4 Star Places To Visit in Alaska, United States (50)

1. 4.5 Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center (7.076 reviews)
   - Easy, Free & Breathtaking
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Visitor Centers • Geologic Formations
   
   
   Mendenhall Glacier is easily accessible via roads from the local airport, cruise ship terminal and state ferry terminal. Our facility and lands are managed by the federal government through the United States Forest Service. Federal passes are accepted and sold as well as daily passes. There is a visitor center with a theater showing a 15-minute film on Mendenhall Glacier, a bookstore operated by nonprofit organization Discovery Southeast, and exhibits on wildlife, history, and glacial and geological changes. Rangers provide talks at various indoor and outdoor sites in summer. Open hours in summer are daily 8am to 7:30pm. Due to wildlife and bears, no food is allowed outdoors from April-November. There is no beverage or food service available to prevent bears from becoming food-conditioned. Nearby Steep Creek is the spawning stream for wild sockeye salmon from late July through early September. Later in the fall, a run of coho salmon spawn in the creek. Porcupines can be seen foraging on leaves in deciduous trees. Beavers are visible early in the morning and in the evening. Learn about Alaska and the natural world around the glacier and lake. Enjoy a one-hour hike to 400-foot-tall Nugget Falls. Other trails lead to different habitats. In winter, the visitor center is open Friday-Sunday from 10am to 4pm and closed on federal holidays. See more..
   
2. 4.5 Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center (3.775 reviews)
   - A great way to see and take pictures of Alaska wildlife
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
   
   
   Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is located at Mile 79 of the Seward Highway. AWCC is a non-profit sanctuary dedicated to preserving Alaska’s wildlife through conservation, education, research, and quality animal care. The sanctuary maintains over 200 acres of spacious habitats for resident animals to feel at home displaying their natural wild behavior. It is common for visitors to see brown bears swimming, moose strutting, wood bison roaming, muskox playing, wolves posing, porcupines climbing, and more! AWCC has been able to provide care for hundreds of displaced animals because visitors to AWCC have made critical contributions in the form of admission fees, tours, donations, memberships, and gift shop purchases. General Admission tickets to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center do not sell out. Tickets can be purchased upon arrival the day of your visit. Or book a tour or Animal Encounter! Book early and enjoy Moose Encounters, Bear Encounters, and Walk on the Wild Side Tours. See more..
   
3. 4.5 Alaska SeaLife Center (3.429 reviews)
   - A Great Aquarium
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Aquariums
   
   
   An education and research-focused aquarium offering underwater views of Alaskan marine animals. See more..
   
4. 4.0 Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway (2.998 reviews)
   - Nothing spectacular
   Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Trams • Lookouts
   
   
   As Southeast Alaska’s only aerial tramway, the Goldbelt Mount Roberts Tramway takes you to 1,800 feet above sea level in just five minutes. On the way up, marvel at incredible views while listening to a narrated tour of the surroundings. At the top, you can embark on various hiking trails, check out the flora and fauna display at the Nature Center, watch an award-winning short film about Tlingit history and culture, and dine with a view at the restaurant. The tramway operates from May to September but the best time to visit is in June for stunning views of alpine meadows. – Tripadvisor See more..
   
5. 4.5 Phillips Cruises and Tours (2.886 reviews)
   - Wonderful Experience
   Sunday: Boat Tours • Sightseeing Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Rail Tours • Day Trips
   
   
   The entire experience was amazing. We got there a couple hours before the cruise was going to leave so we walked around Whittier which was so fun. Going through the tunnel to get to Whittier was also pretty exhilarating! The cruise itself was perfect (26 glacier tour). We saw a lot of wildlife (whales, otters, seals and dolphins) and the cruise was so smooth. Our ship was from NYC and had a lot of history which was really interesting. Thankful they shared that history with us. No one got sea sick because the ship rides so smooth but also travels at 36 knots which is a pretty healthy speed. We got great pictures of the glaciers and really enjoyed the chowder that was provided for us. I highly recommend experiencing the 26 glacier tour in Whittier, as I have no negative feedback about the entire experience! See more..
   
