The best museums in Anchorage in September 2025

These are the top 10 best museums in Anchorage, United States, ranked by their rating and popularity in 2025. Click a museum for more information about the museum, including visitor information, exhibitions and reviews.

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Looking for the best museums in Anchorage? These are the best ones:

  1. The Alaska Zoo1

    The Alaska Zoo

     Anchorage, AK
    The Alaska Zoo is situated in Anchorage, Alaska, spanning 25 acres of the Anchorage Hillside. This location provides a unique and expansive environment for the zoo's inhabitants, making it a popular destination for tourists. The zoo's setting on the hillside offers a unique opportunity to experience Alaska's native wildlife in a setting that closely mimics their natural habitats.
  2. Anchorage Museum At Rasmuson Center2

    Anchorage Museum At Rasmuson Center

     Anchorage, AK
    The Anchorage Museum, located in the heart of Anchorage, Alaska, is a large institution dedicated to various fields including art, history, ethnography, ecology, and science. Housed in a modern building, the museum offers a diverse range of exhibits and collections that cater to a wide array of interests.
  3. Alaska Botanical Garden3

    Alaska Botanical Garden

     Anchorage, AK
    The Alaska Botanical Garden is a sprawling 44.5-hectare botanical garden situated in Anchorage, Alaska. It is a place where visitors can immerse themselves in the natural beauty of Alaska's unique flora. The garden is open all year round, providing a different experience with each changing season.
  4. Alaska Law Enforcement Museum4

    Alaska Law Enforcement Museum

     Anchorage, AK
    The Division of Alaska State Troopers was established in 1967, succeeding the Alaska Highway Patrol (1941-1953), Alaska Territorial Police (1953-1959), and Alaska State Police (1959-1967). The agency was created by law to 'protect the lives, property, and constitutional rights of Alaskans'.
  5. Alaska Native Heritage Center5

    Alaska Native Heritage Center

     Anchorage, AK
    The Alaska Native Heritage Center is a unique institution that shares the heritage of the 11 main cultural groups of Alaska. These groups include the Athabaskan, Eyak, Tlingit, Haida, Tsimshian, Unangax (Aleut), Alutiiq, Yup'ik, Cup'ik, Siberian Yupik, and Inupiaq people. Visitors can gain a deep understanding of these diverse cultures and their histories through the center's exhibits and programs.
  6. Alaska Museum of Science and Nature6

    Alaska Museum of Science and Nature

     Anchorage, AK
  7. Alaska Aviation Museum7

    Alaska Aviation Museum

     Anchorage, AK
    The Alaska Aviation Museum is situated on Lake Hood Seaplane Base in Anchorage, Alaska. This location is not only scenic but also significant, as it is the world's busiest seaplane base. The museum's location provides visitors with a unique opportunity to observe seaplane operations up close while exploring the rich history of Alaskan aviation.
  8. Eagle River Nature Center8

    Eagle River Nature Center

     Anchorage, AK
    Well-groomed hiking trails, yurt to rent and guided nature walks. Wildlife to come across, scenery to admire. Place for nature lovers!
  9. Alaska Jewish Museum9

    Alaska Jewish Museum

     Anchorage, AK
  10. Oscar Anderson House Museum10

    Oscar Anderson House Museum

     Anchorage, AK
    The Oscar Anderson House Museum is a historical site located at 420 M Street in downtown Anchorage, Alaska. This museum offers a glimpse into the past, showcasing the life and times of early Anchorage resident, Oscar Anderson.

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