Activities Archives - My Alaska Trip

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Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Anchorage: Beautiful Views and Moose!

Biking the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail in Anchorage is one of the best ways to both enjoy the outdoors AND see wildlife within the city. Here you'll find information on bike routes (with a map), bike rentals and enjoying the coastal trail viewpoints.

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Activities Kenai Peninsula

Alaska SeaLife Center: Seward’s Cool Aquarium with Puffins

The Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward is the only aquarium in Alaska. This is a great place to visit to see puffins, learn about the wildlife in the Gulf of Alaska, and to support the animal hospital on site taking care of otters, seals and more.

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Activities Southeast Alaska

AK History and Alaska Native Culture at the Alaska State Museum, Juneau

The Alaska State Museum in Juneau is a good place to visit to learn some Alaska history and engage with Alaska Native art. Located just outside of the main downtown area, the walk is worth it and it's a great addition to a visit to Juneau.

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Activities Southeast Alaska

Sealaska Heritage Institute: a Great Tlingit Art and Culture Experience in Juneau

The Sealaska Heritage Institute in Juneau, Alaska is a great place to see both modern and antique Tlingit art. With stories and exhibits, the Sealaska Center is a good place to visit with kids when you're in Juneau.

Activities Anchorage Area

The Anchorage Museum: Beautiful Art and Alaska Native Culture

The Anchorage Museum is a great place to experience both Alaskan art and Alaska Native culture. The combination of history, local Alaska art and a Smithsonian collection of Native Alaska exhibits make it an ideal addition to your time in Anchorage.

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Activities Anchorage Area

Visiting the Fascinating Alaska Native Heritage Center in Anchorage

The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a great addition to a trip through Anchorage, AK. Located just outside of town this is an ideal spot to learn about the indigenous peoples of Alaska and see interesting exhibits about current and past Alaska Native cultural practices.

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Activities Travel Planning

Alaska Native or Native Alaskan? There is an important difference!

Being Alaska Native or native Alaskan are different things. When you visit Alaska it's important to take time to learn about the cultures and history of the people of Alaska. See where you can visit to learn about Alaskan indigenous cultures and how you can respectfully visit AK.

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Activities Kenai Peninsula

Russian River: the Kenai Peninsula’s Best Spot for Bears, Salmon and Eagles

The Russian River on the Kenai Peninsula is one of the best places in Southcentral Alaska for seeing brown bears and bald eagles. Famous for its salmon runs, see what else you can do on the Russian River besides fishing, including trails and wildlife watching.

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Activities Southeast Alaska

Visiting Mendenhall Glacier, a Beautiful Juneau Must-See

Mendenhall Glacier near Juneau is a beautiful day trip from town with accessible trails, a great visitor center and awesome waterfall. See hiking options, ways to visit the glacier and more tips for adding Mendenhall to your time in Juneau.

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Activities MatSu Valley

The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer – a Unique Alaskan Experience

The Musk Ox Farm in Palmer is a one of a kind place to visit, sharing one of the most unique creatures in Alaska. Learn about the musk ox, qiviut (wool) and more with a visit to this fun farm.