6. 4.5 Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center (2.641 reviews)
   - Nice Alaska history and culture overview
   Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums
   
   
   Alaska's largest museum focusing on art, history, science and culture of Alaska. See more..
   
7. 4.5 University of Alaska Museum of the North (2.602 reviews)
   - Fascinating eclectic museum
   Sunday: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Art Galleries • Natural History Museums
   
   
   The University of Alaska Museum of the North is a thriving visitor attraction, a vital component of the University of Alaska Fairbanks, and the only research and teaching museum in Alaska. The museum’s research collections – 2.5 million artifacts and specimens – represent millions of years of biological diversity and thousands of years of cultural traditions in the North. Museum store and cafe on site. UAMN summer hours are 7 days a week, from 6 AM - 7 PM. Admission sales/doors close at 6:30 PM. Hours are Subject to Change. See more..
   
8. 4.0 Creek Street (2.409 reviews)
   - Charming area of Ketchikan
   Historic Walking Areas
   
   
   Once a red-light district, now an arts and crafts shopping area. See more..
   
9. 4.5 Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show (2.310 reviews)
   - Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
   Sunday: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Theatre & Performances
   
   
   Get all your rowdy friends together and join in the Alaskan axe-tion in this amazing competition of skill and strength. The Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show reflects upon southeast Alaska’s rich logging history and comes to life with thrilling displays of strength and agility. These world champion athletes wearing spiked boots & hard hats compete in 12 athletic events that utilize seven-pound axes, six-foot razor sharp saws, tree climbing gaffs, and souped up chainsaws. Your cheers will turn to roars of excitement as axes fly through the air, men free fall from tall trees, and then run atop spinning logs floating in the water. The show is held in a covered, heated, and cushioned grandstand that includes a rustic lodge gift shop and full concession. This will be one hour of action, excitement, and laughs that is unique to all of Alaska. See more..
   
10. 4.5 Tony Knowles Coastal Trail (1.879 reviews)
    - Fun workout with the chance to see wildlife
    Historic Walking Areas • Biking Trails
    
    
    Popular biking trail along the coast. See more..
    
11. 4.5 Homer Spit (1.815 reviews)
    - Must see if you’re into bears at all. One and a half hour float plane ride in four or five hours with the Bears and one
    Spent 1-2 hours Biking Trails • Beaches
    
    
    Brooks Falls. Must see if you’re into bears at all. One and a half hour float plane ride in four or five hours with the Bears and one and a half hour float plane ride back. It was amazing watching the Bears catch the spawning salmon See more..
    
12. 4.5 Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors Center (1.802 reviews)
    - Strongly Recommend Stopping Here During Fairbanks Visit
    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Visitor Centers
    
    
    Your 1st stop for visitor information. Learn about Alaska Native culture and history. Free world-class exhibits that tell the story of life in Interior Alaska. Wave to family around the world on our Antler Arch webcam. Free films, WiFi, parking. See more..
    
13. 4.5 Alaska Native Heritage Center (1.699 reviews)
    - Beautiful Native Alaskan Cultural Experience
    Sunday: Historic Sites • Educational sites
    
    
    Alaskan native culture is presented through storytelling, dancing, craft-making and simulated, life-sized villages representing each of the five main indigenous groups. See more..
    
14. 4.5 Denali Visitor Center (1.573 reviews)
    - Stop here first
    Visitor Centers
    
    
    The visitor center or the Bus station are the Best place to start when wants to do anything in the park. They will direct you on tent camping, RV camping, hiking (front or back) the bus routes/rides that’ll get you the closest to see anything. There’s also a gift shop, history center, science center, fake Starbucks, & a small restaurant with vegetarian options. See more..
    
