Best Things to Do in Anchorage
Proximity to the great outdoors is the most obvious reason to visit Anchorage. The city is just a short drive from major hiking spots, ski areas and national parks, so stretch your legs along the popular Tony Knowles Coastal Trail or cast your line for dinner at salmon-swamped Ship Creek. Don't be too quick to head out of town; Anchorage hosts numerous fascinating and family-friendly attractions. If you're an avid museum-goer, make some time for the Alaska Aviation Museum or, if you've got little ones in tow, the Alaska Native Heritage Center is home to interactive exhibits that spotlight Alaska's history and culture.
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Why go: For a family-friendly outdoor excursion, grab your camera and hit the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail ... read more»
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Why go: For a thorough introduction to everything Alaska, head to the Anchorage Museum (also known as ... read more»
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Why go: What makes Alaska truly unique are the cultures that thrive there. For example, you can ... read more»
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Why go: Kincaid Park is the perfect place for when you need an escape from city life ... read more»
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Why go: When it was first founded, the city of Anchorage was just a jumble of tents ... read more»
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Why go: Located about 18 miles east of downtown, this sprawling state park is the third largest ... read more»
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Why go: Aviation has played a major role in Alaska's development -- before there was a significant ... read more»
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Why go: In a city that was born from the need for transportation, it should come as ... read more»
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Why go: If the thought of running into some of Alaska's four-legged friends in their natural ... read more»
