Anchorage is Alaska's main city and is home to more than half of the state's total population. Compared to the rest of Alaska, the city's climate is relatively moderate. Anchorage has some interesting historic sights and museums, such as the Anchorage Museum of History and Art and the Alaska Aviation Heritage Museum. Other Anchorage attractions worth exploring are the Alaska Zoo, The Imaginarium science center and the Alaska Native Heritage Center.
Things to do in Anchorage
Alaska Aviation Museum
Delve into Alaska's aviation history at this museum, which showcases a number of vintage aircrafts. A variety of aviation gifts are available on site. Best Western Anchorage lodging is nearby. Call (907) 248-5325 for more information.
4721 Aircraft Dr., Anchorage, AK
Alaska Native Heritage Museum
This center serves to preserve and celebrate native culture handed down verbally through generations. Best Western Anchorage lodging is nearby. Call (907) 330-8095 for more information.
800 Heritage Center Drive, Anchorage, AK
Anchorage Museum of History and Art
Museum of history and culture preserving the art and cultural expression of Alaska and the circumpolar North. Call (907) 274-2400 for more information.
201 N. Bragraw, Anchorage, AK
Chugach State Park
This state park is just east of Anchorage, and offers some of the most accessible wilderness in Alaska. There are campgrounds, day-use facilities, hiking trails, and areas for skiing, dog-sledding, ice-climbing, and snowmobiling. Call (907) 694-7982 for more information.
Eagle River Road, Anchorage, AK
The Alaska Zoo
This zoo features 38 species of animals, on 25 acres of land in Anchorage. They feature an injured animal program, and house mostly native Alaskan animal species,although there are also a few exotic animals such as elephants and alpacas. Call (907) 346-3242 for more information.
4731 O'Malley Road, Anchorage, AK