15. 4.5 Alyeska Aerial Tram (1.438 reviews)
    - Breathtaking views of Aleyska and Bryon Glacier along with 5 other glaciers.
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Trams
    
    
    The Alyeska Aerial Tram is a three-to-seven minute scenic ride from The Hotel Alyeska to 2,300 ft in elevation and the top of Mt. Alyeska. From the Tram, you can see for miles in all directions – including views of the Turnagain Arm, up to seven “hanging” glaciers, and endless peaks deep into the Chugach Mountain range. Don’t forget to look down! In the summer months, moose and bear sightings are common on our aerial tram rides, too. At the Mountain Station, there is an observation deck providing even more breath-taking panoramic views of majestic mountains, hanging glaciers, sparkling streams, towering spruce, and an array of wildlife. Conde Nast Traveler rated Alyeska ~ "Best view of any U.S. ski resort." The observation deck is a perfect place to enjoy a relaxed lunch or a beautiful evening sunset. Telescopes are also available along the deck. See more..
    
16. 4.0 Icy Strait Point (1.321 reviews)
    - Small cruise ship stop with good scenery but limited and expensive activities
    Sunday: Cultural Tours • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours • Historical & Heritage Tours • Zipline & Aerial Adventure Parks
    
    
    Visited from our cruise ship. Very small place with lovely scenery but limited activities. IMO your best bet is to hike the short nature trails and take the cable car up the mountain for more hiking and scenic views. Would have loved to have done the seated zip line but not at 170 USD for one ride! We had prebooked the bear watch to the river combined with the whale watch and at around 250 USD each it wasn't worth it. We didn't see any bears and found out later that sightings here are rare. The whale watch was OK but we only saw a couple. There is much better whale watching at Juneau and Seward. See more..
    
17. 4.0 Pioneer Park (1.262 reviews)
    - Worth to see
    Amusement & Theme Parks
    
    
    Built to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the purchase of Alaska from Russia, this theme part includes a mock gold-rush town with authentic pioneer log cabins, mining equipment, musems, a replicated Native American village and a huge, drydocked sternwheeler open for tours. See more..
    
18. 4.5 Park Road (1.251 reviews)
    - First 15 miles are paved
    Biking Trails • Scenic Drives
    
    
    Scenic 90-mile roadway that winds through Alaska's Denali National Park. See more..
    
19. 4.0 Alaska Zoo (1.194 reviews)
    - Must see for unique Arctic animals
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Zoos
    
    
    If you've missed seeing Arctic wildlife on your Alaskan adventure, you'll find it at this small zoo, where all the animals have names. You'll see moose, caribou, sheep, wolves, musk oxen, mountain goats and several different types of bears, including polar, grizzly and black bears. See more..
    
20. 4.5 Alaska Raptor Center (1.122 reviews)
    - Teenagers loved it
    Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    Growing from a backyard, volunteer-run operation, the Alaska Raptor Center has become Alaska's foremost bald eagle hospital and educational center, as well as one of the state's premier visitor attractions.Each year, the Alaska Raptor Center provides medical treatment to 100-200 injured bald eagles and other birds. Our goal is to release our patients back into the wild; some, however, are injured so severely they could not survive in the wild even after rehabilitation. These birds may join our Raptors-in-Residence, providing excitement and education for more than 36,000 annual visitors and for the 15,000 schoolchildren we reach through the Adopt-A-Raptor program and Classroom Presentations around the country.The Alaska Raptor Center's 17-acre campus borders the Tongass National Forest, a temperate coastal rainforest, and the Indian River in Sitka, Alaska, and features award-winning natural habitats for our 19 Raptors-in-Residence. See more..
    
21. 4.5 Alaska Railroad Depot (1.072 reviews)
    - Onboard!!!
    Sunday: Architectural Buildings
    
    
    Great experience sent I wanted to take a train ride while in Alaska. We rode, with guides pointing out areas along the way of interest, the staff were very helpful, the dining car had excellent food and the cafe with their hot coffee and snacks. The train was very clean with mask worn by all and sanitary precautions taken. If you've never ridden a train I encourage you to do it. I loved it!!! See more..
    
22. 4.5 Portage Glacier (1.071 reviews)
    - Simply WOW!
    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM Geologic Formations
    
    
    A popular tourist attraction. See more..
    
