Anchorage attractions

On this extended tour, you'll get the opportunity to explore the centre of Anchorage during a trolley ride. You'll have the chance to discover the highlights of Anchorage and stop at five locations to explore such sights as Lake Hood Seaplane Base, Ship Creek, Point Woronzof Park and Earthquake Park. Accompanied by an expert guide, you'll be able to gain insights into the city's history and culture of Alaska.

On this tour, you’ll board an authentic trolley for a 24-km route through Anchorage. You’ll be accompanied by local guides who will share the best facts and stories from the city’s past and present as you visit historic and cultural sites. You’ll experience the incredible scenery of America's ‘Last Frontier’, journeying through Earthquake Park and stopping at Lake Hood where you’ll watch seaplanes splash-landing. You’ll even be able to look out for urban moose.

The Experience Award wining Tour in Anchorage on Viator (2025) Discover Anchorages's top-rated day trip! This award-winning tour combines Anchorage highlights, dramatic Turnagain Arm views, and guaranteed wildlife encounters at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. See hanging glaciers, stroll scenic trails, and enjoy local insight from expert guides — all in one unforgettable small-group adventure.

This tour is a great way to experience some amazing sights of Alaska, wildlife, glaciers, and a rainforest within a half day. Your guide will pick you up from downtown Anchorage and drive along Turnagain Arm, which boasts abundant scenic views and Alaskan wildlife within easy access to the city of Anchorage. Along the way, you will learn many interesting facts about this area’s history, animals, and ecosystem from your experienced guide. You will visit the Wildlife Conservation Center, located at the end of Turnagain Arm and surrounded by mountain peaks. You will have the chance to explore on your own and visit the many animals in the center, including brown bears, wolfs, caribou, moose, and the endangered Woodland Bison. After the Wildlife Center, you will have the opportunity to see the majestic Portage Valley, a few miles drive from the Wildlife Center. Here you will enjoy several amazing viewpoints of glaciers, lakes, rivers, and a unique rainforest.

Experience the natural wonder of Alaska's Matanuska Glacier with our full-day guided tour. Beginning with a convenient pickup from downtown Anchorage, you'll embark on a scenic two-hour journey, driving through landscapes of towering mountains. Along the way, we'll stop at local eateries, offering you the chance to purchase lunch. Upon reaching the glacier, a seasoned guide will equip you with crampons, making glacier navigation safe and manageable. Then, an all-terrain vehicle will transport you to the glacier's base. Here, you'll set off on foot to explore the glacier's icy expanse, discovering fascinating ice formations and gaining insight into the glacier's natural history from your knowledgeable guide. After this unforgettable experience, we'll journey back to Anchorage, ensuring a comfortable drop-off in downtown. This tour is a perfect blend of adventure, education, and scenic beauty, offering an in-depth encounter with one of Alaska's most impressive glaciers.

All Aboard, Anchorage’s favorite city tour! Hop on our fully narrated trolley tour as we travel 15 miles through Anchorage's most scenic and historic sites. Hear the most riveting moments in Anchorage’s history, from our past to present-day life. Watch as seaplanes splash land on Lake Hood, travel back in time at Earthquake Park to see the shock waves frozen in time, explore Anchorage's oldest neighborhoods, and so much more. All along the way, help spot our most famous Alaskan resident, the mighty moose. Every minute of the tour, you’ll be guided by a local Alaskan sharing why they love Anchorage. Every ticket comes with a complimentary coupon book with over 40 businesses within walking distance for saving on restaurants, gift shops, other tours and local attractions. So, when you’re ready to get the “lay of the land” or just have an hour in town, this tour is the perfect way to begin your adventure in Anchorage!

Let an insider lead the way around Anchorage on this half-day tour of the city, featuring stops at must-see attractions like Ship Creek and Alaska Wild Berry Products. Gain a deeper understanding of local culture as you learn the history of Anchorage and Alaska. You will learn about the local history, wildlife, and cultures. Enjoy some amazing views of the Chugach and Kenai Mountains along some of the scenic stops. Visit some of the premier shops in Anchorage like the Ulu Factor where hand-crafted ulu knives are made and sold. See the world’s tallest chocolate fountain and Alaska Wildberry Products and sample some of their famous locally made chocolate. You will also have the opportunity to taste some of the best-smoked salmon and reindeer sausage. This tour includes samples at Alaska Sausage and Seafood and Wildberry Products. Multiple stops will also include opportunities to see Alaskan Wildlife and Float planes departing from the busiest small plane airport in the world.

