Things to Do in Anchorage
Plan your days in Anchorage, your way
Start at Resolution Park for the inlet view that orients the whole city.
Walk a stretch of the Coastal Trail — an easy hour with mountains on one side and mudflats on the other.
Lunch at Snow City Cafe covers the local-breakfast legend without a detour.
The Anchorage Museum gives you Alaska's story in one well-curated afternoon.
Wander downtown's Fourth Avenue for the flower baskets, the salmon statue, and a reindeer dog if curious.
Drive or shuttle to Flattop's lower viewpoints if the full climb isn't calling.
Golden hour at Point Woronzof, where planes pass low over the water, is the quiet finale.
Dinner at 49th State Brewing pairs local beer with a deck view and no dress code.
One icon, one neighborhood, one great meal, one view — the balance feels right here.
Next Escape mixes it all into a day that never feels rushed or thin.
Top attractions and places to eat in Anchorage
Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria
A beloved Anchorage pizzeria and brewpub famous for creative pizzas and house-brewed beer. A bustling local institution that draws long waits at peak times.
restaurant · 4.7 rating
49th State Brewing - Anchorage
A popular brewpub and restaurant serving craft beer and hearty fare in downtown Anchorage. A lively spot for drinks, food, and rooftop views.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse
A well-known Anchorage alehouse with a large beer selection, Alaskan seafood, and live music. Travelers go for a lively evening of drinks, food, and entertainment.
restaurant · 4.3 rating
Anchorage Museum
The largest museum in Alaska, covering the state's art, history, science, and Native cultures with extensive exhibits and a planetarium. It is a central cultural attraction for visitors to Anchorage.
museum · 4.6 rating · $20
Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill
A classic Anchorage restaurant and saloon known for seafood, steaks, and views over Cook Inlet. Travelers go for an upscale-casual meal with Alaskan cuisine and scenery.
restaurant · 4.3 rating
Sullivan's Steakhouse
An upscale steakhouse chain location in Anchorage serving steaks, seafood, and cocktails. A destination for a splurge dinner in a polished atmosphere.
restaurant · 4.4 rating
Alaska Native Heritage Center
A cultural center showcasing the traditions, art, and life of Alaska's Native peoples through exhibits, demonstrations, and reconstructed traditional dwellings. Travelers visit to learn about Indigenous Alaskan cultures firsthand.
museum · 4.7 rating · $25
Chugach State Park
One of the largest state parks in the U.S., encompassing vast mountain wilderness, hiking trails, and scenic vistas near Anchorage. A premier destination for hiking and experiencing Alaska's rugged landscape.
park · 4.8 rating
Anchorage Depot
Historic downtown rail terminal and departure point for Alaska Railroad journeys.
attraction · 4.5 rating
Glacier Brewhouse
A popular downtown Anchorage brewpub known for its house-brewed beers, wood-grilled fare, and Alaskan seafood. Travelers go for a lively meal and craft beer experience.
restaurant · 4.4 rating
Bear Tooth Theatrepub
A combined movie theater and brewpub in Anchorage serving Mexican-inspired food and craft beer alongside films. Popular with locals for a laid-back dinner-and-a-movie experience.
restaurant · 4.6 rating
Kincaid Park
A large forested park on the coastal bluffs of Anchorage with extensive trails for hiking, skiing, and mountain biking, plus moose sightings and ocean views. Travelers go for outdoor recreation and nature.
park · 4.8 rating
Peanut Farm
A well-known Anchorage sports bar and restaurant along Campbell Creek, serving American pub food and drinks. Popular for game-day gatherings and its creekside patio.
bar · 4.1 rating
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Popular biking and walking trail along the coast.
trail · 4.6 rating
Club Paris
A long-standing Anchorage steakhouse known for its classic supper-club atmosphere and prime cuts, a nostalgic local dining institution.
restaurant · 4.6 rating