Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson February 2026 | Expedia.ca [Hotels in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson](https://expedia.ca/Joint-Base-Elmendorf-Richardson-Hotels.d6324305.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Joint-Base-Elmendorf-Richardson.d6324305.Car-Rental-Guide)[Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Joint-Base-Elmendorf-Richardson.d6324305.Destination-Travel-Guides) # What to do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, AK ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Types of activities [Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Joint-Base-Elmendorf-Richardson.dx6324305) ![Aerial view of Anchorage, Alaska from the Point MacKenzie area. Joint Base Elmendorf - Richardson, downtown, midtown, Knik Arm, and Chugach mountains. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324305/9696a231-e616-4a67-a9bd-6e41efd0c8b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Aerial view of Anchorage, Alaska from the Point MacKenzie area. Joint Base Elmendorf - Richardson, downtown, midtown, Knik Arm, and Chugach mountains. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324305/9696a231-e616-4a67-a9bd-6e41efd0c8b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mama Bear Stare](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324305/99a1f631-bfa9-46eb-8094-52e20c1c137c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mama Bear](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324305/1428360a-cb3e-4d90-ae0c-46d511b8f8d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Fun little ski hill near anchorage Alaska #adventure](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/381/fcd0f027-a935-4041-911a-89bd5554bdb7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Attractions Let Expedia help you experience the best that Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes. #### Activities and Tours Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind. If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights. #### Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson Attractions Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ### Most fun & popular experiences in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson ### Tours & day trips [See all 59 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&filter.categories=ToursDayTrips) ![Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1039690/443ef83a-d66b-4977-a231-c22fd1544449.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage 6h 10/10 47 reviews Free cancellation available CA $300 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-wilderness-wildlife-glacier-experience.a1039690.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Willow: Traditional Alaskan Dog Sledding Ride](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48163317/bcaddb83-aa51-404a-bd96-2ce91adb3b5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Willow: Traditional Alaskan Dog Sledding Ride 1h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $243 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/willow-traditional-alaskan-dog-sledding-ride.a48163317.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage Northern Lights Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/690029/3b11b3eb-471a-4900-b8af-69f533f3a81d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage Northern Lights Tour 9h 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $482 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-northern-lights-tour.a690029.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47624549/782618f7-bd66-43cc-9878-ae01517e8c77.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife 3h 8.6/10 4 reviews Free cancellation available CA $80 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorages-winter-city-tour.a47624549.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Seward Highway Scenic Drive Return Anchorage to Seward](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50789309/a984a159-3ab0-4b1c-bf10-bd1019e2d6d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Seward Highway Scenic Drive Return Anchorage to Seward 3h Free cancellation available CA $54 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/seward-highway-scenic-drive-return-anchorage-to-seward.a50789309.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48603892/395eb5a9-bccf-45c9-b809-930a8edd9813.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port 6h 30m Free cancellation available CA $271 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/private-whittier-to-anchorage-full-day-tour-from-the-port.a48603892.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Winter Waterfall Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1815769/fc8047d6-bf9b-4ed6-85d2-f786a4a6c65c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Winter Waterfall Walk 3h 10/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $176 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/winter-waterfall-walk.a1815769.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5083804/bdb57d8a-7c21-4f66-bdbb-eddc7038f96b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket 8.4/10 5 reviews Free cancellation available CA $34 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-museum-general-admission-ticket.a5083804.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45056283/6d5b2256-c639-4d70-8fc2-b8302244ac5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour 8h 30m 10/10 8 reviews Free cancellation available CA $422 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/full-day-matanuska-glacier-hike-and-tour.a45056283.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46353553/d71ed9fe-5980-4fce-be7b-2ea5730df4af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour 7h 9/10 6 reviews Free cancellation available CA $241 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/year-round-glacier-view-wildlife-anchorage-adventure-tour.a46353553.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ### Food, drink & nightlife [See all 8 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&filter.categories=FoodDrinkNightlife) ![Wildlife Centre with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48435113/86d6d3a3-57aa-475f-a884-cb99f4799470.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wildlife Centre with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling 5h Free cancellation available CA $266 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-conservation-centre-with-lunch-local-beer-sampling.a48435113.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage City Tour w/ Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47966184/bf300514-5ea9-4586-b9ed-71ee84b00d66.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage City Tour w/ Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage 3h 30m 9.4/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $94 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-city-tour-w-wild-smoked-salmon-reindeer-sausage.a47966184.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage Sightseeing and Food Tour - Available All Year Long!](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/45684991/7a4f42ed-f316-4861-b623-de3e7552f135.