23. 4.0 Santa Claus House (1.051 reviews)
    - So-so ok, enjoyable
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Speciality & Gift Shops • Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    You really kind of know what you’re getting when reading about this place ahead of time so it’s hard to be too disappointed. Tourist trap? Over-priced gift store? Tacky Christmas decorations? There doesn’t seem to be tons to do in the Fairbanks area (other than outdoor/nature related of course), so this was a nice little stop not requiring a far out of the way drive. It was enjoyable to see the shop. We didn’t buy much due to prices. Santa wasn’t in, but we were childless and so this was a non-issue. Overall I appreciated the Christmas theme of the city itself just as much or more so than the store. See more..
    
24. 4.5 Totem Bight State Historical Park (1.011 reviews)
    - Take a Totem Trip
    Sunday: 7:00 AM - 6:00 PM Historic Sites • State Parks
    
    
    This state park displays 14 totem poles from the Tlingit and Haida tribes. The park is exceptionally scenic as the well maintained path meanders through the woods and opens out to the water. An example of a tribal house is located at the waters edge. Admission is only $5 pp (well worth it) and includes an interpretive guide regarding the meaning of the poles and where they were from. The park is approximately 10 miles from downtown Ketchikan and is easily reached by the Silver Line public bus. Highly recommend a visit ( plan about an hour), See more..
    
25. 4.0 Aurora Ice Museum (979 reviews)
    - Must see if you get to Chena Hot Springs Resort
    Sunday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Spent < 1 hour Speciality Museums
    
    
    Chena Hot Springs Resort is home to the world’s largest year-round ice environment, the Aurora Ice Museum! See more..
    
26. 4.5 Fortress of the Bear (972 reviews)
    - This has to be your #1 on you MUST DO list!!!
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM Zoos
    
    
    A 501(c)3 non-profit educational bear sanctuary in Sitka, Alaska. Providing a safe haven for Alaska's orphaned bears. See more..
    
27. 4.5 Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary (957 reviews)
    - Beautiful and Exciting!
    Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    My husband and I had a wonderful day Ziplining here today! We booked privately, not through the Cruise line, so we had pick up/return at the dock by Austin and enjoyed the zips, suspension bridges, and rappelling. Our guides Mickey and Kora were knowledgeable and enthusiastic. Some of the group saw a black bear, and there were many Eagles. It was an exciting way to view beautiful scenery and the weather turned out great. Definitely recommend this! See more..
    
28. 4.5 Flattop Mountain Trail (945 reviews)
    - It’s Only Flat on the Top
    Hiking Trails
    
    
    This is a very popular hiking trail for couples, families, and pets. About 1/4 mile above the parking lot, you’ll come to a fork in the Blueberry Loop trail; taking the left fork is the easier path to begin your ascent and has mountain and valley views. The right fork is steeper and longer and affords city and coastal views that you will experience at higher elevations after exiting the loop trail. The trail to the top becomes more difficult negotiating the staircases to reach the Saddle, which provides great 360-degree views on a clear day. The last 1/4 mile to the top gains about 1000 feet in elevation in a slow brutal scramble over loose rocks through crevices on a poorly marked trail if you’re determined to make it to the flagpole at the top. It’s easy hiking around the “martian” surface at the top. It took us about two hours to reach the top and one-hour to hike down with rests. Expect sore muscles and joints if you’re older or out of shape. See more..
    
29. 4.5 Sled Dog Demonstration (934 reviews)
    - Dog Sled Demo in August
    Nature & Wildlife Areas • Theatre & Performances
    
    
    We took the roadside hike from the Visitor Center to the Dog Sled Kennels to see the demonstration. Very informative talk by the ranger to start the demo. Very much enjoyed seeing all the dogs, so beautiful & friendly. The dogs were all so eager to be part of the demo - they are started barking as soon as they knew it was time to start. Would definitely recommend this demo. Arrive early if on foot since they are many tour buses that stop here! We enjoyed the area after all the buses left - much more time to really see the dogs up close without all the people. See more..
    
