Visit Anchorage

About Us

Visit Anchorage is the official source for travel information about the communities of Anchorage, Chugiak, Eagle River, and Girdwood, Alaska.

From wild outdoor adventures to metropolitan amenities, Anchorage has it all; Alaska’s most populous city is surrounded by breathtaking natural wonders and is also the state’s cultural and recreation hub.

Start planning a trip to Anchorage, the perfect place for a vacation focused on the outdoors, wildlife, glaciers and parklands. Get travel ideas from the official source for Anchorage, Alaska travel information.

 

All about Anchorage!

Outdoors and Things to do

A visit to Anchorage is always an adventure, and it's no wonder: Alaska's largest city features 60 glaciers within 50 miles of downtown, an urban salmon stream teeming with wild king salmon every summer, six surrounding mountain ranges, 300 miles of wilderness trails, and one of the largest state parks in the country sprawling across the eastern edge of town.

Restaurants

From first savory bite to final sweet sensation, Anchorage's dining puts the best of Alaska on the menu. Enjoy everything from king crab, halibut, and wild salmon to other surprising Alaska food specialties, whether fished, farmed, or foraged. Anchorage has it!

 

Events

Sparkling winter lights and long summer days mean more fun packed into each and every week. Root for the home team, celebrate with the locals at festivals with wild Alaska flair or jump into annual traditions. Catch a special program that brings you closer to Alaska. Watch world-famous performers, local thespians and aspiring musicians on stages in Anchorage.

Place to Stay

Stay in Anchorage and you'll be able to experience the best of Alaska, all in one place, while still enjoying the perfect combination of sophistication, comfort and amenities at the beginning and end of each day.

 

Location

Our main visitor center is in the Log Cabin on 4th Ave in Downtown Anchorage. The address is 524 W. Fourth Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501
(907) 276-4118