Anchorage.net is the official source for Anchorage, Alaska and Southcentral Alaska travel information on everything from outdoor adventures to metropolitan amenities.

May 2, 2025 · Plan your trip with the best things to do in Anchorage—from glaciers and moose to museums, railroads, and the northern lights!

Discover all that is special about Anchorage – outdoor adventures, attractions, local businesses, and things to do. Find places to stay, maps, and information on how to get around.

Find the best parks, museums, public art attractions, and other things to see and do while spending a day in downtown Anchorage.

Jul 15, 2025 · Anchorage is the 3rd largest city, by area, in the United States. Larger than the entire state of Rhode Island, the Municipality of Anchorage is over 2,000 square miles, almost the size of …

Learn the history of the Dena'ina Athabascan homelands within which Anchorage is located, witness evidence of the 1964 Good Friday earthquake, hear tales of Alaska settlers, check out vintage …

Nov 18, 2025 · Discover the best spots to see the northern lights in Anchorage, Alaska! From parks to scenic viewpoints, this is one of the best places in the world for aurora viewing.

Explore the calendar of events in Anchorage, including concerts, festivals, outdoor activities and signature celebrations.

Winter biking and Nordic skiing take over the trails around Anchorage, all groomed and maintained by the ski association or the city. Classic Alaska events including the Iditarod, Anchorage Fur …

Tour options include historic Anchorage, culinary delights, ghost tours and more. Many restaurants offer outdoor seating or decks with views of Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains.