Weekend Getaways

Day trips and overnight getaways from Anchorage, Alaska. Discover Girdwood, Seward, Talkeetna, the Matanuska Glacier, and other destinations within easy driving distance.

Apr 08
Homer, Alaska: A Weekend at the End of the Road

Plan the perfect Homer Alaska weekend trip from Anchorage with local tips on the drive, the Homer Spit, seafood, fishing, galleries, and Kachemak Bay.

Apr 07
Best Summer Weekend Road Trips from Anchorage: Seward, Homer & Denali

Plan the best weekend road trips from Anchorage in summer 2026, with local tips on Seward, Homer, Talkeetna, and Denali driving times and highlights.

Apr 06
Hatcher Pass Day Trip From Anchorage: What to See and Do

Plan a Hatcher Pass day trip from Anchorage with local tips on Independence Mine, scenic summer drives, winter access, and what to pack.

Apr 06
The Perfect Weekend in Seward, Alaska

Plan the perfect Seward, Alaska weekend from Anchorage with this two-day guide to Exit Glacier, Kenai Fjords cruises, seafood, and local tips.

Apr 04
Whittier in a Day: Glaciers, Kayaks, and Weird Town Vibes

Plan a Whittier Alaska day trip from Anchorage with tunnel timing tips, glacier cruises, kayaking, the Portage Pass hike, and easy rainy-day backup ideas.

Mar 29
Weekend Road Trips from Anchorage: Seward, Homer & Denali

Planning a weekend trip from Anchorage, Alaska? Here is our local guide to Seward, Homer, and Denali for summer 2026, with drive times and practical tips.

Mar 26
Talkeetna Day Trip From Anchorage: What to Do and See

Plan the perfect Talkeetna Alaska day trip from Anchorage with local tips on trains, flightseeing, river tours, downtown eats, and the best time to go.