THE MAIN ATTRACTIONS OF ALASKA WITH PHOTOS AND DESCRIPTIONS

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If you are a fan of snow-capped mountain peaks, endless expanses, coniferous forests, fast rivers and crystal lakes - you are in Alaska. The pristine nature and harsh climate attracts travelers from all over the world. A large abundance of national parks, glaciers, sea bays, as well as the striking northern lights have become the main treasure of this American state. But this area is famous not only for its natural beauty. There are also many cultural and historical sites here. All of Alaska's most famous landmarks are included in several hiking trails. Let us and we make a route and find out what to see in Alaska.

Nature

Let's start the review with the most important thing on which we wanted to focus the tourist's attention when visiting the northern part of America. Yes, nature this area beckons travelers from any part of the world to see dense forests, age-old ice, mountain rivers and amazing wildlife. One photo cannot describe all the beauty, so we recommend watching a video review, which will leave an indelible impression.

If you want to take a cruise, prices start from 56 thousand rubles for 8 nights per person with port fees from Anchorage.

Alaska State Museum

In Juneau, the capital of Alaska, in its very center there is a museum, 25 thousand exhibits of which tell about the entire multicultural heritage of this region. Here you will learn a lot about the Gold Rush, Eskimo culture and contemporary visual arts of the locals. Ancient artifacts, sights of Alaska with photos and descriptions, a collection of ivory carvings, and other exhibits will tell about the history of the region.

Address: 395 Whittier St, Juneau
working hours: Tue-Sun. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
ticket price: 7 $
official website: http://museums.alaska.gov/

Capitol building

It is known for hosting the House of Representatives, the Alaska Senate and the state governor. The building is so interesting for its interior design and decor that guided tours lasting 30 minutes are organized here. There are many historical photographs, paintings and other works of art inside the capitol.

address 120 4th St, Juneau
working hours: Mon-Sat. from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Museum of the North

The building of the museum, built in the original futuristic style, offers no less interesting exhibits: household items of indigenous peoples, mummies of animals of the Ice Age, various collections related to the cultural heritage of this northern region.

address: 1962 Yukon Dr, Fairbanks
working hours: Mon-Sat. from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
ticket price: $ 14
official website: www.uaf.edu/museum

Alaskan zoo

The zoo dates back to 1969, when local initiators gathered abandoned and wounded animals and decided to create a place where children could see animals and receive useful information about them. Today it is a full-fledged zoo, home to about 100 birds and animals that live in Alaska.

Address: 4731 O'Malley Rd, Anchorage
working hours: daily from 10 am to 4 pm.
ticket price: 15 $
official website: https://www.alaskazoo.org/

Macaulay Salmon Incubator

Interesting places in Alaska are represented by the salmon hatchery, where populations of chum salmon, sockeye and other salmon are bred. Here you can watch the underwater life of salmon, stand in front of different aquariums, watch the fish emerge from the river through the viewing window, learn a lot of useful information.

Address: 2697 Channel Drive, Juneau
working hours from 10 to 18 hours.
ticket price: 5 $
official website: http://www.dipac.net/.

Glacier Bay National Park

Located in the southeast of Alaska, near the city of Juneau. Occupies an area of more than 13 thousand square meters. km. protected places. All natural resources of the park, be it vegetation, glaciers, animals or marine life, are protected by UNESCO and are a natural world heritage. You can get to know the park on boat trips or cruise ships.

address: 1 Park Road Gustavus
working hours: from 6 to 23 hours.
no visit fee
official website: http://www.nps.gov/glba/index.htm

Glacial gardens

Among the glaciers, there are also beautiful places in Alaska, like botanical gardens with lush green tropical forests. You will see the unique flower towers, the guide will gladly tell you about the life of plants and animals, and the excursion on board the open bus will leave an impression of the pristine forest on Thunder Mountain, stunning views of Juneau and Alaska from the observation deck. “The glacier gardens are wheelchair accessible. There are wide paths, comfortable toilets and the possibility of transportation to Thunder Mountain ”.

