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Things to do in Anchorage
Travellers who visit Anchorage are drawn by the glorious wilderness on the city's doorstep, which showcases quintessential Alaskan vistas of sparkling glaciers, rugged snowcapped mountains, shimmering lakes and enchanting wildlife. However, the destination still has an intriguing pioneer charm as it remains a gathering point for Americans and foreigners looking to make their fortune in various trades.
Within the city, the most popular things to see include the Alaska Native Heritage Center and the Anchorage Museum of History and Art. Downtown Anchorage hosts the fantastic Anchorage Market and Festival every weekend in the summer, which is a great attraction for visitors. The market offers an array of locally made goods including clothing, paintings, handmade jewellery and babushka dolls (Russian nesting dolls), as well as a great selection of food from all over the world. There are entertaining music and dance performances as well, and a special Kids' Market allows local children between the ages of eight and 17 to sell their hand-made items to raise money for charities and other organisations.
Most tourists quickly exit the urban sprawl to enjoy the wonders just beyond the city, such as Prince William Sound, Chugach National Forest and Flattop Mountain, which is the most climbed mountain in Alaska. The Denali National Park is one of the top attractions in the state and encompasses many of the most beautiful landscapes Alaska has to offer. Those in need of some information or advice should pop into the Anchorage Log Cabin Visitor Information Center, situated at 524 West Fourth Avenue.
Denali National Park and Preserve
Famous for its spectacular mountain vistas, abundant wildlife, glaciers, vast expanses of sub-arctic tundra, and North America's highest mountain, Mount McKinley, Denali National P…
Anchorage Museum of History and Art
The world-class Museum of History and Art is the largest museum in Alaska and is one of the most visited attractions in Anchorage. The exhibits cover the history and cultures of Al…
Alaska Native Heritage Center
The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a wonderful place for visitors to learn about the culture and heritage of the native Alaskan people while in Anchorage. Indigenous traditions, …
