The next time you have family or friends in town, treat them to a true Alaskan experience by taking them to one of these lesser-known attractions from around the state. Of course, there are already endless amounts of things to do for tourists in Alaska, but all too often those major attractions distract people from visiting other really awesome little stops during their stay. Here are some underrated, fun places to take an out-of-towner the next chance you get!
- Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure in Juneau
oklanica | Flickr Your visitors won’t forget the upside down trees or vast canopies of Alaska’s rainforest. This trip is a must for anyone in Juneau.
- The Hammer Museum in Haines
Sean Hoyer | Flickr The Hammer Museum is unique and fun. It’s a great place with a lot of history, plus the owner does a little exhibit which is always worth a laugh.
- The Homer Spit
Brian | Flickr Why not spend an afternoon combing the shores of Homer’s spit. Enjoy the sun, watch for birds and other wildlife, and wrap it all up with a brew at the Salty Dawg just at the end of the spit.
- Shrine of St. Therese in Juneau
dancingnomad3 | Flickr Take family and friends to view this incredible shrine deep in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
- Southeast Alaska Discovery Center in Ketchikan
Doreeno | Flickr The rainforest exhibit makes this stop worth it.
- Fountainhead Antique Auto Museum in Fairbanks
Amy Meredith | Flickr If you ever have a visitor that loves automobiles, then you know right where to take them.
- UA Museum of the North in Fairbanks
Eric | Flickr Located on the UAF campus, the Museum of the North is rich with history and filled with really unique exhibits.
- Totem Bight State Park in Ketchikan
Dan Nguyen | Flickr Enjoy learning about Alaska Native culture while you explore this gorgeous 33-acre state park!
- The Arctic Circle off Dalton Highway
Terry Feuerborn | Flickr You can take an out-of-towner to watch the midnight sun circle around them (as long as it’s the right time of year.)
Where are your favorite spots to take out-of-town guests?
oklanica | Flickr
Your visitors won’t forget the upside down trees or vast canopies of Alaska’s rainforest. This trip is a must for anyone in Juneau.
Sean Hoyer | Flickr
The Hammer Museum is unique and fun. It’s a great place with a lot of history, plus the owner does a little exhibit which is always worth a laugh.
Brian | Flickr
Why not spend an afternoon combing the shores of Homer’s spit. Enjoy the sun, watch for birds and other wildlife, and wrap it all up with a brew at the Salty Dawg just at the end of the spit.
dancingnomad3 | Flickr
Take family and friends to view this incredible shrine deep in the heart of the Tongass National Forest.
Doreeno | Flickr
The rainforest exhibit makes this stop worth it.
Amy Meredith | Flickr
If you ever have a visitor that loves automobiles, then you know right where to take them.
Eric | Flickr
Located on the UAF campus, the Museum of the North is rich with history and filled with really unique exhibits.
Dan Nguyen | Flickr
Enjoy learning about Alaska Native culture while you explore this gorgeous 33-acre state park!
Terry Feuerborn | Flickr
You can take an out-of-towner to watch the midnight sun circle around them (as long as it’s the right time of year.)
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