samples.
“It was a great tour! Our guide Joan was very knowledgeable and helpful learned a lot about Anchorage and the way of life here”
Anchorage floatplanes, earthquake history, big inlet views, and multiple local tastings in a small-group van tour.
“Chris was very informative and friendly! We enjoyed our day with him. The food was excellent and sightseeing was more than expected.”
Ride Anchorage by trolley on a hop-on tour with stops at Ship Creek, Earthquake Park, Lake Hood, and Point Woronzof for great photos.
“Ace was an outstanding guide and driver. Engaging and informative!”
Small-group Anchorage mystery tour with a friendly guide, flexible Turnagain Arm and lake stops, and easy meet-up at Dena’ina.
“This was a very personalized tour. Our tour guide was extremely knowedgable & entertaning. She made us feel at home!”
A half-day Anchorage winter trolley tour with short stops, local snacks, coffee, WiFi, and big views of Cook Inlet plus Lake Hood planes.
“Try to get Ean! He made the excursion so fun and enjoyable! He is a wealth of knowledge and very energetic with lots of stories about his experiences in the area!! Loved it!!”
Winter Anchorage All Around City Tour: a 3.5-hour small-group van ride to Ulu Factory, Earthquake Park, Lake Hood, ANMC Craft Shop.
“Donna was the perfect guide! She was knowledgeable, kind and a great driver.”
Half-day Anchorage tour with smoked salmon and reindeer sausage samples, classic landmarks at Ship Creek and Earthquake Park, plus sweet stops.
Aurora hunt from Anchorage with a small group, private transport, and guide-led spotting. Pickup at Dena’ina, about 3 hours, $175.
“Didn’t see the northern lights. The tour operator couldn’t control that. However they didn’t do anything to make the experience more enjoyable. The guide was sick. She coughed and sneezed throughout the tour. We couldn’t understand her when she spoke into the headset. We sat in the van for 3 hours listening to her cough…”
