Line 6 · Mountains & hiking

Kenai Fjords & Denali with kids

Alaska

Best timeJun–Aug
Getting thereFly
Good forWildlife & national parks, Mountains & hiking

Glacier and whale cruises out of Seward, the Alaska Railroad and moose along the road.

The Alaska Railroad is a highlight for kids. Book the summer season early.

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What it costs

Example for 2 adults and 2 kids, 5 days, including lodging, food and activities. Gas or flights depend on where you live, so price it from your ZIP for the full total.

Where you stayEstimated total*
Budget (1★)$3,770
Mid-range (3★)$4,570
Luxury (5★)$7,000

*Planning estimate from typical recent prices, before travel, with an 8% buffer. Holiday weeks and school breaks cost more.

Best time to go

  1. JanOff
  2. FebOff
  3. MarOff
  4. AprOff
  5. MayGood
  6. JunBest
  7. JulBest
  8. AugBest
  9. SepGood
  10. OctOff
  11. NovOff
  12. DecOff

Top attractions in Alaska

  1. Kenai Fjords National ParkTidewater glaciers
  2. Exit GlacierWalk up to the ice
  3. Alaska SeaLife CenterSeward
  4. Denali National ParkNorth America's tallest peak
  5. Alaska RailroadScenic routes
  6. Portage GlacierLake cruise
  7. Alaska Wildlife Conservation CenterBears and moose
  8. Seward HighwayScenic drive
  9. TalkeetnaFunky gateway town
  10. Anchorage MuseumAlaska Native exhibits

Where to eat in Alaska

  1. Ray's Waterfront$$$Seward
  2. Exit Glacier Salmon Bake$$Seward
  3. Moose's Tooth$$Anchorage pizza
  4. Snow City Café$$Breakfast
  5. Talkeetna Roadhouse$Sourdough pancakes
  6. 49th State Brewing$$Anchorage brewpub
  7. Simon & Seafort's$$$Seafood with inlet views
  8. Lucky Wishbone$Fried chicken
  9. Denali Park Salmon Bake$$Near the park entrance
  10. Glacier Brewhouse$$Anchorage

Things to do

  1. Glacier and wildlife cruiseKenai Fjords
  2. Hike to Exit GlacierEasy trail
  3. Denali park bus tourInto the park
  4. Flightseeing over DenaliFrom Talkeetna
  5. Coastal Classic trainAnchorage to Seward
  6. Kayak near glaciersGuided
  7. Visit the sled dog kennelsFree in Denali
  8. Fish for salmonSummer
  9. Portage Glacier cruiseOne hour
  10. Bike the Coastal TrailAnchorage

Places change. Tap any name to check it on Google Maps before you go.

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