

Things to do in Homer
Homer, AK packs its best experiences into walkable neighborhoods, local food, and day trips nearby. Outty ranks every bookable tour and activity in Homer by rating quality, review depth, booking demand and value, so you can see the standouts before you book.
Quick answer
What are the best things to do in Homer?
Outty ranks 19 bookable experiences in Homer, United States. The highest scoring is Kachemak Bay Wildlife Tour at 84 out of 100, followed by Alaska Wildlife Tour in Kachemak Bay, HOMER - Wilderness Wildlife & Beachcombing Experience, Guided Airboat Tour. Prices start at $20 per person and 0 experiences score 90 or above, putting them in the Outty 90+ Club. Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Homer, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities.
- Ranked experiences
- 19
- In the 90+ Club
- 0
- From
- $20 per person
- Bookable today
- 19
Most Popular in Homer
The experiences travelers book most right now.


Brooks Falls Bear Viewing

Homer Harbor Paddle
Most Highly Reviewed in Homer
Highest traveler sentiment with enough reviews to trust it.
Last Minute in Homer
Confirmed availability today or tomorrow.

Kachemak Bay Wildlife Tour

Alaska Wildlife Tour in Kachemak Bay

HOMER - Wilderness Wildlife & Beachcombing Experience

Guided Airboat Tour

Grewingk Glacier Lake Hike in Kachemak Bay State Park

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Anchorage to Homer
Culture & History in Homer
Museums, landmarks and stories behind the streets.

HOMER - Wilderness Wildlife & Beachcombing Experience

Homer to Anchorage Airport Shuttle

Bear Viewing at Lake Clark National Park from Homer, AK

Bears and Halibut Tour from Homer Alaska
Outdoors in Homer
Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Kachemak Bay Wildlife Tour

HOMER - Wilderness Wildlife & Beachcombing Experience

Grewingk Glacier Lake Hike in Kachemak Bay State Park

Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Anchorage to Homer

Anchorage–Homer Sterling Highway Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Beach Horse Riding Experience in Homer
Planning questions about Homer
- What are the best things to do in Homer?
- Kachemak Bay Wildlife Tour is the highest ranked experience in Homer, scoring 84 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking from 182 traveler reviews. Alaska Wildlife Tour in Kachemak Bay, HOMER - Wilderness Wildlife & Beachcombing Experience, Guided Airboat Tour, Grewingk Glacier Lake Hike in Kachemak Bay State Park round out the top five. Outty ranks 19 bookable experiences in Homer, United States, and 0 of them score 90 or above.
- How much do activities in Homer cost?
- The median price across everything we rank in Homer is $150 per person, and the cheapest starting price is $20 on Self Guided Driving Audio Tour Anchorage to Homer. 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 Homer for today?
- Yes. 19 of the 19 experiences we rank in Homer currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book early in the day where you can.
- Is Homer good for families?
- Most experiences in Homer welcome all ages, though minimum ages are set by the operator. The age requirement is listed on every experience page.
- How many days do you need in Homer?
- 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 Homer?
- Spring and fall bring the best weather and lighter crowds in Homer, while summer has the widest choice of tours and evening activities. 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 Homer?
- 14 of the 19 experiences we rank in Homer 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 Homer 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 Homer so a strong local option is not buried by global volume, and anything at 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.