14 Things to do and eat in Anchorage, Alaska

Anchorage, Alaska is a great town nestled in between imposing mountains and a beautiful bay. The town is a perfect jumping-off point for adventures and also has some fun places to explore and eat on its own. Here are some of my favorite spots I found during 2 days in Anchorage. Let me know what I left off in the comments!

** All of this information was from our visit in June 2021 **

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[ethanmcnulty]

As a resident of Alaska, I have to say you definitely crushed this one and got almost all the best spots!

[attiladerwaldschrat]

What impresses me most, dear Josh, is that you take your father everywhere with you. You are a great son.
4 years ago, I was in the USA for the very first time in my life, in Alaska.
I fell in love with this paradise on earth. Every day I dream of returning there and, if possible, spending my twilight years there.
Thanks for the nice video and tipps.
Greating from Germany,
Attila

[snil]

Going to Alaska is on the very top of my bucket list, it's such a beautiful, unique place.

[Andyakadarkhero]

Anchorage local here, & heres some missed spots-
1-Mt. Flat top, 2-Moose's tooth pizza, 3-Bear tooth theater and bar, 4-Simon & seaforts, 5-Road Runner out door dinning, 6-Kincaid park trails, 7-powerline pass, 8- beluga point & McHugh trail, 9- potters marsh, 10- down town farmers market, 11- alaska rail road tours, 12-ship creek salmon derby, 13- fishing off the Campbell creek trail, 14- Altura, 15- down town square and PAC center, 16- the Captain cook hotel, 17- Fishin Alaska information and entertainment, 18-meril field flight tours, 19-Humpy's 20-5th avenue mall, 21-Avenue bar, 22- new Sagaya, 23- whiskey gulch in the airport for when you leave.

[fl]

Great list!!
To the nature lovers I would add (and highly recommend) hiking up "Flattop Mountain": It just offers a breathtaking scenery!
Also, back when I lived in ANC I just loved going to "Red Umbrella Reindeer": It is a small sausage cart found downtown, offering seriously delicious reindeer dogs!!

[WrdYutubrUsr]

i live in anchorage, alaska, one of my favorite places in alaska is seward, it's a long drive but it's worth it to see the otters and waterfalls!🙂

[dtalbot]

As a former long time Alaskan, I enjoy watching videos about Alaska. You obviously are doing your homework on the cities and places you highlight and your doing it very well. My advice to you. . . keep up what your doing in ALASKA and stick with it and with your style. Alaska could end up being a long time meal ticket for you.

[nevadahiker]

Hey, my homestate! And I lived in Anchorage for 5 years!
The boardwalk at Potter's Marsh is cool too. Lots of times you'll see moose! Plus, the Anchorage overlook from the Flattop trailhead!

[bacquetqge]

My wife and I live in Scotland and have been watching your videos for more than a year now. Thank you for sharing and for always being so positive about these traveling experiences. We also love how you travel with your dad and call him pops :)) Much love to both of you.

[rocket]

I watched this video like a very long time ago. This video has been sitting at the back of my head, and I don't know why, but it gives me so much nostalgia

[ak-northman]

The Alaska aviation museum is some wonderful history. 👍🏻

[martineldred]

21 Years living in Eagle River (near Anchorage) and I heartily agree with your recommendations! Glad you enjoyed ANC.

[trev]

I enjoyed Alyeska Ski resort(55min south) and Portage Glacier(1 .5 hr south)of Anchorage.

[Thialeana]

Anchorage has so much to offer for fun things to do. Two of my other favorite places to eat as a local to the area are Fat Ptarmigan and the Peanut Farm, Also Wild Berry scoops for Ice Cream! Yum!

[nataliegraves]

I live here in Alaska, very close to Anchorage! Love this state so

[OutOfThisVan]

Those donuts look incredible! Make a plan to stop there next time we pass through. Thanks

[buckeyeguy]

I always look forward to your videos Josh! This one makes me want to change up some summer plans & take a trip to Anchorage next summer. That midnight sunset looks amazing! Thanks for all the tips & looking forward to your next Alaska video.

[roamsweethome]

Thanks Josh, I see now that there are some new things to see in Anchorage. Being from Kenai myself, I can tell your viewers that you nearly nailed it. 😉
While Anchorage is our biggest city, it needs to be noted that Alaska has many great cities, (towns), worth visiting.
Also, Alaska is 2.5x the size of Texas!!
It takes time to see it all. If you’re planning your next trip for Alaska, here are a couple things to consider coming from a person who’s lived there nearly 40 years.
Due to its size, renting a motorhome in Anchorage, or getting outfitted for camping at one of our many stores, will be your most affordable options to see all of AK in a short time. To really experience the state, plan to spend 2 months here. The best two months being June & July if you drive in, (yes, you can drive to Alaska), and/or July & August if you fly.
Take the time to talk to locals in the smaller towns to find “hidden” gems that aren’t in most tour guides. Alaska has been the friendliest state towards tourists that I’ve experienced.

[inedenimadam]

Definitely right about Fire Island Bakery!! Home of the world's greatest peanut butter creme cookie!! 🤟

[christopherwateland]

We lived there for almost 2 years. Great highlights and I couldn't agree more about the places to see and eat! I miss is almost every single day! Can't wait to go back. Great video.