Take a Shuttle down Turnagain Arm and Immerse yourself in the natural beauty of Alaska on an outing that showcases the state's striking geographical features and abundant native wildlife. Spot hanging glaciers and Dall sheep as you drive along Turnagain Arm, then take an unforgettable cruise right up to the face of Portage Glacier. • Shuttle Guided Tour along the Turnagain Arm, one of the worlds greatest scenic drives. • One hour cruise to the face of Portage Glacier with Park Service Ranger. • Visit to the Alaska Wildlife Conversation Center to view Alaska's most spectacular animals up close. • Be prepared to walk through the Wildlife Center and be shuttled from Wildlife Center to Glacier. • A shuttle will pick you up off the boat at 5:30 p.m. for your ride back to Anchorage with picturesque photo stops.

Experience the Big Outdoors and Portage Glacier Cruise! See the amazing beauty that surrounds Anchorage. This special tour does not follow any set route. Nor does it follow a time table. Use your time wisely by going into the wilderness to see wildlife and view glaciers. Summer only: an option, on a 80 ft. cruise ship. (available 11am departure only and May 15 - Sep 15) We follow the sun, the wind and our hearts to navigate your vacation towards the most scenic locations capable for the day of your tour. The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience includes entrance into the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. During summer you'll have an option to include a glacier cruise on the mv Ptarmigan. Learn about our rich history and see the Ring of Glaciers. This award winning tour can not be replicated by any other service or shuttle. The Wilderness Wildlife Glacier Experience offers highly trained Guides who's sole purpose is making your vacation memories last a lifetime.

A fully narrated tour by a local guide along Turnagain Arm offers stunning views of rugged mountains, glaciers, and Alaska flora and fauna (i.e., wildflowers, bald eagles, Dall sheep, beluga whales). We will stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (AWCC), where visitors can get up-close viewings and pictures of Alaska's most iconic animals, including brown bears, moose, caribou, and muskox. From there, the tour will continue down the scenic Portage Valley, where visitors can take in spectacular views of towering mountains, cascading waterfalls, the beautiful Portage Lake, and numerous glaciers, including the Explorer and Byron Glaciers. On the return trip, visitors will enjoy a provided lunch in Girdwood, a quaint town surrounded by the northernmost temperate rainforest. Overall, a tour of Turnagain Arm, the AWCC, and Portage Valley is a fantastic way to experience the natural beauty and wildlife of Alaska and to learn about the history and culture of this incredible state.

Discover the Beauty of Anchorage in the Winter Our Winter City Tour is an exploration into Anchorage unique culture, history, and natural beauty. Join us as we travel 25 miles through this winter wonderland we call home. From breathtaking views to aviation marvels, from Wildlife sightings to meeting Snow Ella our resident 25 foot tall Snow Lady. Let the unique spirit of Anchorage seep into your soul. Engage with our knowledgeable local guides to ask questions, take photos, and be part of the story. Each stop is more than just a landmark; it's a testament to our enduring legacy and a window into our way of life. As the tour draws to a end, you'll realize you've not just visited Anchorage, you've lived it. This isn't just a tour - it's an adventure that stitches together unforgettable experiences and weaves them into memories that will last a lifetime. So come, join us as we uncover the magic of Anchorage, a one-of-a-kind destination, and let's create memories together!

Discover Anchorage on our fabulous City Tour, its beauty and culture never disappoint. Join us for amazing stores and stops narrated by your knowledgeable tour guide. Enjoy Smoked Salmon and Reindeer Sausage Sampling. See craftsmen at work making Ulu Knives. View the worlds chocolate waterfall, and chocolate factory, along with samplings of handcrafted chocolates. Experience Earthquake Park where the earth turned to waves and the land dropped off into the Cook Inlet. Watch Float planes taking off from Lake Hood and the history behind them. You will experience a one-of-a-kind store where you can see Woolly Mammoth tusks, Walrus Ivory Jewelry, and many other treasures from Alaskan native craftsmen. This very affordable 3 1/2-hour tour is a must for visitors, we may even see some local moose!

Embark on a scenic journey along the Turnagain Arm. View breathtaking Scenery, keeping a lookout for Beluga whales, Dall Sheep, Bald Eagles, and the occasional bear! Learn about the local ecosystem and local wildlife from your experienced tour guide, as they drive along the inlet. You will arrive at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center to visit and learn about the many local wildlife that have been rescued. Lastly, enjoy a scenic drive through Portage Valley and view these beautiful glaciers and Salmon streams. Enjoy round-trip transportation from Anchorage. Learn about local wildlife and ecosystems. Visit Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, to see and learn about local Alaskan wildlife. Drive-thru parts Portage Valley. A walk in the rainforest.

Our champion sled dog kennel is family-owned and operated in Willow, Alaska, the mushing capital of the world! Let us introduce you to our team of Iditarod dogs, experience a traditional Alaskan sled ride, and learn about our unique dog-driven lifestyle. We welcome you to our home, a humanitarian-winning kennel with the fastest distance-racing dogs in the country!

Barbara Falls is the best waterfall to visit in the Chugach State Park. It's even more fascinating when it's frozen solid; just look at the pictures! With the falls literally minutes away from the trailhead, this is a MUST-DO for any out-of-state visitor or long-term Alaskan resident. It's easy, brief and exciting making it truly a tour for everyone! • Hike to Chugach State Park's most photogenic waterfall, frozen-solid! • An easy, brief, and compelling experience designed for all to enjoy. • Perfect for families with children! ‍‍‍ • Learn about Alaska's boreal forests from skilled naturalists. • Opportunity for wildlife sightings, including moose, snowshoe hare, porcupine, voles, birds. • Provisions include a prepacked snack, courtesy of Kat’s Epic Trail Bites, and micro-spikes for icy terrain. Are you ready? Let's go check out the falls together!

Enjoy a 3 hour tour from Anchorage to the Whittier Cruise Terminal. Traveling on the scenic Seward Highway and through the stunning Portage Pass. Your driver will guide you through the history of the Turnagain Arm, Portage Pass, and Whittier. From the Indigenous people who first lived there, English exploration of the area, to the discovery of gold, and how the Strange town of Whittier got it's start. This tour includes a stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. The nonprofit center that is dedicated to preservation, education, research, and animal care. The center takes in injured and orphaned animals to rehabilitate and provide permanent homes at the center. The tour ends at the Whittier Cruise Terminal for you to board your cruise ship. Pick up times: 11:30 Downtown Anchorage - (939 W 5th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99501) Hotel Captain Cook 12:00 Anchorage Airport - Baggage Claim level outside door #1 in the courtyard by the large red semicircles.

On this guided day tour you walk onto the unusual terrain of the Matanuska Glacier. You will see and learn about many glacial features such as seracs, moulons and crevasses. Don't forget your camera! This is an unparalleled, authentic activity. Tour price includes glacier access and guiding. Drive time is two hours each way, with a stop half way there where you can purchase lunch and snack items.

This is the longest-running northern lights photo tour in the Anchorage area. We pick you up at your Anchorage accommodations and take you on a nocturnal adventure to witness the beauty of the Alaskan night sky. It's a great option for any travelers to Alaska during August to late April. This tour accommodates serious photographers to sightseers. We conduct a daily update that includes both the aurora borealis and weather forecast. The tour runs based on that forecast, but runs only if the forecast indicates a chance of seeing the aurora. Because both weather and the aurora borealis are natural phenomena, we cannot guarantee seeing the northern lights. This tour increases your chance of aurora viewing success by allowing you to reserve as many nights as you like space available and only finalizing payment 48 hours in advance under the Reserve Now & Pay Later system. If you do not see the northern lights during your tour, you get a free make-up tour.

24-hour pickup and drop off at anywhere in Anchorage. Enjoy seamless booking with ensuring convenience from start to finish. Our fleet boasts state-of-the-art vehicles, providing comfort, safety, and style. Experienced and professional drivers will cater to your needs, guaranteeing a smooth and enjoyable ride.

Experience some of the most beautiful scenery in Alaska and see an amazing range of Alaska native animals in a natural setting, all in an afternoon!

t the 140-acre Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, jaws drop in awe-even those of longtime Alaskans. AWCC’s mission is to provide refuge for orphaned, injured and ill animals-those that can’t survive in the wild. The center also educates visitors about Alaska’s Wildlife. Amateur photographers have the opportunity to take award winning photographs of animals displayed in their natural surroundings.

This is the perfect tour for those with limited time in Alaska. Experience magnificent Portage Glacier on this full-day tour from Anchorage, as well as famous Seward Highway, America's most scenic road. Hugging the edge of Turnagain Arm, stop at lookouts like Beluga Point to try to spot all sheep then, continue on to see even more wildlife at the Anchorage Coastal Wildlife Refuge (seasonal). Take a 1-hour cruise on Portage Lake to see Portage Glacier calving, and see where wildlife is rehabilitated at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center. Later, head high up on the Chugach Mountains for amazing panoramic views of the Anchorage bowl and beyond (weather permitting) This is a 6-hr tour (approx.) Activity Level: EASY Guests should be able to walk short distances on uneven ground. Trails surfaces vary from paved to uneven natural terrain. Tour participants must be able to walk a short distance and be able to get in/out of the tour vehicle with minimal assistance.