30. 4.5 Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park (927 reviews)
    - Enjoy totem poles and a walk in the woods
    State Parks • Historic Walking Areas
    
    
    While vacationing in Sitka on May 26, 2022, my wife and I visited the Sitka National Historic Park. There is no admission fee. The park was established to commemorate the 1804 Battle of Sitka between Russians and Tlingit's. A small museum contains a theatre with a 12 minute video about the Russian-Tlingit conflict. For me the reason to visit the park is to walk the trails through the rainforest. Scattered along the trails are totem poles. We visited on a beautiful, sunny day and just took a nice, relaxing stroll through the forest. See more..
    
31. 4.5 Exit Glacier (905 reviews)
    - Worth the stop
    Spent 2-3 hours Nature & Wildlife Areas • Hiking Trails • Geologic Formations
    
    
    Hike up the well-maintained path to the top of the glacier. See more..
    
32. 4.5 Red Onion Saloon Brothel Museum (889 reviews)
    - Real old west feel
    Speciality Museums
    
    
    Called in here a for a bite and beers after doing the white pass train ride. Had to wait a short while for a table as the place was very busy. What a fun place. Out waitress was excellent, friendly and efficient. Food was good, beer was tasty and the reindeer fart cocktails went down well. Every 30 minutes they offer a tour of the old brothel museum for an additional fee. Didn’t do this so can’t comment. Small gift shop in here as well. See more..
    
33. 4.5 Misty Fjords National Monument (873 reviews)
    - Misty Fjord near Ketchikan, Alaska
    Nature & Wildlife Areas • Geologic Formations
    
    
    This huge wilderness area includes hundreds of rivers and streams fed by melting glaciers each spring. See more..
    
34. 4.5 Visit Anchorage Log Cabin Visitor Information Center (835 reviews)
    - tourist info and photo-stop
    Visitor Centers
    
    
    The building is very photogenic. Great backdrop to a personalized Anchorage "postcard" or a few. The staff are very nice and helpful. They have info on Anchorage as well as other areas of Alaska especially those for which Anchorage is a jumping-off point (Denali, Kenai peninsula). See more..
    
35. 4.5 Ninilchik Charters - Day Tours (809 reviews)
    - Unforgettable
    Sunday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Boat Tours • Fishing Charters & Tours
    
    
    We just finished a four day long range fishing trip out of Homer on the Sundy with six family and friends. Captain Garrett and Gavin were awesome and went above and beyond to make it a trip we will never forget. Everywhere we stopped we caught a ton of fish, including true trophies of all species we were targeting. The weather was amazing, whales were everywhere, the deck was constantly filled with fish, and we had an unbelievable time. After the trip we had our fish processed at Ninilchik for an excellent price and superb final product. I highly recommend the long range trip and Ninilchik Charters to anyone that loves fishing, great scenery, and even better people. Thank you to Mike, Garrett, Gavin and the rest of the Ninilchik Charters staff for an experience of a lifetime. See more..
    
36. 4.5 Mendenhall Glacier (755 reviews)
    - Learn how far the glacier face has receded
    Points of Interest & Landmarks • Geologic Formations
    
    
    Mendenhall Glacier is one of the most beautiful and accessible glaciers in the U.S., loved for its dazzling blue glacial ice that stretches for 13.6 miles. Start at the Visitor Center to learn about the area's ecosystem and wildlife, then follow the Photo Point Trail up to an overlook for the best views of the glacier, before heading on a hike to the popular Nugget Falls. The glacier is accessible all year round, but is best visited from May to October for the most pleasant weather. Visit the glacier as part of a tour, which can include a whale-watching cruise, a glacier hike, and canoeing at Lake Mendenhall. – Tripadvisor See more..
    
37. 4.0 The Ulu Factory (728 reviews)
    - Actual production site!
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    Interesting to see components being made through a viewing glass. Friendly, knowledgeable staff. City transit doesn't provide front door service but not much of a walk from tourist/downtown area. Their products are sold in gift stores around town for the same cost, just beware the cheaper versions are knock-offs made overseas. Loaded up on Ulu knives for family gifts and they provided flat rate USPS shipping which was a nice convenience. Also, as a side note, these knives can't fly home in your carry-on luggage. Checked baggage ok. See more..
    
