Natalie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
(By Alaska's finest tours and cruises for $89). You can board your turn again arm shuttle for a guided drive along Alaska's most scenic highway.
185 residents recomanen
Centre de Conservació de la Vida Silvestre d'Alaska
43520 Seward Hwy(By Alaska's finest tours and cruises for $89). You can board your turn again arm shuttle for a guided drive along Alaska's most scenic highway.
Great for families where kids can actually interact with the animals. You can learn about the animals and interact with some of Alaska's history. It located about an hour north of Anchorage. Close to Palmer and Wasilla, AK.
101 residents recomanen
Granja de Ren
5561 Bodenburg LoopGreat for families where kids can actually interact with the animals. You can learn about the animals and interact with some of Alaska's history. It located about an hour north of Anchorage. Close to Palmer and Wasilla, AK.
Flattop Mountain
Anchorage Depot station
411 W 1st AveThe Musk Ox Farm
12850 E Archie RdGirdwood
Seward
Homer
Kenai
Alpine Air Alaska Inc
599 Mount Hood DriveFor any quilter or knitting artists, this is one of our favorite fabric stores in town. They also carry a lot of fantastic yarns for knitting.
Quilt Tree
341 E Benson BlvdFor any quilter or knitting artists, this is one of our favorite fabric stores in town. They also carry a lot of fantastic yarns for knitting.
This is the local Bernina dealer for sewing and quilting machines. They have a wonderful selection of fabrics and notions for all of you quilters out there!
Seams Like Home Quilt Shoppe
2153 E 88th AveThis is the local Bernina dealer for sewing and quilting machines. They have a wonderful selection of fabrics and notions for all of you quilters out there!
Cabela's
155 W 104th AveFor all of your sporting or fishing needs!
Bass Pro Shops
3046 Mountain View DrFor all of your sporting or fishing needs
Take a scenic drive north to Talkeetna, AK (roughly 3 hours north of Anchorage). Explore Denali National Park and hopefully see Mt. Denali with K2 Aviation flight seeing tours and Air Taxi services.
30 residents recomanen
K2 Aviation
14052 E 2nd StTake a scenic drive north to Talkeetna, AK (roughly 3 hours north of Anchorage). Explore Denali National Park and hopefully see Mt. Denali with K2 Aviation flight seeing tours and Air Taxi services.
The quaint Alaska town of Talkeetna, AK boasts lots of activities; like the Talkeetna historical society museum, Ole Dahl Cabin, Fairview Inn, Talkeetna Roadhouse. If you are here at the right time you catch the Talkeetna Winterfest or the Bluegrass festival, or the Talkeetna Trio (made up of two distances of 20 and 60 miles, Fat bikes only). Beautiful rolling terrain with narrow trails, some river running and each lap takes you through downtown Talkeetna. The starting point of the Talkeetna Trio is the Denali Brewing company.
130 residents recomanen
Talkeetna
The quaint Alaska town of Talkeetna, AK boasts lots of activities; like the Talkeetna historical society museum, Ole Dahl Cabin, Fairview Inn, Talkeetna Roadhouse. If you are here at the right time you catch the Talkeetna Winterfest or the Bluegrass festival, or the Talkeetna Trio (made up of two distances of 20 and 60 miles, Fat bikes only). Beautiful rolling terrain with narrow trails, some river running and each lap takes you through downtown Talkeetna. The starting point of the Talkeetna Trio is the Denali Brewing company.
View Denali (Mt. McKinley) from the deck of Talkeetna Alaska Lodge. Sip a local Alaska microbrew on a huge deck overlooking rolling green lawns, forests, rivers, tundra, foothills and Denali rising in the background. Order grilled salmon, let kids play on the lawn and enjoy one of nature's greatest shows. If the mountains are obscured by clouds, that can change in an hour. And if it is cold outside, sit in the lodge and look out the huge windows at the snow covered mountains.
9 residents recomanen
Talkeetna Alaskan Lodge
23601 Talkeetna Spur RdView Denali (Mt. McKinley) from the deck of Talkeetna Alaska Lodge. Sip a local Alaska microbrew on a huge deck overlooking rolling green lawns, forests, rivers, tundra, foothills and Denali rising in the background. Order grilled salmon, let kids play on the lawn and enjoy one of nature's greatest shows. If the mountains are obscured by clouds, that can change in an hour. And if it is cold outside, sit in the lodge and look out the huge windows at the snow covered mountains.
Located in Palmer, AK (about 45 minutes north of Anchorage). Explore the area around the Knik river valley by horseback and witness some of the world's most incredible scenery and wildlife. Also, they have winter horse sleigh rides!
Alaska Horse Adventures, LLC
18810 Walling RdLocated in Palmer, AK (about 45 minutes north of Anchorage). Explore the area around the Knik river valley by horseback and witness some of the world's most incredible scenery and wildlife. Also, they have winter horse sleigh rides!
2020 Alaska State Fair will be held August 27-Sept 7. This is held in Palmer AK (just 45 minutes north of Anchorage). Check out the concert venue and more.
40 residents recomanen
Alaska State Fair Inc
2075 Glenn Hwy2020 Alaska State Fair will be held August 27-Sept 7. This is held in Palmer AK (just 45 minutes north of Anchorage). Check out the concert venue and more.
The 1964 Earthquake shaped this hilly area, which offers trails and an interpretive display. Also, it is located next to the airport, and you can see the planes come in and land right above your head!
82 residents recomanen
Parc del Terratrèmol
5101 Point Woronzof RdThe 1964 Earthquake shaped this hilly area, which offers trails and an interpretive display. Also, it is located next to the airport, and you can see the planes come in and land right above your head!
Rust's flying service is the premier operator of Alaska Flightseeing Tours and Alaska Day Tours in Anchorage, AK. They are family-owned and Lake Hood's oldest and largest seaplane operator. They have build their successes on many long-established relationships with the Alaska community.
13 residents recomanen
Rust's Flying Service
4525 Enstrom CirRust's flying service is the premier operator of Alaska Flightseeing Tours and Alaska Day Tours in Anchorage, AK. They are family-owned and Lake Hood's oldest and largest seaplane operator. They have build their successes on many long-established relationships with the Alaska community.
Our friends run this shop. Great for rentals, bike fitting, and all the bicycling gear you need to hit the roads or trails. Ask for "Grande" and she can take you out on a guided bike trip!
Bicycle Shop
1035 W Northern Lights BlvdOur friends run this shop. Great for rentals, bike fitting, and all the bicycling gear you need to hit the roads or trails. Ask for "Grande" and she can take you out on a guided bike trip!
A great place to buy locally crafted souvenirs and gifts from Alaska!
40 residents recomanen
Alaska Wild Berry Products
5225 Juneau StA great place to buy locally crafted souvenirs and gifts from Alaska!
Go with local guides! If we were in town, we would take you for hikes, but these are the next best thing.
Hike Alaska
721 Depot DriveGo with local guides! If we were in town, we would take you for hikes, but these are the next best thing.
Food scene
This is a great local brewery! Local seafood and wood grilled meats!
211 residents recomanen
Glacier Brewhouse
737 W 5th AveThis is a great local brewery! Local seafood and wood grilled meats!
Spectacular views of the inlet....I like to come here for brunch or a nice dinner to watch the sun set over the mountains across the inlet. Great local seafood and steaks!
185 residents recomanen
Simon & Seafort's Saloon & Grill
420 L StreetSpectacular views of the inlet....I like to come here for brunch or a nice dinner to watch the sun set over the mountains across the inlet. Great local seafood and steaks!
Voted #1 pizzeria in the nation in 2019! You have to say you have been here!
347 residents recomanen
Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria
3300 Old Seward HwyVoted #1 pizzeria in the nation in 2019! You have to say you have been here!
Urban chic spot offering a combination of new American dining with a bar, coffee cafe and kids fare.
121 residents recomanen
South Restaurant + Coffeehouse
11124 Old Seward HwyUrban chic spot offering a combination of new American dining with a bar, coffee cafe and kids fare.
Our favorite Thai restaurant! We have been going here for years. We love the Pad Thai, Chicken Fried Rice, Panang Beef or Chicken, Drunken Noodles. Basically anything you order will be amazing!
19 residents recomanen
Lahn Pad Thai
2101 Abbott RoadOur favorite Thai restaurant! We have been going here for years. We love the Pad Thai, Chicken Fried Rice, Panang Beef or Chicken, Drunken Noodles. Basically anything you order will be amazing!
Soothing option with a sophisticated vide specializing in refined global fusion cuisine. They actually have one of the best burgers in town!
24 residents recomanen
Pangea Restaurant And Lounge
508 W 6th AveSoothing option with a sophisticated vide specializing in refined global fusion cuisine. They actually have one of the best burgers in town!
One of the most popular breakfast spots in Anchorage! You might have to wait a while, but the "heart attack on a plate" or anything else, is worth it!
231 residents recomanen
Snow City Cafe
1034 W 4th AveOne of the most popular breakfast spots in Anchorage! You might have to wait a while, but the "heart attack on a plate" or anything else, is worth it!
Stylish restaurant and lounge specializing in Pacific Rim cuisine, plus microbrews and cocktails.
75 residents recomanen
Ginger
425 W 5th AveStylish restaurant and lounge specializing in Pacific Rim cuisine, plus microbrews and cocktails.
A local favorite for lunch or dinner. They have a huge variety of wines by the glass or bottle, and shareable plates in an unpretentious atmosphere.
54 residents recomanen
Crush Wine Bistro & Cellar
328 G StA local favorite for lunch or dinner. They have a huge variety of wines by the glass or bottle, and shareable plates in an unpretentious atmosphere.
Works by local artists fill this airy coffeehouse that offers baked goods, vegan options, and wifi. They have amazing soups and sandwiches and it is a great place to go and get some work done on the laptop if you don't mind a bustling atmosphere.
111 residents recomanen
Middle Way Cafe
1200 W Northern Lights BlvdWorks by local artists fill this airy coffeehouse that offers baked goods, vegan options, and wifi. They have amazing soups and sandwiches and it is a great place to go and get some work done on the laptop if you don't mind a bustling atmosphere.
Locally owned and operated, Hearth is a beautiful, warm, family friendly gastropub with a beautiful summer patio! They have amazing soups, sandwiches, delicious pizzas, and great salads.
43 residents recomanen
Hearth Artisan Pizza
1200 W Northern Lights BlvdLocally owned and operated, Hearth is a beautiful, warm, family friendly gastropub with a beautiful summer patio! They have amazing soups, sandwiches, delicious pizzas, and great salads.
A warm, industrial chic spot offering an elevated take on American comfort food and craft brews. They also make a different homemade soda each week. We like to go here often and it has a great outdoor patio and local neighborhood vibe.
124 residents recomanen
Rustic Goat
2800 Turnagain StA warm, industrial chic spot offering an elevated take on American comfort food and craft brews. They also make a different homemade soda each week. We like to go here often and it has a great outdoor patio and local neighborhood vibe.
Inventive continental cooking served in an art filled dining room with a wine bar if you want a more casual experience. It is more on the upper scale price wise but it is great food!
23 residents recomanen
Jens' Restaurant
701 W 36th AveInventive continental cooking served in an art filled dining room with a wine bar if you want a more casual experience. It is more on the upper scale price wise but it is great food!
Located downtown. Make a reservation. This has a small venue with new American dishes, creative seafood specialities and a huge wine cellar in an elegant setting. It is more on the upper scale of pricing.
27 residents recomanen
The Marx Bros Cafe
627 W 3rd AveLocated downtown. Make a reservation. This has a small venue with new American dishes, creative seafood specialities and a huge wine cellar in an elegant setting. It is more on the upper scale of pricing.
We love to hang out here after backcountry skiing or downhill skiing at Mt. Aleyska. The sourdough pancakes, cinnamon rolls and fresh bread are amazing! Enjoy the local art on the walls and walk next door to the art gallery to see more from local Girdwood and other Alaskan artists.
79 residents recomanen
The Bake Shop
194 Olympic Mountain LoopWe love to hang out here after backcountry skiing or downhill skiing at Mt. Aleyska. The sourdough pancakes, cinnamon rolls and fresh bread are amazing! Enjoy the local art on the walls and walk next door to the art gallery to see more from local Girdwood and other Alaskan artists.
