Kenai Peninsula Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Alaska Travel Industry Association / DeYoung
Seward which includes mountains, a river or creek and forests
Seward showing snow
Seward featuring snow
Photo provided by Alaska Travel Industry Association / DeYoung

Hear the roar of cracking ice on a boat tour around glaciers and find beaches and mountain forests in the state parks of this vast region.

Visit the Kenai Peninsula to see snowy mountains reflected in the cool turquoise water of lakes. Embark on an adventure tour from one of the many operators for a thrilling time with impressive forces of nature. Explore charming historic towns and numerous state parks dotted around this area of spectacular natural landmarks.

Get a sense of local culture in one of the towns. Stop at SewardOpens in a new window for its bustling harbour, Seward Museum and Alaska SeaLife Centre. From here, ride a boat through Resurrection Bay to get a closer look at the mesmerizing sites of Kenai Fjords National ParkOpens in a new window. Marvel at the size of the blue ice at Bear Glacier and Holgate Glacier. Head east for dog sled tours of Godwin Glacier.

Pitch a tent at a campsite to sleep under stars and hear only sounds of animal calls in remote areas.

Travel west to Tustumena Glacier beside its namesake lake. The area is known for game hunting and dog sledding. Further west is the quaint town of Homer, where you will find the Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Centre. Spot the many types of wildlife at this refuge for seabirds. Visit the Wynn Nature Centre nearby for guided hikes of the forest to see wildflowers, moose and bears.

In the southwestern corner of the peninsula lies Kachemak Bay State Park, which is only accessible by boat or plane. See whales, black bears and sea otters in this wild land with no roads. The vast park has a remarkably diverse terrain. Climb coastal cliffs, relax on a sandy beach and trek through dense mountain forests.

The region encounters harsh winters full of snow and freezing temperatures. Summers are pleasant with cool winds, making for ideal picnic and hiking conditions.

The peninsula juts out from the southern part of Alaska between the Cook Inlet and the Gulf of Alaska. Start in Chugach State Park and head south. Seward is the southern terminus of the Alaska Railroad and Homer marks the end of the North American highway network.

Discover extraordinary wildlife and vegetation in Kenai Peninsula, a land of spectacular glaciers and fjords.

Where to stay in Kenai Peninsula

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Questa Woods

While there might not be top attractions in Questa Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park.

Questa Woods
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Sunrise

If you're spending some time in Sunrise, Girdwood Park and Alyeska Ski Resort are top sights worth seeing.

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Old Mill

If you're spending some time in Old Mill, Seward Boat Harbor and Seward Waterfront Park are top sights worth seeing.

Old Mill
Breeze Inn

Breeze Inn

3 out of 5
303 North Harbor Drive, Seward, AK
The price is Rp4.834.531 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp4.834.531
Rp5.366.330 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seward. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,022 reviews)
"Perfect location! Everyone was super accommodating and so nice. They even held our luggage after check out while we did things before our train left and gave us a ride to the train station. Rooms are very basic but had everything we needed."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Breeze Inn
Hotel Seward

Hotel Seward

2.5 out of 5
221 5th Ave, Seward, AK
Stay at this historic hotel in Seward. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free cruise terminal shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy beds ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"Historical old time charm."

Reviewed on 9 Aug 2025

Hotel Seward
Seward Windsong Lodge

Seward Windsong Lodge

3 out of 5
31772 Herman Leirer Road, Seward, AK
The price is Rp3.037.347 per night from 15 Sept to 16 Sept
Rp3.037.347
Rp3.444.894 total
15 Sept - 16 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Seward. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (450 reviews)
Wonderful!
"I had a wonderful experience during my stay. The room was as described and extremely clean. The lobby was beautiful with a cozy fireplace for the chilly/cloudy day I arrived. My only regret was that I only needed to stay one night. If I go back to Seward, I will definitely be booking it here ..."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Seward Windsong Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Glacier View Cabins

Glacier View Cabins

2 out of 5
59565 East End Road, Homer, AK
Stay at this property in Homer. Enjoy free parking and a picnic area. Popular attractions Wynn Nature Center and Homer Golf Course are located nearby.
9.6/10 Exceptional! (332 reviews)
"Outside of town, nice to be away from all the hubbub but still close enough to resupply easily. Pack in and out essentially. Good kitchenette accomodations (plates, cookware, salt/pepper, coffee fixings). Great little place to get away. 2 small cons: Payment was required much sooner than check in, ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Glacier View Cabins
Midnight Sun Log Cabins

Midnight Sun Log Cabins

2 out of 5
Mile 28.9 - 34847 Seward HWY, Moose Pass, AK
Stay at this cabin in Moose Pass. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Grant Lake Trail and Upper Trail Lake are located nearby.
8.4/10 Very Good! (262 reviews)
"Great space for our family to stay"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Midnight Sun Log Cabins
Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge

Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge

2.5 out of 5
19702 Hope Hwy, Hope, AK
Stay at this cabin in Hope. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and a garden. Popular attractions Hope & Sunrise Museum and Hope - Sunrise Community Library are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
Cute cabin vibe
"This place was really cute. It has a lot to offer with the lake the snore area. We really enjoyed it. Just note that the showers and bathrooms are not in the cabin."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2025

Hope Alaska's Bear Creek Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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