Anchorage

Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage - Big, Wild, Alaska! 

If you are planning a visit to Alaska, plan to stay a few days in the Anchorage area - you will be glad you did.

Anchorage is a modern city surrounded by the spectacular outdoors with adventures just steps from the hotel. Embraced by six mountain ranges and warmed by a maritime climate, Anchorage is alive year round with adventure, wildlife, recreation, seasonal festivities, sporting events and more. Luxury hotels, fine cuisine and shopping are only minutes from state parks, an extensive paved bike path system, and many historical sites.

During summer the days seem endless. Dazzling displays of flowers adorn homes and storefronts, live music fills the air, wild fish are caught right downtown in Ship Creek. Moose are a common sight in the city’s many forested areas, and all kinds of Alaska wildlife are at the Alaska Zoo and the nearby Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center.

During winter Anchorage is truly a wonderland. Thousands of lights decorate downtown Anchorage and the excitement of many activities reverberates throughout the entire city.

Anchorage is recognized for its sense of community and civic excellence and is one of a handful of cities that are multiple winners of the prestigious All-American City Award bestowed by the National Civic League. Anchorage is a 4-time winner, and last won the award in 2002.

Things to Do in Anchorage - Our Top Picks

• Alaska Native Heritage Center
• Alyeska Ski Resort and the scenic town of Girdwood
• Bear watching tour by floatplane from Lake Hood

Events in Anchorage - Our Top Picks

• Iditarod Trail Great Sled Dog Race (March)

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Population: About 278,000- the largest city in Alaska with 42% of the state population.

Accommodations: Anchorage has more than 8,000 hotel/motel rooms and more than 850 bed and breakfast / hostel beds. There are more than 600 restaurants.

Please note that Big, Wild, Life! is the trademarked official slogan of the Anchorage Convention and Visitors Bureau - www.Anchorage.net.