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Prince William Sound
Prince William Sound
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Ranked #1 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 38 reviews
Owner description: Soak in the breathtaking scenery of fjords, glaciers, waterfalls and bays whether kayaking, sailing or cruising through the... more » Owner description: Soak in the breathtaking scenery of fjords, glaciers, waterfalls and bays whether kayaking, sailing or cruising through the calm waters. Wildlife abounds in the form of whales, seals, sea lions, eagles, bears and deer. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  4.1 miles from city centre
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race
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Ranked #2 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
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Ranked #3 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 120 reviews

The Anchorage Museum features permanent exhibits on Alaska art, history, science and Alaska Native culture. It also features a rotating schedule of exhibitions from its permanent... more »

Attraction type  Art Museums; History Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Alaska Railroad Depot
Alaska Railroad Depot
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Ranked #4 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 51 reviews
Attraction type  Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
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Ranked #5 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 80 reviews

This world-class 11-mi... paved trail though parks begins in downtown Anchorage on 2nd Avenue.  One mile from the start, the trail forks at Westchester Lagoon.  Left is the Lanie... more »

Attraction type  Biking Trails; Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Alaska Native Heritage Center
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Ranked #6 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 116 reviews
Owner description: Alaskan native culture is presented through storytelling, dancing, craft-making and simulated, life-sized villages... more » Owner description: Alaskan native culture is presented through storytelling, dancing, craft-making and simulated, life-sized villages representing each of the five main indigenous groups. « less
Attraction type  Educational Sites; Historic Sites
Distance  6.2 miles from city centre
Midnight Sun Brewing Co.
Midnight Sun Brewing Co.
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Ranked #7 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Owner description: Home of Anchorage's oldest and boldest brewery. Open daily, 11 am to 8 pm, serving award-winning beers and great food. Also... more » Owner description: Home of Anchorage's oldest and boldest brewery. Open daily, 11 am to 8 pm, serving award-winning beers and great food. Also offering beer to-go in growlers, bottles and kegs, as well as a wide array of beer apparel and glassware. « less
Attraction type  Breweries
Distance  5.2 miles from city centre
Horse Trekkin Alaska
Horse Trekkin Alaska
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Ranked #8 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Our scenic trail rides start from 1 hr to half or full day of riding in the Chugach Mountains,the camping trip of a lifetime,... more » Owner description: Our scenic trail rides start from 1 hr to half or full day of riding in the Chugach Mountains,the camping trip of a lifetime, treasure an authentic, fully equipped pack tour. Whether gentle, easy or paced for the advanced thrill seeker, you'll ride through enchanting forested trails traveled by moose, bears, lynx, coyotes, migrating birds, hawks, eagles and more! « less
Attraction type  Horseback Riding Stables
Flattop Trail Hike
Flattop Trail Hike
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Ranked #9 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 45 reviews

Flattop is Alaska's most frequently climbed mountain.  Located 13 miles from downtown Anchorage, the Glen Alps Parking lot in Chugach State Park is the jumping off point for many... more »

Attraction type  Hiking Trails
Distance  10.8 miles from city centre
The Alaska Native Medical Center
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Ranked #10 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  4.0 miles from city centre
Kincaid Park
Kincaid Park
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Ranked #11 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 14 reviews
This park offers 20 miles of cross-country skiing, hiking and bike trails.
Attraction type  Hiking Trails; Parks
Distance  5.5 miles from city centre
Aurora Winter Train - Day Tours
Aurora Winter Train - Day Tours
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Ranked #12 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: See Alaska from a whole new perspective. Enjoy serene beauty and personal attention aboard the Aurora Winter Train from... more » Owner description: See Alaska from a whole new perspective. Enjoy serene beauty and personal attention aboard the Aurora Winter Train from Anchorage to Fairbanks. The train travels north on Saturdays and returns, Fairbanks to Anchorage on Sunday. The Alaska Railroad sells complete winter rail vacations including hotel stays and activities. Enjoy clear views of Mt. McKinley, wildlife and the aurora borealis aboard the Aurora Winter Train. « less
Attraction type  Public Transportation Systems
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Point Woronzof
Point Woronzof
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Ranked #13 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Scenic/ Historic Walking Areas
Chugach National Forest
Chugach National Forest
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Ranked #14 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  National Parks; Forests
Distance  2.0 miles from city centre
Lake Eklutna
Lake Eklutna
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Ranked #15 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  30.8 miles from city centre
Portage Glacier
Portage Glacier
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Ranked #16 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 of 5 stars 53 reviews
A popular tourist attraction.
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Imaginarium Discovery Center
Imaginarium Discovery Center
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Ranked #17 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 11 reviews
Attraction type  Science Museums
Alaska Center for the Performing Arts
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Ranked #18 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
WildRide Sleddog Rodeo
Ranked #19 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 10 reviews
Owner description: WildRide Sled Dog Rodeo and Seavey’s Iditarod Dinner Show! Cheer on Alaska’s amazing canine athletes- the dogs of the... more » Owner description: WildRide Sled Dog Rodeo and Seavey’s Iditarod Dinner Show! Cheer on Alaska’s amazing canine athletes- the dogs of the Iditarod. Witness their intelligence, strength and enthusiasm. Mushers compete head to head with their fastest dog team, best trained lead dog, and quickest checkpoint routine. This exceptional show is filled with music, excitement and lots of laughs. You’ll get a chance to meet the dogs and cuddle with our Alaskan Husky puppies. « less
Attraction type  Dinner Theatres
Hillside Park
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Ranked #20 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Biking Trails; Cross-country Ski Areas
Distance  7.4 miles from city centre
Bear and Raven Adventure Theatre
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Ranked #21 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Alaska Zoo
Alaska Zoo
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Ranked #22 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Owner description: If you've missed seeing Arctic wildlife on your Alaskan adventure, you'll find it at this small zoo, where all the animals... more » Owner description: If you've missed seeing Arctic wildlife on your Alaskan adventure, you'll find it at this small zoo, where all the animals have names. You'll see moose, caribou, sheep, wolves, musk oxen, mountain goats and several different types of bears, including polar, grizzly and black bears. « less
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  7.4 miles from city centre
Jewel Lake
Jewel Lake
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Ranked #23 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Playgrounds; Bodies of Water; Parks
Distance  5.6 miles from city centre
Lake Hood Harbor
Lake Hood Harbor
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Ranked #24 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Owner description: With Lake Spenard, to which it is joined by canals, Lake Hood is considered to be the largest floatplane harbor in the world.... more » Owner description: With Lake Spenard, to which it is joined by canals, Lake Hood is considered to be the largest floatplane harbor in the world. « less
Attraction type  Bodies of Water; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum
Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum
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Ranked #25 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews

Being an aviation buff, and being in Alaska where bush flying was perfected, It was a little disappoint...  to see the description of an attempt of a heritage museum being... more »

Distance  3.6 miles from city centre
Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center
Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center
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Ranked #26 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4.5 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Learn about Alaska's wildlife and wilderness through a scavenger hunt for children.
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Alaska Pacific University
Alaska Pacific University
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Ranked #27 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  3.8 miles from city centre
Aurora Show
Ranked #28 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Performances
Anchorage City Trolley Tours
Anchorage City Trolley Tours
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Ranked #29 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 of 5 stars 24 reviews
Attraction type  Trams
Distance  0.3 miles from city centre
Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary
Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary
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Ranked #30 of 100 Attractions in Anchorage
4 of 5 stars 17 reviews
Popular locale for viewing waterfowl and salmon.
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  9.7 miles from city centre
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