Downtown Anchorage Travel Guide
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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.
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.
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Alaska - Anchorage during your visit to Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Downtown Anchorage
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Room had shortage of towels, hand towels, and wash cloths in the room. Only had one of each for three people staying. Desk told us there were issues with employees the past day and no clean towels were available. Purchased two sets of towels at Walmart. Management is inefficient if they have allowed ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
"After several nights of miserable hotels in Anchorage, we were so happy to find this one! Amazing bed, pillows, comforter."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Sheraton Anchorage Hotel
"The staff was awesome and welcoming. I had an issue with my primary room and they were able to switch my room with zero problems. The breakfast was good. Easy parking. The building was under construction when I arrived. Actually my 2nd stay at the location."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
"It’s very bare bones; fine for a quick work trip. The walls are very thin; you can hear your neighbors opening and closing their doors and moving around. The blinds were broken in my room, and they didn’t attempt to service the room until the evening of day 3 into my stay, which I had to say no to ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hilton Anchorage
"Very clean and perfect size room for a night away"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Clarion Suites Anchorage Downtown
"Always reasonable in pricing . Rooms are huge too"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Anchorage
Bootlegger Cove
If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center are top sights worth seeing.
South Addition
While visiting South Addition, you might make a stop by sights like Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum.
Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Mulcahy Stadium and Anchorage Football Stadium.
North Star
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in North Star and surrounding area, you can visit Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Anchorage Football Stadium.
Rogers Park
Visitors to Rogers Park enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park is worth a stop.
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.
