Anchorage
- Admission:Free
Anchorage offers all the comforts of a large U.S. city, and is only a 30 minute drive from the rugged, exciting Alaskan wilderness. It’s also the main entry point for most visitors arriving in Alaska, one of the best spots to learn about the area’s heritage and history, and an excellent base for exploring Denali National Park, Chugach State Park, and Chugach State Forest.
In the town of Anchorage, discover Alaskan culture and history on a visit to the Anchorage Museum, where you can wander through the modern indigenous art in the Alaska Gallery. At the Alaska Native Heritage Center, marvel at the traditional art and science exhibits inside, then go outside to study six different replica native village settings. The unique wildlife of the Arctic is on display at the Alaska Zoo, the only zoo in North America that specializes in northern animals, including three species of Alaskan bears, snow leopards, Amur tigers, and Tibetan yaks.
For leisure, spend the day shopping for hand-knitted mittens and scarves, ivory jewelry, or Alaska-made sweaters. Indulge in a freshly-caught seafood dinner, or chill out with a pint at a local microbrewery and take in the views of Chugach Mountains.
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Two words - must do! What a great day trip from Talkeetna. The views from the glider are overwhelming. Alaska is truly beautiful, let's just not talk about the politics with the locals! Continue Reading »
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Practical Info
Anchorage is located in south central Alaska, northwest of Juneau and directly south of Denali National Park. In town, you can easily get around by car, bus, and shuttle. Both bus and trains serve destinations out of town.
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