Girdwood Attractions

Romantic Things to Do in Girdwood

Top Couples' Activities & Romantic Things to Do in Girdwood, AK

Best Romantic Things to Do in Girdwood for Couples

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17 places sorted by traveller favourites

1. Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center

Nature & Wildlife Areas

... great place where you can view Moose, Bears, Caribou, Lynx, Bald eagles, Bison, Deer and more in a natural setting.

2. Portage Glacier

Geologic Formations

Downtown

Amazing cruise to see a beautiful glacier - close to anchorage ( easy day trip)

3. Alyeska Aerial Tram

Trams

Views from top are incredible and there are additional hiking trails, a gift shop/museum and of course a bar.

4. Byron Glacier Trail

Hiking Trails

Definitely worth a visit and even a short hike after the manicured trail will get you some awesome views.

5. Winner Creek Trail Hand Tram

Points of Interest & Landmarks

by HBSnowFlower

Starting from behind the Alyeska resort hotel, the trail winds through lush rain forest, dotted with blueberries and...

6. Alyeska Ski Area

Mountains • Ski & Snowboard Areas

Beautiful area and beautiful grounds with easy access to many hiking trails.

7. Chugach State Park

State Parks • Forests

This is such a great place to hike and see wonderful views of the mountains, bay, and Anchorage.

8. Virgin Creek Falls Trail

Hiking Trails

Open now

The first site are just a short hike in, but you can keep going on the trail and see even more rapids and cascades.

9. Girdwood Brewing Company

Breweries

by Beachtraveler29576

It is a short walk from the Alyeska resort and a good stop when walking to town and then stop again on the way back.

10. McHugh Creek Recreation Area

National Parks

You can do an out and back, or as we like to do when we have visitors, leave a car at McHugh and start at Portage.

11. Alpine Air Alaska

Helicopter Tours • Sightseeing Tours

by carlamichellec

Everything was perfect- from how immaculate the helicopter was, to the snow dogs and puppies, to the amazing weather!

12. Ascending Path

Helicopter Tours • Adrenaline & Extreme Tours

by sandraaK7053UC

Amazing time both in the helicopter and on the glacier!! Definitely a once in a lifetime experience and our favourite...

13. Alaska Wild Guides

Adrenaline & Extreme Tours • Eco Tours

Excellent guide, easy/steady pace along the river, fabulous photo opportunities and loads of FUN!!

14. Girdwood Mushing Company

Cultural Tours • 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours

Nick has some great stories about sled racing and Tyler was a wealth of info about the history of the area.

15. Chugach Adventures

Boat Tours • Eco Tours

I'd highly recommend the raft float for a relaxing, beautiful trip.

16. Alaska Backcountry Access

River Rafting & Tubing • Canyoning & Rappelling Tours

We traveled from Eureka Road House to Nelchina glacier, stopping along the way to take in the amazing scenery.

17. Glacier City Snowmobile Tours

City Tours

by kevingH4166TZ

The “real deal” ride is amazing and took us right up to the side of the Spencer Glacier.