Activities and Attractions in Anchorage-2

continued… Wherever you may be in Alaska, we couldn’t complete our list without mentioning wildlife. Anchorage may be known for its urban structure thanks to its bigger population. However, you can experience Alaskan wildlife without getting too far away from Anchorage. First of all, Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is an affordable and nearby offering to visit at your layover or stay in Anchorage. Located only 55 minutes away from Anchorage, you can view and support wild animals of Alaska including Bison, Muskox, Reindeer, Lynx, Elk, Coyotes, Black Bears, Moose, Bald Eagle and many more.
If you need even a closer location to see some of these animals within Anchorage city limits, Alaska Zoo welcomes visitors of all ages to their spacious campus. Located only 15 minutes from most places in Anchorage, you can visit Alaska Zoo with no hassle. It’s the perfect destination for singles, couples, families and large groups visiting Anchorage. Alaska Zoo homes many animals including Polar Bears, Mountain Goats, Amur Tiger, Bactrian Camel, Tibetan Yak, Harbor Seal, and more. As a nearby and affordable destination with many activities to offer, Alaska Zoo is a must-visit place for anyone with limited time in Anchorage.
Alaska is also known by its untouched scenery besides the wild animals it houses. Enjoying these views does not always require a lot of time from Alaskan visitors. Alaska Railroad is a great venue to explore Alaska through the rails and discover views that cannot be seen from the road trips on the highway. With unique photography opportunities, you can create endless memories to share with your family and friends back home. Variety of routes and entertainment options make these trips even more comfortable and enjoyable. Simply research available routes for your trip dates online and book an itinerary most suitable for your time near Anchorage.
Besides observing, there are certainly more active people out there and we’re aware of it. Therefore, we have dedicated this section for those active visitors who prefer to experience Alaska actively. Anchorage has many paved and unpaved trails suitable for bicycling. You may be thinking that you don’t have a bike with you so far away from home, which very understandable. Anchorage is not shy about offering plenty of options to rent bicycles and provide guided bicycle tours nearby. Downtown Anchorage even has businesses that pair the bicycle rentals with shuttle service. You can choose between biking the town through sidewalks and traffic light intersections, or take the shuttle to explore the wildest sides of Alaska first-hand. They will have many resources to help you decide and ensure your satisfaction in your short stay near Anchorage. Anyone can locate one of many bicycle rental offerings in Anchorage thanks to online tools in current day and age.
As we often mention, Alaska is BIG, so is the list of activities you can enjoy in it. We’re aware that no single list would be comprehensive enough for such a massive geographical area, which is why we try and inform you of as many activities as possible via this blog. Thank you for taking the time to read through.