38. 4.5 Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary (715 reviews)
    - Amazing Stop for Viewing Wildlife and Scenery
    Nature & Wildlife Areas
    
    
    Popular locale for viewing waterfowl and salmon. See more..
    
39. 4.5 Reindeer Farm (705 reviews)
    - Exciting and Educational Reindeer Farm Experience
    Sunday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM Spent 1-2 hours Farms
    
    
    we are more than a zoo! Plan to hand feed and interact with many of our friendly Reindeer, Moose, Bison, Yak, Elk, Alpaca, and Highland cattle. Learn about our Colony History, take a Pony ride and a tractor wagon ride. Please dress for the weather this is an outside activity! In October we have our Fall Festival, and in December we offer Santa tours! We are open year round, closed in the month of April for calving season. See more..
    
40. 4.0 Saxman Native Village (700 reviews)
    - Native Dance and culture
    Historic Sites • Parks
    
    
    This unique park's 24 totem poles each tell a different story. See more..
    
41. 4.5 Miller's Landing (690 reviews)
    - 4 days and 3 nights of the coolest exploring we’ve ever done
    Sunday: 5:30 AM - 11:00 PM Spent More than 3 hours Piers & Boardwalks
    
    
    Millers Landing is a lodging and activity center right outside of Seward Alaska. We have fishing charters, water taxi, kayaking excursions, all types of lodging, hosting weddings, elopements, and much much more! We also act as a local booking center for just about anything you can do in our area, at no cost to you. At Millers Landing we strive to take the stress out of trip planning for you and your friends and family. Fourth generation homesteaders to the area, we have all the local insights and tips you need to maximize your stay in our area, and more! Located 2.5 miles out of town, Millers Landing offers a unique platform for its activities, separating itself from the hustle of the "tourist town". Family run, on the homestead, and still very strongly participating in a subsistence lifestyle, Millers Landing offers true lifelong Alaskan hospitality. Come enjoy our free coffee from our porch and watch the boats and kayaks take off and return. Where the road ends, adventure begins! See more..
    
42. 4.0 Alyeska Pipeline Viewing Point (667 reviews)
    - Engineering Marvel
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    One of the most popular tourist attractions in Alaska. See more..
    
43. 4.5 Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure (640 reviews) from $30.40
    - Such beautiful woods
    Spent 1-2 hours Gardens
    
    
    View the world renowned Flower Towers AND stunning rainforest of the Tongass. Your fully guided tour offers you a unique experience that combines natural landscapes and non-native manicured gardens . The gardens are the creation of Steve and Cindy Bowhay a guide tell you the unforgettable tale of the Flower Towers, named America's Most Interesting Landmark in 2012 Reader's Digest. Bright floral arrangements and elegant landscapes complement the natural beauty of the rainforest and the cascading waterfalls nearby. At the 580 ft level you will find an amazing panoramic viewpoint of Juneau, and the Chilkat Mountains. You return to the lower gardens in the Visitor's Center atrium and hanging flower gardens ! The Visitor's Center features a live video feed aimed at an active bald eagles nest that is found on the property. You can find online at our website as well. The Garden Gift Shop sells garden specific gifts and the Garden Cafe serves drinks, and light snacks. See more..
    
44. 4.5 National Shrine of St. Therese (637 reviews)
    - Wonderful & Magical
    Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    I went with Out the Road Adventures -- super knowledgable about the many different flowers, trees and the history of the shrine. The shrine and its grounds is a wonderful time just to experience peace and beauty. It's a sacred space and I had a lovey time with Lisa Wright, the owner of the tour company. I/f you miss this tour while you are in Juneau, you will have missed a gem that will long be in my memories (while we were there a man even pulled out a guitar as the sun was setting, so I got free wonderful music too!) See more..
    
