Things to do in Anchorage

Planning questions about Anchorage

What are the best things to do in Anchorage?

PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage is the highest ranked experience in Anchorage, scoring 87 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 3,329 traveler reviews. Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour, Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour, Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center & Glaciers: Small-Group Tour, Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour round out the top five. Outty ranks 120 bookable experiences in Anchorage, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.

How much do activities in Anchorage cost?

The median price across everything we rank in Anchorage is $179 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $5 on Anchorage Self-Guided Tour: Discover Glaciers & Alaska's Frontier. Guided, small-group and skip-the-line versions sit above the median, and peak weekends price higher than midweek mornings.

Can I book something in Anchorage for today?

Yes. 120 of the 120 experiences we rank in Anchorage currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.

Is Anchorage good for families?

Yes. 11 of the experiences we rank in Anchorage are family friendly, covering short, low-cost activities as well as full-day outings. Check the minimum age on each experience page before booking.

How many days do you need in Anchorage?

Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting: one anchor experience each morning, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

When is the best time to visit Anchorage?

June to August for glaciers, September to March for aurora. Prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

Can I cancel a booking in Anchorage?

112 of the 120 experiences we rank in Anchorage offer free cancellation, usually up to 24 hours before the start time. The exact window is shown on each experience page before you book.

How does the Outty Ranking work?

Every experience in Anchorage gets a single 0 to 100 score built from traveler sentiment, the depth of review evidence, recent booking momentum, price fairness against comparable options in the same city, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Scores are benchmarked within Anchorage so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.