Guidebook for Anchorage
Everything Else
Anchorage Depot station
411 W 1st AveGreat way to see Alaska.
Massive park right across the street -- this was actually the Anchorage airport many years ago.
27 locals recommend
Delaney Park Strip
West 9th AvenueMassive park right across the street -- this was actually the Anchorage airport many years ago.
Yes, there is culture in Alaska. A nice place to see a concert or show.
53 locals recommend
Alaska Center for the Performing Arts
621 West 6th AvenueYes, there is culture in Alaska. A nice place to see a concert or show.
Fire Island Rustic Bakeshop
718 K StDelicious local bakery. 10 minute walk.
It's 5 miles, an easy 11 minute drive, from the airport to my rental.
50 locals recommend
Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
5000 W International Airport RdIt's 5 miles, an easy 11 minute drive, from the airport to my rental.
Food Scene
Crush Wine Bistro & Cellar
328 G StOne of our favorites local restaurants.
Good casual place to eat, tasty food, lots of different beers.
118 locals recommend
Humpy's Great Alaskan Alehouse
610 W 6th AveGood casual place to eat, tasty food, lots of different beers.
Fat Ptarmigan
441 W 5th AveGood pizza!
Where the locals go for coffee and conversation. Has been written up in the New York Times. Just a comfortable and friendly place.
7 locals recommend
Side Street Espresso
412 G StWhere the locals go for coffee and conversation. Has been written up in the New York Times. Just a comfortable and friendly place.
Sightseeing
Wonderful for walking and biking, amazing views, great place to see wildlife.
32 locals recommend
Tony Knowles Coastal Bicycle Trails
Tony Knowles Coastal TrailWonderful for walking and biking, amazing views, great place to see wildlife.
The center of downtown. Gorgeous flowers all summer! Frequent festivals and events throughout the year.
Town Square Park
544 W 5th AveThe center of downtown. Gorgeous flowers all summer! Frequent festivals and events throughout the year.
Outdoor market runs Saturdays and Sundays, all summer. Worth a visit.
4th Avenue Market Place Management
411 W 4th AveOutdoor market runs Saturdays and Sundays, all summer. Worth a visit.
Essentials
Walking distance grocery/gourmet store, has everything you need. Includes espresso bar, bakery, pizza and sandwiches made to order, as well as ready to eat entrees.
185 locals recommend
Kaladi Brothers Coffee
1340 W Northern Lights BlvdWalking distance grocery/gourmet store, has everything you need. Includes espresso bar, bakery, pizza and sandwiches made to order, as well as ready to eat entrees.