This is a great place for a date night, or a reason to drive to Girdwood. Girdwood is a ski resort town in the winter and bustles with summer visitors. There are miles of local hiking trails, great downhill, backcountry and Nordic skiing areas, and it's just 30 miles south of Anchorage. After a day of adventure, or for a great lunch stop, head to Jack Sprat. It's our favorite restaurant in Girdwood although it can be a little pricey.
111 residents recomanen
Jack Sprat
165 Olympic Mountain LoopThis is a great place for a date night, or a reason to drive to Girdwood. Girdwood is a ski resort town in the winter and bustles with summer visitors. There are miles of local hiking trails, great downhill, backcountry and Nordic skiing areas, and it's just 30 miles south of Anchorage. After a day of adventure, or for a great lunch stop, head to Jack Sprat. It's our favorite restaurant in Girdwood although it can be a little pricey.
Located in Girdwood, AK. This is Cajun cooking, emphasizing steak and local seafood in a roadhouse, with a Mardi Gras style decor. They do not take reservations so you want to get there early because they are first come first serve. You can wait in the bar area and have a great cocktail.
128 residents recomanen
Double Musky Inn
3 Crow Creek RdLocated in Girdwood, AK. This is Cajun cooking, emphasizing steak and local seafood in a roadhouse, with a Mardi Gras style decor. They do not take reservations so you want to get there early because they are first come first serve. You can wait in the bar area and have a great cocktail.
Delicious treats in Anchorage with one of the best selections of Macarons, the always gluten free French cookie treat.
11 residents recomanen
Sweet Caribou
701 W 36th AveDelicious treats in Anchorage with one of the best selections of Macarons, the always gluten free French cookie treat.
The BEST pastry shop in Anchorage. Small, locally owned for many years, this pastry shop is the best in Alaska. From the Almond croissants to the strawberry tarts, it is worth a stop after a hike up Flattop mountain or just a reason to treat yourself.
9 residents recomanen
Flying Dutchman European Pastry Shop
2101 Abbott RdThe BEST pastry shop in Anchorage. Small, locally owned for many years, this pastry shop is the best in Alaska. From the Almond croissants to the strawberry tarts, it is worth a stop after a hike up Flattop mountain or just a reason to treat yourself.
Specialty grocery store-meat wholesaler-fish market. This is a family-owned company that has provided freshly processed smoked sausages and Wild Alaskan smoked seafood products to loyal customers for more than 50 years. Based in Anchorage, they ship their locally sourced and processed goods throughout the U.S. Lots of imported goodies too!
9 residents recomanen
Alaska Sausage and Seafood Company
2914 Arctic BlvdSpecialty grocery store-meat wholesaler-fish market. This is a family-owned company that has provided freshly processed smoked sausages and Wild Alaskan smoked seafood products to loyal customers for more than 50 years. Based in Anchorage, they ship their locally sourced and processed goods throughout the U.S. Lots of imported goodies too!
It has a theatre pub for brews, food and movies. On the other side is the Bear Tooth Grille with a seating area, great food, and one of the best margaritas in town. Great food with a wonderful local Alaska atmosphere.
315 residents recomanen
Bear Tooth Theatrepub
1230 W 27th AveIt has a theatre pub for brews, food and movies. On the other side is the Bear Tooth Grille with a seating area, great food, and one of the best margaritas in town. Great food with a wonderful local Alaska atmosphere.
This is your neighborhood Bakery! Take the bike trail from our house to Lake Otis, turn right, and make a quick left on 16th street. It is a delicious, locally owned bakery with three locations in Anchorage. They have the best scones in Alaska and delicious cinnamon rolls on the weekend. Be sure to bring home a loaf of homemade bread!
189 residents recomanen
Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop
718 K StThis is your neighborhood Bakery! Take the bike trail from our house to Lake Otis, turn right, and make a quick left on 16th street. It is a delicious, locally owned bakery with three locations in Anchorage. They have the best scones in Alaska and delicious cinnamon rolls on the weekend. Be sure to bring home a loaf of homemade bread!