AKAlaska Travel & Attractions

Top attractions

Denali NP, Glacier Bay, Inside Passage cruise, Iditarod, northern lights viewing.

Best time to visit

Spring and fall offer the best balance of weather and lower crowds. Summer is high season for outdoor activities.

Getting around

Alaska is very large — plan for long drives between major destinations. Major airports serve Anchorage and Juneau.

Quick travel facts

• Time zone: alaska
• Region: West
• Capital: Juneau
• Largest city: Anchorage
• Borders Canada — popular for cross-border road trips

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