Top Anchorage Art & Culture

Let an insider lead the way around Anchorage on this half-day tour of the city, featuring stops at must-see attractions like Ship Creek and Alaska Wild Berry Products. Gain a deeper understanding of local culture as you learn the history and folklore behind key Anchorage attractions on this joint walking and driving tour of the city.

A stroll along the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is a great Anchorage outdoors activity, but you can cover much more ground on a bicycle. This small-group guided bicycle tour begins at Kincaid Park and shows you the beauty of the Cook Inlet, with views of Denali and, possibly, moose along the way.

Set out on a nocturnal adventure to see the Northern Lights with this photography-focused tour departing from Anchorage. Get picked up at your hotel and go in search of Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights, with a small-group tour. Learn new photography skills and try your hand at capturing the dazzling light show of the Northern Lights with your camera.

Discover Alaska beyond Anchorage with a small-group photo tour to the Matanuska Glacier. Get picked up at your hotel and set out on a full-day photography tour focused on Alaska's famed wildlife and wilderness. Travel to the Eklutna Tailrace and stop for photos at pullouts along the way to the glacier. At Matanuska Glacier, explore at your own pace and climb up onto the glacier for up-close photographs.

Hop aboard a red trolley in downtown Anchorage during this deluxe city tour, focused on local culture and history. See top landmarks including Earthquake Park, Lake Hood Harbor, and the Alaska Railroad Depot. Get off the trolley at designated photo stops and ask your guide questions to learn more. Watch seaplanes land on Lake Hood and keep an eye out for wildlife like moose during the tour.

Get out of the city and deeper into the Alaskan wilderness than is typical on a sightseeing tour. This tour takes you to Chugach National Forest, Beluga Point, Portage Glacier, and more to spot brown bears, wolves, bison, and belugas. Enjoy live commentary and learn about the unique landscapes of Alaska from your expert guide.

Get the inside scoop on Anchorage’s beer culture and brewery history on this half-day tour. An in-the-know guide whisks you around the city to sample six tasty offerings at three venues, including three classic breweries that you are sure to enjoy. Pair the hoppy happiness with light snacks, chat it up with locals and take with you a renewed perspective on Anchorage’s stand-out beer scene.

The Turnagain Arm boasts abundant Alaskan wildlife within easy access of the city of Anchorage. Learn about the local ecosystem from a guide with extensive knowledge about the area as you drive down the peninsula, with opportunities to spot wild animals in their natural environment as you go. A visit to the animals at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and a drive past the glaciers on Portage Glacier Road are also included.

Discover the beautiful scenery of North Anchorage during this 90-minute helicopter and dogsled tour. Soar over the Church Range and Knik Glacier in a helicopter as you make your way to the Troublesome Glacier. Here, a team of 40 sled dogs is waiting to transport you across the glacier for a true Alaskan experience. Keep an eye out for native animals such as moose and mountain goats throughout your tour.

Experience the top attractions of Anchorage with just your family and friends on this private 3-hour tour. With your group of up to nine people, soak up spectacular views of Anchorage from Earthquake Park and watch pilots expertly landing their floatplanes on Lake Hood. At Beluga Point, watch for whales, eagles and Dall sheep. Check out Potter’s Marsh and a wildlife refuge, and enjoy more panoramas from Flattop Mountain. Pick up inside tips on where to eat and shop in Anchorage. Note: Price is per tour, not per guest. Order "1" adult for all ages and group sizes from 1 to 13 guests.

Portage Glacier is one of Alaska’s most accessible glaciers and is easily visited on a day trip from Anchorage. With this tour, you’ll enjoy the freedom to explore Portage Glacier at your own pace while also enjoying convenient round-trip transportation from Anchorage and a boat cruise to the face of the glacier. Hike the Trail of Blue Ice, explore the valley by bicycle, or relax at the lodge before hopping back on the shuttle to return to Anchorage at a time of your choosing.