Experience the splendor of winter in Alaska from the comfort of a warm railcar, complete with comfortable seats, large picture windows and onboard dining. The Aurora Winter Train travels between Anchorage and Fairbanks, making the northbound 12-hour journey on Saturdays, as well as select mid-week departures (Tuesdays and/or Thursdays) December through March. Flagstop service is provided along the 50-mile stretch of roadless backcountry south of Hurricane Gulch. While the Aurora Winter Train travels the same stretch of tracks as the summer Denali Star Train, the views are strikingly distinct; the vibrant colors of Alaska’s summer landscape give way to the quiet serenity of pristine snow.  On a clear day, a spectacular view of Denali rises into view above the Susitna River. And anywhere along the tracks, a watchful eye may be rewarded with the sight of a moose in the wild.

Travel north of Anchorage through the MatSu Valley with great scenery to the mushing capital of the world and go for a sled dog ride! In Willow, AK, you’ll experience a real Iditarod musher’s home kennel and learn all about the amazing and friendly canine athletes. Then go for an exhilarating overland sled dog ride powered by a team of authentic Alaska Huskies! Learn all about the sport of mushing, the world famous 1000 mile Iditarod Sled Dog Race and its history, while getting to pet some friendly fluffy Alaska huskies; you’ll go for a dog-powered ride in a specially designed 2-person cart with your own personal musher. This 5+ hour (depending on group size) adventure will be one you won’t forget. Approximately 1.5 hour drive each way with 1.5 hours at the kennel. (Wheeled carts are used in the summer and sleds are used in the winter when there is sufficient snow on the ground.)

Join us for a guided hike on one of Alaska’s most accessible and scenic glaciers. This full-day tour takes you to the terminus of Matanuska Glacier, where you will meet with a knowledgeable guide who will follow you on a memorable experience you won’t forget. Walk across the glacier as your guide teaches you about the many amazing features and natural history. Take spectacular photos along the way with the ice of the glacier as your backdrop.

This all-inclusive tour is an excellent taste of what Anchorage is all about in the winter. Perfect for adventures, families, and those who want to get out and explore our winter wonderland. Fat tire biking will put a smile on your face and make you feel like a kid again. Experience the fat bike phenomenon where it was born. Fat tire biking has become one of the most popular ways for locals and visitors to get out and play in the snow.

This is a scenic and narrated drive to Seward from Anchorage or to Anchorage form Seward. I have guided over 10,000 guests to and from their cruise ships over the last few years here in Alaska and now offer a premium transfer in a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter! Along the way we can stop at scenic overlooks of the beautiful Turnagain arm and I will tell you all about the history, mystery and industry that relates to the drive and Alaska!

Get a rare view of Alaska’s beauty on a 30-minute trip into the heart of glacier country. You'll see vast ice-fields and glaciers as you glide past the jagged peaks of the Chugach mountains. Keep your camera ready for a chance to spot wildlife including moose, black and brown bear, Dall sheep and mountain goats.

Experience the thrill of a true Alaska glacier landing on this one-of-a-kind helicopter tour. Lift off from our Girdwood base (35 minutes south of Anchorage) and take in sweeping views of the Chugach Mountains, remote valleys, and massive glaciers. In spring and summer, vibrant blue meltwater pools appear across the ice, offering unforgettable photo opportunities. Your tour includes a 30-minute glacier landing, giving you time to step onto the ice, explore with your pilot, and enjoy panoramic mountain views. Keep an eye out for wildlife—moose, bears, Dall sheep, and mountain goats are often seen in the backcountry below. Fly with confidence knowing Alpine Air Alaska is the region’s most experienced and safety-focused helicopter tour company, trusted for over 30 years for our expert local pilots and strong safety record. Roundtrip shuttle from Anchorage is not included but may be added for an additional fee. Please call our office to schedule your transportation.

Hello, and thank you for considering using my service! Firstly, I am the owner / operator and I do all of my own tours (and stunts ;) you get me, not a driver/employee! Which means I have limited availability, and can only do one or two tours / cruise transfers on any given day! (book early :) I'm very communicative, flexible and here to make sure you have a memorable and fun experience! Originally from Houston, Texas & South Florida, moved to Alaska years ago and fell in love with this industry! (worked for leading companies here - guided for over 10,000 visitors) As an award winning comedian, I combine comedy with a fervent love of Alaskan history and this is all incorporated into your tour! I currently have all 5 star reviews here! (over 30 on Viator & Trip Advisor, some of my listings are newer and might not show reviews, yet!) Book with confidence!