Guidebook for Anchorage
Food Scene
Best pizza anywhere! Great after a day of Alaska adventures. Order to go or get here early because the wait is commonly 2+ hrs.
347 locals recommend
Moose's Tooth Pub & Pizzeria
3300 Old Seward HwyBest pizza anywhere! Great after a day of Alaska adventures. Order to go or get here early because the wait is commonly 2+ hrs.
Best breakfast in town! But make a reservation, long wait otherwise.
231 locals recommend
Snow City Cafe
1034 W 4th AveBest breakfast in town! But make a reservation, long wait otherwise.
Coffee shop where the locals hang out. It is also attached to a cute gift shop called Picture This.
29 locals recommend
Jitters Where Coffee Is An Art
11401 Old Glenn HwyCoffee shop where the locals hang out. It is also attached to a cute gift shop called Picture This.
Jalapenos Mexican Restaurant & Cantina
11823 Old Glenn HwyYummy Mexican food with fast service.
Drinks & Nightlife
F Street Station
325 F StThey have a big block of cheese! Great hangout spot.
Parks & Nature
Great views of Denali from the Parking lot on a clear day. Gourgeous views from the top for those willing to hike the steep trail.
39 locals recommend
Mt. Baldy Trailhead
12900 Golden Eagle DrGreat views of Denali from the Parking lot on a clear day. Gourgeous views from the top for those willing to hike the steep trail.
Nature center with information and displays about local wildlife; miles of trails with incredible views of the mountains--lots of distance options for a variety of groups.
90 locals recommend
Eagle River Nature Center
32750 Eagle River RdNature center with information and displays about local wildlife; miles of trails with incredible views of the mountains--lots of distance options for a variety of groups.
Several trails go around the lake or up the surrounding mountains. Kayak/canoe rentals are also available.
75 locals recommend
Eklutna Lake
Several trails go around the lake or up the surrounding mountains. Kayak/canoe rentals are also available.
Great family-friendly hike. About a mile and a half roundtrip, with a view of the waterfall at the turnaround point.
80 locals recommend
Thunderbird Falls
25321 Old Glenn HighwayGreat family-friendly hike. About a mile and a half roundtrip, with a view of the waterfall at the turnaround point.
Arts & Culture
Local exhibits, plus a special area for kids.
313 locals recommend
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
625 C StLocal exhibits, plus a special area for kids.
Essentials
Walmart Supercenter
18600 Eagle River RdFred Meyer
13401 Old Glenn HwyCarrs
11409 Business Park Blvd