Independence Mine - State Historical Park

#2 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

nellnbear writes, "This was one of our favorite places in Alaska, it was gorgeous. We went twice while we were there and both times it was beautiful. Since it was June the snow was still pretty deep towards the…" »

Anchorage Weekend Market

#3 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

AsianPersuasian writes, "You want a little local flavor? The Saturday Market on 3rd and E Street—now known as the Anchorage Market—is the perfect place to find it. Shop for souvenirs, grab a bite or sit back…" »

Kenai Visitor 's Center

#7 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

ssullivan writes, "Exit Glacier is one of the easiest glaciers on the Kenai Peninsula to get close to,…" »

adelaidebs writes, "The park's headquarters is in Seward where we can get maps and information. Park…" »

Alaska Native Heritage Center

#8 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

dcdc75 writes, "The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a great introduction to the history and the…" »

bathtubjake writes, "We purchases a combination ticket with the Museum of Art and History which…" »

Chugach State Park

#9 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

samepenny writes, "Anchorage is bounded on the east by the Chugach mountains. There are so many of…" »

avalanchco writes, "Drive down from Anchorage then turn into the town of Girdwood and visit Alyeska ski…" »

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

#10 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

ssullivan writes, "In 1996, the American Hiking Society designated Anchorage as "Trail Town USA." The…" »

samepenny writes, "The Tony Knowles Trail (named for former mayor and governor of Alaska also owner of…" »

Downtown Anchorage (General)

#13 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

dcdc75 writes, "Anchorage definitely isn't a city built by city people. Here you will find vast tracts of green space and lots of biking, hiking, and cycling trails, all meticulously planned to showcase…" »

Begich, Boggs Visitor Center at Portage Glacier

#22 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

ssullivan writes, "Portage Glacier is the most visited glacier in Alaska because of its easy accessibility from Anchorage via the Seward Highway, and the scenic iceberg filled lake the glacier has left behind…" »

Earthquake Park

#24 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

ssullivan writes, "On Good Friday in March, 1964, Anchorage and much of the rest of south central Alaska was hit with a violent earthquake, measuring 9.2 on the Richter scale. In four minutes of shaking, the…" »

Port of Anchorage

#25 most popular of 267 things to do in Anchorage

samepenny writes, "The historically famous Captain Cook must have had a sense of humor when he named Anchorage, Anchorage. Actually, I know the historical part of the story. He anchored his ship at Anchorage,…" »