Address: 7600 Glacier Highway, Juneau
official website: http://www.glaciergardens.com/

Historical Park "Totem Byte"

When, at the beginning of the 20th century, the indigenous people of Alaska had to move closer to the developed cities in search of livelihoods, their villages and household items began to collapse and become overgrown with forests. The government decided to save the monuments of everyday life and totem poles were restored. Today it is a historical complex with specimens of totems, the dwelling of the leader and other items.

address: 601 Deermount St, Ketchikan
working hours: Mon-Sat. from 13 to 17 hours
ticket price: 6 $

Salon "Red Onion"

The most popular place in Skagway during the gold rush. On the second floor there were "rooms" and dolls were displayed in front of them. When the girl was busy, the doll was laid in a horizontal position, and vice versa. Thus, the signal was sent to the clients. Now they organize excursions and various performances here.

address: 201 Broadway, Skagway
working hours: from 10 a.m. until the last guest
salon tour - $ 10

Vintage car museum

The museum contains many photographs of cars in Alaska in the early 20th century. They were altered for movement on snow, on rails, and even for chopping wood. A collection of 80 items from 1898 is presented. The very first car in Alaska is present. There is also a vintage clothing section where you can find out how the car influenced fashion. All cars of the museum are in working order, so it is possible to see them in operation in the summer. “Although the building is well heated, it doesn’t interfere with wearing warm clothes, because the temperature is constantly changing. And it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes in order to visit the neighboring reserve at the same time ",

Address: 212 Wedgewood Dr., Fairbanks
working hours: in the summer from 10 to 20 hours, in the winter from 12 to 18 hours.
ticket price: $ 10.

Denali National Park

The beauty of Alaska can be seen by visiting the famous place among travelers, where the grizzly bears have settled. Many tourists come here precisely for valuable photographs with bears. Grizzlies come to the banks of the Brooks River and fish for trout with their paws.

Address: Parks Hwy, Denali National Park and Preserve
ticket price: $ 15.

Chyna Hot Springs Hot Spring

It is a small village northeast of Fairbanks, where a hot spring was found in 1905. Now this is a place visited by a huge number of tourists, which made it possible for the village to grow and develop.

Address: 56.5 Chena Hot Springs Rd
working hours: from 7 to 23.45 hours.
visit cost: 15 $

Cathedral of Saint Michael

The Orthodox Church is the main attraction of the small town of Sitka. It was built by Russian architects even before the transfer of Alaska to America. The temple looks like a Greek cross, a classic dome and a 12-meter bell tower with a clock. The church has icons of St. Michael and the Kazan Mother of God. Due to its historical value, the temple is included in the US National Register.

Address: 240 Lincoln St, Sitka
working hours: from 9 to 17 hours.

Ice and Ice Sculpture Museum

This is just one of those places to see in winter in Alaska besides natural landscapes. Everything in the museum is made of ice: paintings, sculptures, chandeliers, fireplace, bar, etc. It is not without reason that it is popular with thousands of tourists.

Address: 500 2nd Avenue, Fairbanks
working hours: from May to September from 10 to 20 hours.
ticket price: 15 $

Volcano Katmai

Natural objects of Alaska and its attractions are a series of volcanoes, including Katmai. Its height is more than 2 km, and its diameter is about 10 km. The volcano is active, the last eruption was in 1912, after which a crater with a muddy green lake formed at the top, and the western slope turned into a valley of fountains with hot vapors and gases.

Address: Katmai Wildlife Sanctuary, Anchorage

Village North Pole

It is famous for the fact that Santa Claus lives in it and here they deliver letters with wishes from little children. This is a great place to visit Alaska for Christmas. Everything in the town is decorated in the spirit of Christmas, even the mayor's office. And locals try to answer every letter from a small addressee.

address: pos. North Paul, 24 miles from Fairbanks

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

In memory of the events of the late 20th century, this park was created, which houses 5 museums with exhibits on the theme of gold mining. Also, excursions with exciting adventures are held here, you can go fishing, go mountaineering. The park is visited annually by about 1 million people. This is the unprecedented popularity of such a unique place.

address: 291 Broadway, Skagway
working hours: from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm

Historic White Pass and Yukon Route

An interesting sight of Alaska is the 180 km long narrow-gauge railway that connects the villages of Canada and the United States. On this road, gold diggers got to gold places. Now the road serves summer excursion routes. The route runs through picturesque places. A great opportunity to take a photo of Alaska in the summer. During the movement, a three-hour excursion takes place.

address: Skagway
working hours: from 8.30 am to 5.30 pm
official website: https://wpyr.com/

Miles Glacier Bridge

Built across the Copper River in 1910, the bridge is now popular with fishermen from all over the country flocking here during the salmon season. While fishing, you can be distracted by the picturesque panorama of the surrounding landscapes of Alaska.

address: Cordova, Alaska

Bay of Sunday

It differs in that it does not freeze in winter, which allows you to explore the marine flora and fauna all year round. On the basis of the scientific center, you can observe the natural habitat of marine inhabitants.