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The City of Lights and Flowers

Home to nearly half of Alaska's population, the port city of Anchorage covers a staggering area of over 4,900 sq km (1,900 sq mi) surrounded by mountains. The city was born out of the need for railroads and grew quickly after oil was discovered in the 1950s. Much of the land officially included within Anchorage proper is uninhabited and mountainous; in fact, black bears and grizzly bears are regularly spotted in many suburban areas. Despite its subarctic climate, the city is subject to strong maritime influences. The climate is especially favorable for tourism during the summer, when the city gets an average of nearly 20 hours of sunlight each day. Start your Alaskan adventure with a tour of the historical core of the city. Anchorage is in Alaska (AK). When using our United States trip itinerary maker to make an itinerary online, Anchorage holidays come together around your tastes, interests, and requirements, with us taking care of the logistics.

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Best things to do in Anchorage

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Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

Visit for: 3h 30min

Alaska Native Heritage Center

Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center

Kid Friendly Attractions

Visit for: 2h 30min

Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

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Potter Marsh Bird Sanctuary

Trails

Flattop Mountain Trail

Visit for: 2h 30min

Friends of Eagle River Nature

Nature

Portage Glacier

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Hidden Gems

Chugach State Park

Imaginarium Discovery Center

McHugh Creek Day Use Area

Side Trips

Independence Mine State Historical Park

Anton Anderson Memorial Tunnel

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Anchorage hotels increase room rates during the height of the tourist season, but you can visit the area economically any time of year by choosing a budget-friendly bed and breakfast or small inn. The city's downtown area contains the priciest rooms; most are offered by chain hotels. You can find less expensive rooms at a cluster of hotels located in Midtown, a largely commercial neighborhood with a good selection of restaurants and shops.

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