From the Alaska Zoo and Imaginarium to moose spotting and Portage Glacier, Anchorage has more family-friendly activities than most visitors expect.
Plan your Alaska Zoo visit in 2026: polar bears, brown bears, snow leopards, wolverines at Anchorage's only zoo. Hours, admission, and family tips.
Alaska's only zoo in south Anchorage specializes in native cold-climate animals — polar bears, musk ox, wolves, and lynx in a sanctuary-style setting.
Discover Alaska's most unusual animal experiences near Anchorage: reindeer farm, musk ox tours, wildlife conservation center, zoo, and SeaLife Center.
Alaska's only zoo sits in south Anchorage, home to polar bears, wolverines, lynx, musk oxen, and subarctic wildlife you can't see anywhere else.
A local family guide to Alaska wildlife centers near Anchorage, from Alaska Zoo to the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center and easy wildlife add-ons.
Plan the best family activities in Anchorage this summer with kid-friendly museums, wildlife spots, cultural stops, trails, and easy local meal ideas.
Planning an Alaska Zoo day with kids? Use these Anchorage insider tips on timing, must-see animals, what to pack, and the best nearby places to eat after.
Planning Anchorage with kids? These 3 outdoor adventures keep ages 4-12 engaged, with local tips on timing, parking, what to pack, and how long to stay.