11 Very Best Things To Do In Alaska – Hand Luggage Only

Alaska might seem like a far-flung state in the USA to visit; but trust me, it’s worth the trip! It’s one of those places in the United States that has a little bit of everything. You’ll honestly be spoilt for choice with all the very best things to do in Alaska when you visit.

From huge mountainous ranges, beautiful fjords, and gorgeous little towns to heaps of wildlife; you won’t know where to begin. Best of all, it doesn’t matter if you’re travelling by road, plane or as part of a cruise – you’ll get to see some incredible places in Alaska.

So, to make things nice and easy for you, we’ve shared some of our favourite spots on our trip. This way, you can focus all your attention on enjoying your trip. 

Take a look, below, at the very best things to do in Alaska when you visit. Have a brilliant time! 

1.) Juneau

Being the capital city of Alaska, Juneau is one stop you’ll almost certainly visit whilst part of an Alaskan Cruise… and it’s well worth getting off the ship here.

We loved our time exploring Juneau and it’s easily one of the best things to do in Alaska if you want to experience a charming city life with heaps of nature on its doorstep. 

Once you arrive in Juneau, you’ll want to take a gander over at the Alaska State Museum, the Shrine of St Therese and the Alaska State Capitol, too. These are all really easy to explore on foot and you won’t need any transfers whilst exploring the city itself. 

Oh, and don’t forget to ride on the Mount Roberts Tramway and reach its top to have an excellent view of the city. It’s such a lovely view, especially on a clear and crisp Alaskan day. 

Depending on how long you’re staying in Juneau, you can also check out the slopes at Eaglecrest Ski Area which is perfect for all abilities. We totally loved the runs at East Bowl.

Finally, don’t forget to book this Juneau whale-watching trip that will pick you up from the cruise terminal and take you straight out to see the resident whales. It’s so incredible.

Just be sure to book these tickets in advance, places fill up fast. 

Read more: What it’s like to sail the Tracy Arm in Alaska

2.) Denali National Park

So, visiting Denali National Park is one of the best things to do in Alsaka – but it’s not the easiest to visit and certainly not accessible if you’re travelling on a cruise.

Known as the United States’ third largest National Park, it’s around a 4-hour drive…