Be awed by supersized glaciers and the hardy wildlife of the tundra on this full-day tour through the rugged Alaskan wilderness. Departing from Anchorage, drive along a scenic byway to the Turnagain Arm of the Cook Inlet, framed by the dramatic Chugach and Kenai mountain ranges. Cruise on the lake that laps against the ancient blue ice of Portage Glacier, stop for lunch at a cozy lodge, and get an up-close look at Alaskan wildlife such as caribou, musk ox, and lynk at a conservation center.

Avoid the disappointment of returning from your Alaska vacation with sub-par photographs. This photo safari, led by a professional photographer, helps you to improve your photography by providing technical and creative tips and tricks as you explore Anchorage's wild surroundings under the summer sunset.

Explore the wilderness outside Anchorage with a local guide who knows where to spot wildlife and gain the best views throughout the year. Enter the Chugach National Forest to search for moose, bear, and other native wildlife. You’ll also visit Glacier Valley, home to several “hanging” glaciers and a lake of pure glacier water.

Travel along the Turnagain Arm on a round-trip journey from Anchorage to Seward aboard the Coastal Classic Train. You'll have the chance to admire the rugged coastline, Chugach Mountains, river canyons, glaciers, waterfalls, and backcountry wilderness on one of the Alaska Railroad's most scenic sections. Enjoy free time in Seward before the return ride in the evening.

The Matanuska Glacier is Alaska's largest glacier accessible by road, and offers the most accessible areas to walk on of any glacier in Alaska. If you don't want to tackle the winter drive yourself, this guided tour can take you there and lead you on a trek across the ice.  Lunch at a local restaurant is included.

Experience Alaska in the twilight of winter on a tour that squeezes in all of the highlights surrounding Anchorage. Visiting Alaska in the winter is a magical opportunity ideal for travelers who want to avoid the summer crowds. However, winter conditions and limited daylight can make it tough to sightsee. Luckily, with this tour, you don’t have to worry about logistics or conditions and can focus on enjoying the sights.

Alaska's largest glacier accessible by car is located just outside Anchorage, so don't miss the chance to visit during your stay. You'll head to Matanuska Glacier Park to explore this natural wonder with provided ice cleats and a guide.

Cover ground quickly in Anchorage with a history- and culture-focused sightseeing tour. Set out on a half-day excursion that includes several top landmarks including the Ulu Factory, Earthquake Park, and Lake Hood Harbor. Keep an eye out for wildlife like moose as you explore the outskirts of Anchorage. Complete the experience with a stop at the Alaska Native Medical Center Craft Shop.

If you're a first-time visitor, or short on time, this small-group tour offers a comprehensive introduction to Anchorage and its modern culture. You'll make brief stops at sites including the Alaska Railroad Depot and Earthquake Park on your way to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (admission is included) and the Portage Glacier.

Discover the beauty of the Northern Lights in Alaska with this photography-focused small-group tour. Depart from Anchorage and set out to find Aurora Borealis, or the Northern Lights, with a professional photographer as your guide. Learn new photography skills during the tour and admire views of one of nature’s most dramatic displays. Round-trip transportation is included.

Capture the wildlife and landscapes of Alaska during this small-group photo tour from Anchorage. Get picked up at your hotel and set out on a full-day excursion to Whittier and Girdwood. Learn new photography skills during this itinerary that includes glaciers, waterfalls, and scenic lookout points. Visit top landmarks including the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, Bird Creek, and Virgin Creek Falls Trail during this outdoor adventure.

Experience of bit of Alaska's gold-panning heritage on this self-guided tour from Anchorage. This tour is designed for the independent traveler, as you'll ride the Turnagain Arm Shuttle on your own from Anchorage to the Indian Valley Mine, listed on the US National Register of Historic Places. Upon arrival, learn how to pan for gold from an on-site guide. Then return to Anchorage when you wish.

Explore Alaska beyond Anchorage with a full-day wildlife and wilderness photo tour to Hatcher Pass. Get picked up at your hotel in Anchorage and set out with an expert photographer guide. Learn new photography skills as you stop at several scenic points including Eklutna Tailrace, the bridge entrance to Hatcher Pass, an Independence Mine. Observe birds and wildlife, and take photographs throughout the tour.