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August 20, 2022
Anchorage, AK

Cecilia & Samart

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Things To Do

First Time to Alaska? Definitely worth staying a few extra days to take it all in! There are many more places to explore and delicious foods to eat but this will get you going in the right direction! Don't hesitate to ask us for more recommendations!
Alaska Native Heritage Center

Alaska Native Heritage Center

8800 Heritage Center Drive, Anchorage, AK 99504
, (907) 330-8000

The Alaska Native Heritage Center offers a unique experience for you to learn and explore the traditional and contemporary ways of Alaska’s Indigenous cultures of the area.

Anchorage Museum

Anchorage Museum

625 C Street, Anchorage, AK 99501
, (907) 929-9200

The Anchorage Museum is a large art, history, ethnography, ecology and science museum located in a modern building in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska.

Seward

Seward

Seward, AK 99664

Take the Train! Or take a 2hr 30min drive south on the beautiful Seward Highway takes you to a must go-to spot in Alaska for a day trip or overnighter. Seward has much to offer including Fjord Glacier Tours, Alaska Sea life Center, Exit Glacier, and many food and gift shops to explore. If you are interested in camping the Seward Highway offers many beautiful locations along the way. Just be alert of any construction traffic on the highway!

Talkeetna

Talkeetna

Talkeetna, AK 99676

With many cabin and lodging options it is a great secondary destination to Anchorage. Talkeetna is a small town 2 hrs north of Anchorage Alaska. It has many little shops and a few delightful places to eat (Talkeetna Spinach Bread is a favorite!). Many beautiful views on the way up and if the weather is clear a good chance of seeing Denali!

Alaska Zoo

Alaska Zoo

4731 O'Malley Road, Anchorage, AK 99507
, (907) 346-3242

A small local zoo highlighting the many animals that live in Alaska. A great place to take the kids or an afternoon stroll

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Seward Highway, Anchorage, AK 99587
, (907) 783-0058

is a sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research and quality animal care. Located outside anchorage on the Seward highway, enjoy over 200 acres of animal enclosures by touring our scenic 1.5-mile loop, accessible by foot, by bike, or by car, while learning about our resident wildlife.

Ginger

Ginger

425 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
, (907) 929-3680

Home to our favorite cocktails, this place has great food, excellent service, and warm ambience. $$$

Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill

Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill

420 L Street, Anchorage, AK 99501
, (907) 274-3502

With a beautiful panoramic views overlooking Cook Inlet, Mount Susitna and the Alaska Range it is a classic American grill has been artfully serving steak and seafood since 1978. A lovely place for a nice dinner. $$$

Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse

Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse

610 West 6th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
, (907) 276-2337

Our go to bar - Humpy’s Great Alaskan Alehouse has been a downtown staple for live, local, and national entertainment for the past 26 years. Join us this summer for the biggest concert series Alaska has ever seen. Also try their sister bar/restaurant FlatTop for pizza and beer right next door. $$

Lucky Wishbone

Lucky Wishbone

1033 East 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501
, (907) 272-3454

A family friendly and local must eat this dinner specializes in fried chicken that also offers burgers & old-school milkshakes. $

Arctic Roadrunner

Arctic Roadrunner

5300 Old Seward Highway, Anchorage, AK 99518
, (907) 561-1245

Want just a great burger and milkshake? A no-frills joint, this place is cash only but has an ATM available. $

Wild Scoops

Wild Scoops

530 East Benson Boulevard, Anchorage, AK 99503
, (907) 744-7295

Alaska eats the most ice-cream per capita. So of course we recommend going to one of our local iceream parlors. With two locations and creative flavors (also offering vegan and gluten free options) it is a great place to go for something sweet!