Downtown Anchorage Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Anchorage
Popular places to visit
Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system.
Town Square Municipal Park
After visiting Town Square Municipal Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Anchorage. Discover the area's mountain views or seek out its hiking trails.
Alaska Experience Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Alaska Experience Theatre during your trip to Anchorage. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its hiking trails.
Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center during your trip to Anchorage. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and mountain views.
William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center during your trip to Anchorage. Discover the area's fascinating museums or seek out its hiking trails.
Activities
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Portage Glacier Cruise and Wildlife Explorer Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting
Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Our pick of the best Downtown Anchorage Hotel Deals
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"The hotel is overpriced. Don’t believe on their free shuttle claim. After we arrived we called the front desk they said it may take more than an hour shuttle to show up. They said there is only one driver for two hotel. Breakfast was low quality. Property was not clean & far from any restaurant & ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Anchorage
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
"No baggage cart available which would have helped due to distance to room."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
"We booked a studio with kitchen. Checked in at night. Next morning, we found the kitchen sink was leaking. We called front desk immediately, and also told cleaning staff about the issue. But until we left, nobody come to fix it. Front desk staff excused that their repair person was not ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Hilton Anchorage
"There was no pen or paper to write on in the room. The front desk staff had a real attitude, we showed up early and they acted like we should leave and come back, we had to ask if they could hold our luggage so we could go flight seeing. Then the next morning we awake and went down stairs to get ..."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown
"Very close to walk to downtown area."
Reviewed on 23 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch while you're in town.
Alyeska
If you're spending some time in Alyeska, Girdwood Park and Girdwood Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Hillside
While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.
Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.
Sand Lake
If you're spending some time in Sand Lake, Jewel Lake and Kincaid Park are top sights worth seeing.
