Popular places to visit
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Kincaid Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.
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Prince William Sound
Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.
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Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
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Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
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Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.
Things to do
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Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port
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Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights Photo
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Anchorage Northern Lights Tour
![Premiere City Tour of Anchorage-Mountain views & Native Culture](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4616715/e69629ef-ea47-4734-a56a-ea73531daa16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Premiere City Tour of Anchorage-Mountain views & Native Culture
Top hotels in Sand Lake
![Jewel Lake Bed and Breakfast](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/19000000/18800000/18799600/18799566/3252444a_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![Puffin Inn of Anchorage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/50400/50350/1438148e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 12, 2025
![The Lakefront Anchorage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/300/235/05423d17_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2025
![La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/130000/124000/123931/db773d35_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2025
![Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15000/14929/04d2d636_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2025
![Aviator Hotel Anchorage](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6310000/6301600/6301551/56fe16ee_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sand Lake
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Turnagain
If you're spending some time in Turnagain, Earthquake Park and Prince William Sound are top sights worth seeing.
![Apparently the busiest seaplane base in the world ... pretty quiet the day I was there though](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/19327243720c0727f73f025e8d85bc32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Taku - Campbell
If you're spending some time in Taku - Campbell, Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park are top sights worth seeing.
![If you're stopping in anchorage, be sure to take a few minutes to check out Sweet Chalet. Ingrid is an amazing chocolatier with such a passion for what she does. These are her one-of-a-kind Aurora Bon bons that she hand paints to reflect the colorful winter skies. You'll have your work cut out for you picking out just a few favors with so many creative and tempting options like "Carmelized pear and saffron" "floral earl grey" and "cherry confit balsamic gran ache". First timers are treated to a sampling of the different treats she offers and a free Bon Bon! Can't make it to ak? Check out her website, she offers shipping throughout the US.
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Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.
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Spenard
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Spenard. A stop by Arctic Benson Park or Pop Carr Park might round out your trip.
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Midtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while in the area.
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North Star
While visiting North Star, you might make a stop by sights like Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum and Wells Fargo History Museum.