45. 4.5 Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center (622 reviews)
    - Excellent exhibits and it's free!
    Visitor Centers • Natural History Museums
    
    
    The Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center is a partnership between the US Fish and Wildlife Service's Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge and the Kachemak Bay Research Reserve. Built in 2003 as a resource for the community and visitors to Homer, Alaska, the building houses interpretive and interactive exhibits and displays describing the important work and research of the Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge and the Kachemak Bay Research Reserve.Located at 95 Sterling Highway, there are opportunities to enjoy the exhibit hall, informative videos, regular educational programming, and Ranger/Naturalist-led walks and presentations.The Alaska Islands and Ocean Visitor Center is your window to the largest seabird refuge in the world, with all of the natural wonders of Kachemak Bay right outside its doors! See more..
    
46. 4.5 Pangaea Adventures Day Tours (613 reviews)
    - Not to be missed!
    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM River Rafting & Tubing • Gear Rentals • Hiking & Camping Tours • Nature & Wildlife Tours • Kayaking & Canoeing
    
    
    From the moment our guide got in touch a few days before our tour we knew this would be an incredible experience. We did the three day Columbia glacier kayak + overnight lodge stay, and frankly it was the best money we've spent in Alaska in a long time (we visit yearly, so that says something!) The glacier was spectacular, and Tim (owner and our captain) did a great job of slowing on our ride to scope out wildlife. We saw jellyfish, otters, sea lions, and a curious harbor seal. Our guide, Kyle, was a perfect fit for us, and we felt he kept us engaged and moving but never drove us beyond our physical comfort zone (which for a trip that involved three days of kayaking, felt very mindful and attentive). But the real treat of this particular excursion was staying with Chris at his lodge. All hours of the day we could hike the area, eat blueberries and salmon berries right off the bushes, and watch otter pups frolicking in the shallows between leaping pink salmon. A black bear showed up right in the front yard (small and harmless, eating berries just like we were). It was a spectacular home base for kayaking (we saw seals and a TON of curious otters that came right up beside our kayaks if we stayed still, and a number of eagles), and Chris himself was a font of knowledge and entertainment, as well as a phenomenal cook - we ate better those two nights than most of our trip out to restaurants! Frankly I could rant and rave on, but book this trip! Seriously! See more..
    
47. 4.5 Seward Boat Harbor (611 reviews)
    - Spend time to check it oht
    Sunday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Bodies of Water
    
    
    Definitely recommend hanging out and checking out the docks. You may see a sea otter or harbor seals poking their heads out. There’s coffee shops that you can grab a drink and sit/walk. Watch the fisherman bring in fish and fillet it by either ends of the dock. J-Docks is a great store to get local fish. See more..
    
48. 4.5 Alaska State Museum (593 reviews)
    - Excellent museum
    Sunday: Spent 1-2 hours Speciality Museums • Historic Sites • History Museums
    
    
    The Alaska State Museum is located at the Fr. Andrew P. Kashevaroff (APK) building in downtown Juneau. Visit us for a uniquely comprehensive view of Alaska’s history and diverse cultures including fine art, mining, fishing, forestry, tourism, Russia-America, and World War II. There is a room with a climb-aboard replica of an early sailing ship and fun activities for all ages. Museum admission is $9 for adults 19 to 64, $8 for seniors 65 and older, and youth up to 18 years old are free. See more..
    
49. 4.5 Mount Roberts Trail (576 reviews)
    - Exhilarating!
    Hiking Trails
    
    
    Hiking trail beginning in downtown Juneau that is great for novices. See more..
    
50. 4.5 Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel (573 reviews)
    - Set timed schedule
    Spent More than 3 hours Points of Interest & Landmarks
    
    
    This is the only way to get to Whittier from land (from Girdwood and parts farther like Anchorage. There is a set schedule; you need to plan to be there according to any plans like a boat trip. We entered the 10:30 am south opening and it was right on schedule. Our wait was only about 15 minutes since we knew schedule and planned accordingly. The train goes first, if it is there, then bigger vehicles and cars. It’s a 2 1/2 mile tunnel that you drive 25 mph through and it’s well lit to take a video and photos. Cost is $13 to include both directions. It was pouring rain when we were there so the mountains had tons of large waterfalls. It rained 4” the day before and another 3”;the day we were in Whittier so the river and waterfalls were in full action mode! See more..