Outdoors things to do in Anchorage

We rank 133 outdoor things to do in Anchorage, United States. The highest scoring is PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage with an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100, and prices across the category start at $25 per person. Fresh air, water, trails and skyline views.

Ranked experiences
133
In the 90+ Club
0
Available today
60
From
$25

Outdoors in Anchorage compared

Top 10 outdoor things to do in Anchorage by Outty Ranking, price, duration and traveler rating
ExperienceOutty RankingFromDurationRating
PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage87$2206h4.9/5 (3,329)
Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour85$501.5h4.8/5 (1,740)
Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour84$251h4.7/5 (2,802)
Turnagain Arm, Wildlife Center & Glaciers: Small-Group Tour83$1306h4.9/5 (360)
Matanuska Glacier Hike Day Tour82$32910h4.9/5 (451)
Glaciers and Wildlife: Super Scenic Day Tour from Anchorage81$2358h4.9/5 (336)
SCENIC-SUNSET Wilderness, Wildlife & Glacier Experience81$2406h4.9/5 (493)
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Scenic Bike Tour - MOST POPULAR81$1393h5/5 (304)
Anchorage City Tour and Highlights80$552.5h4.9/5 (174)
Anchorage City Tour, w/Choc Factory Samplings80$653.5h4.8/5 (308)

Every outdoors experience we rank in Anchorage

Outdoors in Anchorage: common questions

What are the best outdoors things to do in Anchorage?
PRISTINE - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience in Anchorage is the highest ranked, with an Outty Ranking of 87 out of 100 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 follow close behind. We rank 133 outdoors experiences in Anchorage in total.
How much do outdoors activities in Anchorage cost?
Expect around $245 per person on average. The cheapest we rank is Anchorage Trolley's 1-Hour City Tour from $25, and prices climb for small-group departures, skip-the-line access and evening slots.
Can I book outdoors activities in Anchorage for today?
Yes. 60 of the 60 top-ranked outdoors experiences we track in Anchorage currently show same-day availability. Same-day slots are limited, so book in the morning where you can.
How does Outty rank outdoors experiences in Anchorage?
Every experience gets an Outty Ranking from 0 to 100 built from traveler sentiment, review depth, recent booking momentum, value against comparable outdoors options in Anchorage, operator standing and cancellation flexibility. Anything scoring 90 or above joins the Outty 90+ Club.
When is the best time to visit Anchorage?
June to August for glaciers, September to March for aurora.

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