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage Sightseeing and Food Tour - Available All Year Long! 4h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $266 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-culinary-and-sightseeing-van-tour-in-anchorage-new-for-2023.a45684991.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage: Chocolate and Wine Tasting Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50476261/9df04b84-ce30-47a5-b400-31e1bd7c6250.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage: Chocolate and Wine Tasting Tour 3h Free cancellation available CA $150 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-chocolate-and-wine-tasting-tour.a50476261.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Taste of the Wild: Chocolate and Wine Pairings in the Alaskan](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47571744/fc82199e-4ab0-4622-9741-3b99ce941262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Taste of the Wild: Chocolate and Wine Pairings in the Alaskan 3h Free cancellation available CA $148 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/taste-of-the-wild-chocolate-and-wine-pairings-in-the-alaskan.a47571744.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage: Guided Food and Sightseeing Tour by Van](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47911418/01ab7230-e00c-4412-bef5-bc6a4326d104.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage: Guided Food and Sightseeing Tour by Van 4h 30m 10/10 1 review Free cancellation available CA $245 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/city-of-anchorage-sightseeing-food-van-tour-new-for-2024.a47911418.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Half-Day Anchorage Craft Brewery Tour and Tastings](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1383981/d672b5c8-dc80-43b7-ada4-ec769541465a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Anchorage Craft Brewery Tour and Tastings 4h 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $244 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/half-day-anchorage-craft-brewery-tour-and-tastings.a1383981.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![From Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51352826/b7f70e33-1ffd-42f2-9136-173909df1d22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Anchorage: Matanuska Glacier Full-Day Tour 10h Free cancellation available CA $448 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-anchorage-matanuska-glacier-full-day-tour.a51352826.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ### Wildlife & nature [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&filter.categories=WildlifeNature) ![Anchorage Ice Fishing Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47073603/102e928a-b1dc-492c-9c76-6b67dc8cb290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage Ice Fishing Adventure 4h Free cancellation available CA $271 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-ice-fishing-adventure.a47073603.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage: Ice Fishing Trip With Transport](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49504408/ad869f28-215a-479d-8031-c67528ad5167.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage: Ice Fishing Trip With Transport 4h Free cancellation available CA $271 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-half-day-ice-fishing-trip-with-hotel-pickup.a49504408.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![From Anchorage: Alaska Wildlife Centre & Turnagain Arm Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48314123/0a554f8c-429e-4fbd-85ea-0830b8568138.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### From Anchorage: Alaska Wildlife Centre & Turnagain Arm Tour 4h 30m 10/10 3 reviews Free cancellation available CA $186 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/from-anchorage-alaska-wildlife-centre-turnagain-arm-tour.a48314123.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Road Trip through Alaska](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51556770/e44023ec-9da2-4e26-9cf3-24e3f63447ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Road Trip through Alaska 5d Free cancellation available CA $40 includes taxes & fees per traveller\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/road-trip-through-alaska.a51556770.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage: Winter Wonderland Photo Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48249993/7122111e-d2ff-4db0-9bc3-319ccb360c8a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage: Winter Wonderland Photo Tour 4h Free cancellation available CA $273 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-winter-wonderland-photo-tour.a48249993.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ### Winter activities [See all 4 activities](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/search?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&filter.categories=Winteractivities) ![Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48174396/9114449e-e1e2-4eb4-99fd-4af21879b872.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting 8h 30m 10/10 2 reviews Free cancellation available CA $422 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/guided-tour-on-matanuska-glacier-w-alaska-honey-wine-tasting.a48174396.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Anchorage Ice Fishing Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47073603/102e928a-b1dc-492c-9c76-6b67dc8cb290.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Anchorage Ice Fishing Adventure 4h Free cancellation available CA $271 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-ice-fishing-adventure.a47073603.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer and Winter](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49460944/4eff47c3-0865-4fe2-a708-990cc45749fe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer and Winter 8h Free cancellation available CA $429 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/matanuska-glacier-hike-with-lunch.a49460944.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![Sleigh Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48972688/14490ae5-e8f1-4eaa-b57f-123fdf859f53.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Sleigh Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage 5h Free cancellation available CA $407 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do/sleigh-dog-ride-and-scenic-drive-from-anchorage.a48972688.activity-details?&rid=6324305&location=Joint+Base+Elmendorf-Richardson&swp=off) ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. 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[Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=ACTIVITIES_SPRING_PROMO_6324305) ## Recommended things to do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson | Number of things to do | 69 | | ------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | | Cheapest thing to do on Expedia | [Royal Exploration Scavenger Hunt Game in Anchorage](/things-to-do/royal-exploration-scavenger-hunt-game-in-anchorage.a3287091.activity-details): CA $14 | | Top 5 things to do | [Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/anchorage-museum-general-admission-ticket.a5083804.activity-details)[Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife](/things-to-do/anchorages-winter-city-tour.a47624549.activity-details)[Anchorage Northern Lights Tour](/things-to-do/anchorage-northern-lights-tour.a690029.activity-details)[Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage](/things-to-do/anchorage-wilderness-wildlife-glacier-experience.a1039690.activity-details)[Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage](/things-to-do/anchorage-city-tour-w-taste-of-wild-smoked-salmon-reindeer-sausage.a1384000.activity-details) | | Half-day tours | [Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife](/things-to-do/anchorages-winter-city-tour.a47624549.activity-details)[Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage](/things-to-do/anchorage-city-tour-w-taste-of-wild-smoked-salmon-reindeer-sausage.a1384000.activity-details)[Willow: Traditional Alaskan Dog Sledding Ride](/things-to-do/willow-traditional-alaskan-dog-sledding-ride.a48163317.activity-details)[Alaska Wildlife Conservation Centre Express](/things-to-do/alaska-wildlife-conservation-centre-express.a2455253.activity-details)[Seward Highway Scenic Drive Return Anchorage to Seward](/things-to-do/seward-highway-scenic-drive-return-anchorage-to-seward.a50789309.activity-details) | | With kids | [Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket](/things-to-do/anchorage-museum-general-admission-ticket.a5083804.activity-details)[Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife](/things-to-do/anchorages-winter-city-tour.a47624549.activity-details)[Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage](/things-to-do/anchorage-wilderness-wildlife-glacier-experience.a1039690.activity-details)[Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour](/things-to-do/year-round-glacier-view-wildlife-anchorage-adventure-tour.a46353553.activity-details)[Willow: Traditional Alaskan Dog Sledding Ride](/things-to-do/willow-traditional-alaskan-dog-sledding-ride.a48163317.activity-details) | ## What to do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson ![Anchorage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060501/8a582248-89ac-44c0-bc89-0072080621ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alyeska Ski Resort Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views. [](https://expedia.ca/Alyeska-Ski-Resort-Anchorage.d6060501.Vacation-Attraction) ![Eagle Creek, Alaska - about 60 moles South of Anchorage. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/381/4196bd0c-7e5d-42df-867f-06c5416eadb1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of Alaska - Anchorage Walk around the campus at University of Alaska - Anchorage as part of your travels around Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-Alaska-Anchorage-University-Area.d6060571.Vacation-Attraction) ![Anchorage Skyline](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060557/7d792456-8d8f-4809-896b-d8179e7e38af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Port of Anchorage Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Port-Of-Anchorage-Government-Hill.d6060557.Vacation-Attraction) ![Chugach State Park showing mountains, a river or creek and snow](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060513/5d6e37b6-bd1e-4a01-bfeb-301d5f72593f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Chugach State Park Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States. [](https://expedia.ca/Chugach-State-Park-Hillside.d6060513.Vacation-Attraction) ![Alaska Native Heritage Center showing a statue or sculpture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060487/ca4f7535-4f1b-4feb-aeec-476b87cbecf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alaska Native Heritage Center Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives. [](https://expedia.ca/Alaska-Native-Heritage-Center-Northeast-Anchorage.d6060487.Vacation-Attraction) ![Anchorage which includes street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6060511/4ef65003-c149-40d7-99d4-120746d7ef13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Anchorage Museum One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state. [](https://expedia.ca/Anchorage-Museum-Downtown-Anchorage.d6060511.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kenai Peninsula which includes a bay or harbour and mountains](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532649850/ffe4de06-5514-4db6-b97c-45f3bee9120f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Prince William Sound Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters. [](https://expedia.ca/Prince-William-Sound-Turnagain.d553248621532649850.Vacation-Attraction) ![This little guy was ready for his photo shoot. #animalsidliketomeet #redfox](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/381/6eaa8f9f-e7bb-43f3-be93-e1560908ae74.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Alaska Zoo Meet the animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails. [](https://expedia.ca/Alaska-Zoo-Anchorage.d6060497.Vacation-Attraction) ![Tony Knowles Coastal Trail featuring forests](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6162780/de531519-c7fd-42aa-a30c-68a64f46507f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Tony Knowles Coastal Trail Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system. [](https://expedia.ca/Tony-Knowles-Coastal-Trail-Downtown-Anchorage.d6162780.Vacation-Attraction) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson ![Anchorage showing a sunset and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/178230/b84e0104-5f51-4378-84a1-265a89aa14cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Anchorage ![Ice berg visible didn’t even see it the day before. Huge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/381/b92f3ce9-77c7-4840-a858-58a3243ff65f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Eagle River ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson worth visiting? ### How do I spend a day in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson? ### What is the top tourist attraction in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson? ### Is three days enough to stay in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson? ### What are some activities to do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson with kids? > - [Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-museum-general-admission-ticket.a5083804.activity-details) > - [Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorages-winter-city-tour.a47624549.activity-details) > - [Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/anchorage-wilderness-wildlife-glacier-experience.a1039690.activity-details) > - [Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/year-round-glacier-view-wildlife-anchorage-adventure-tour.a46353553.activity-details) > - [Willow: Traditional Alaskan Dog Sledding Ride](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/willow-traditional-alaskan-dog-sledding-ride.a48163317.activity-details) ### What to do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson for adults? ### Are there free things to do in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson? ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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