Ben & Megan
Things To Do
Snow City Cafe
This is our favorite brunch spot in town (and is where we went for breakfast an hour before Ben proposed). Enjoy a mimosa with your Alaskan reindeer sausage breakfast scramble or some delicious stuffed french toast. They have an amazing menu for everyone. (Make sure to make a reservation before as it is a very popular place).
Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria
Having a meal at Moose's is a must while visiting Anchorage. Enjoy some Diablo Breadsticks, a Moose Ranch Salad, and/or a Chicken Parmesan Pizza (Megan's go to choices) while enjoying a delicious craft beer. But seriously, you cannot go wrong with any of the menu choices. And if one time wasn't enough, check out their second restaurant and movie theater: Bear Tooth Theatre Pub (also a great brunch spot). Sit down for a meal or order your food and drink to be delivered to you in the theater! (Pro tip- go to the bar and ask for a blood orange margarita for the theater).
Kaladi Brothers Coffee
Kaladi's is more than just a delicious cup of coffee in Alaska, it is a lifestyle. Make sure to check it out at one of their numerous locations in Anchorage!
Taco King
Enjoy the best Mexican food in Anchorage at a great price! Endless salsa and sour cream bar? Heck yes!
Wild Scoops
Stop by one of the best ice cream shops in town for a delicious treat. You won't taste anything like these handcrafted Alaskan ice cream flavors!
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
Want to see Denali with a drink in hand? Check out this amazing lodge and their patio restaurant with views of the tallest mountain in North America. And make sure to check out the town it is located in. Fun fact: the town of Talkeetna had a mayor that was a cat (R.I.P Mayor Stubbs).
The Alaska Railroad
Get out of Anchorage and enjoy some amazing views on the train! This is a great option for people who don't want to rent a car, yet still want to explore outside of Anchorage. The Alaska Railroad’s main line stretches 470 miles from Seward to Fairbanks, connecting communities all along Southcentral and Interior Alaska, which gives many options of places to explore!
Flattop Mountain
A great hike in the Anchorage area that offers trails for all abilities. From the trailhead to the top of Flattop is 1.7 miles and a 1500 ft. elevation gain.
Kincaid Park
This is a great place to explore and walk around. We have often seen some wildlife here (moose) so be careful. But if you want to experience an Alaskan "beach" this is the place. Walk to the beach for some breathtaking views of the inlet.
Downtown Anchorage
Walk around downtown Anchorage, poking your head in the various shops full of tourist goodies and Alaskan trinkets. Make sure to get a reindeer hot dog from one of the food carts!
Alaska Wild Berry Products
Check out Anchorage's only Chocolate factory, which is home to the world's largest chocolate fall (fountain). Grab some delicious treats, visit their reindeer, and see Alaska's Giant Rock Man.
Beluga Point
A short drive south of Anchorage gives you some amazing views of the Cook Inlet/Turnagain Arm. Stop here for some photos and even some wildlife spotting. (Make sure to look up the mountain side for mountain goats).
Potter Marsh Wildlife Viewing Boardwalk
Go to the place we got engaged!
Winner Creek Trail
An easy hike with steady elevation changes. Make sure to take in the views of Glacier Creek on the hand tram!
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
Moose, bison, and bears! Oh my! Want to get close and personal with some of Alaska's greatest wildlife? Then this is the place.
Alyeska Resort & Hotel Alyeska
While it won't be skiing season during the wedding, Alyeska is still a beautiful place to hike and explore. And for a great meal, take the tram to the top and sit down at Seven Glaciers Restaurant to take in the views.
Portage Glacier Cruises
Just an hour of south of Anchorage, you can hop aboard a small cruise ship to see and learn about one of Alaska's many glaciers. And when you return to land, make sure to hike the 3 flat miles to Byron Glacier. Here you can get up close and personal with the glacier and also take in the views of the mountains.
Alaska SeaLife Center
A kid friendly outing in Seward, AK where you can learn all about Alaska's aquatic life!
Mount Marathon Trail
If you're in Seward definitely check out this hike. The views are well worth it!
Exit Glacier
There are some glaciers you can drive to, but very few that you can walk right up to. With just a 10-to-15-minute drive out of Seward, you can hike right up to the Kenai Fjords National Park's Exit Glacier and experience the dense, blue ice while listening to it crackle.
Russell Fishing
Need to check off fishing for Alaskan Salmon from your bucket list? Contact these guys and you won't be disappointed.
Saltwater Safari Company
Have a need for some deep sea fishing? Check out this company based out of Seward, AK. Make sure you have your sea legs on and your alarm clocks set for an early start! :)
Kenai Fjords Tours
Want to spend a day on the water learning about Alaska's wildlife, touch a glacier and more? Kenai Fjords never disappoints!