Turnagain Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Prince William Sound
Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.
Point Woronzof Park
Delight in the picturesque vista of majestic bald eagles soaring above the Cook Inlet in this hilly park for skiers and hikers.
Westchester Lagoon Overlook
Explore the lovely green spaces of Westchester Lagoon Overlook and also enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.
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.
Activities
Anchorage Trolley's Deluxe City Tour
Premiere City Tour of Anchorage-Mountain views & Native Culture
City of Anchorage SIGHTSEEING & FOOD Tour - Winter & Summer
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port
Our pick of the best Turnagain Hotel Deals
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Reviewed on 8 Aug. 2025
Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Anchorage Airport
Reviewed on 10 Aug. 2025
Deal's Bed & Breakfast Inn
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
3 Bedroom Home sleeps 12
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Reviewed on 11 Aug. 2025
The Lakefront Anchorage
Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Turnagain
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, Kincaid Park and Jewel Lake Park are top sights worth seeing.
North Star
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Star and surrounding area, you can visit Sullivan Arena and Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum.
South Addition
While visiting South Addition, you might make a stop by sights like Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum while you're in town.
Downtown Anchorage
Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Anchorage Historic City Hall and Log Cabin Visitor Information Center.
- University of Alaska - Anchorage
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Providence Alaska Medical Center
- William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
- Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
- Chugach State Park
- Chugach National Forest
- Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Flattop Mountain Trail
- Sullivan Arena
- Anchorage Market and Festival