ANCHORAGE
The Anchorage shortlist.
The 10 most popular things to do in Anchorage. From Matanuska Glacier to Kenai Fjords to the northern lights, the experiences worth your time.
A half-day group adventure from Anchorage for wildlife at a conservation center, glacier viewpoints, and optional summer cruise close-ups.
“Pretty simple really just a lot of different viewpoints of the trip. Along the One coast all the way down to the conservatory. Entertaining and knowledgeable guide”
A comfy 1-hour Anchorage trolley tour with live narration, wildlife chances, Lake Hood float planes, and 1964 earthquake history for $25.
“1 hour tour around the city of Anchorage. Our driver Jason was personable, funny and very knowledgeable about the history of the city. We enjoyed this very much and found it extremely worthwhile.”
Deluxe red Anchorage trolley tour for 90 minutes: Earthquake Park, Lake Hood floatplanes, photo stops, and wildlife-spotting stories from a local guide.
“Great tour! Ian was super fun and informative. Bummed there were no moose out...Ian tried but the moose were not cooperating.”
Small-group Anchorage city tour with Ship Creek, Lake Hood, Denali views, and tastings of smoked salmon and reindeer sausage.
“Donna was a great guide, very knowledgeable and engaging. Unfortunately a few of the scheduled stops were closed for Christmas, the ulo factory and the salmon tasting which we had been looking forward to so not super happy about this, but still will give 5 stars because of Donna.”
Wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest walk around Anchorage—spot Dall sheep and possible belugas, then see Alaskan animals up close at a sanctuary.
“Our guide Abe was wonderful and very patient . We thoroughly enjoyed the tour and definitely recommend it”
Guided Matanuska Glacier hike from Anchorage with small groups, safety gear, and a scenic wildlife drive for $325.
“Wow! This tour is a must! Hunter was absolutely incredible. He is beyond knowledgeable, fun, kind, and an all out great tour guide!”
Dog sledding near Willow, Alaska with Iditarod huskies. Help harness, ride private trails for Denali views, warm up with snacks.
“Amazing very friendly and knowledgeable staff, they provide extra winter gear if necessary. My little brother and I had an absolute blast.”
Guided Matanuska Glacier hike with Anchorage van pickup, microspikes and helmets, snacks, and glacier-view lodge lunch options. Max 12.
“This was one of greatest experience for my life! The tour guide was a friendly and high experience. The time schedule also was good(::).”
A small-group day from Anchorage with a Portage Glacier boat cruise, ranger stories, and rescued Alaska wildlife at AWCC.
“We were in Anchorage just for the weekend and Portage Glacier was recommended. Glad that we booked a tour with them. Our tour guy - Matt - was awesome. We learned so much about Alaska culture during this tour. Matt is very acknowledged about Anchorage, well organized, fun to be around, and took good care…”
A 2-hour Grand Knik helicopter tour with 3 glacier landings from Palmer, including a guided walk on Knik Glacier.
“Fantastic once in a lifetime experience! Our pilot Trevor is a great pilot. He is friendly and communicates very well”
