Discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime to Alaska with tips and advice from our team of on-the-ground travel experts. Packed with itineraries, maps and recommendations, you could soon kayak among floating ice, enjoy a spot of fly-fishing, and spot bears in the wild - if it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Dive headfirst into Alaska and discover everything you need to know to plan the trip of a lifetime.

Alaska rewards curiosity - discover rainforest trails that lead to craggy peaks and glaciated fjords rubbing shoulders with bustling downtowns. Our on-the-ground experts have kayaked among floating ice in Blackstone Bay, gone fly-fishing on the Little Tok River, and seen the world's largest collection of totems at Totem Bight State Historical Park. Just think of us as your friend on the inside. If it's in this guide, it's worth your time!

Build a trip to remember with Lonely Planet's Alaska travel guide. Our classic guidebook format contains the most comprehensive level of information for planning your trip, including:

• Easy-to-use design that helps you navigate Alaska effortlessly
• Exciting itineraries help you create your perfect adventure with suggestions for extended journeys, day trips, walking tours and activity-led excursions
• Expert local recommendations on eating, drinking, nightlife, shopping, accommodation, festivals, when to go and more
• Inspiring photography and detailed maps
• Get fresh takes on must-visit sights from Anan Creek Wildlife Observatory, to Alyeska Resort, and Lake Clark National Park & Preserve
• Essential information toolkit containing tips on arriving, transport, local etiquette, LGBTQ+ travel advice, useful words and phrases, using money, accessibility and responsible travel
• Connect with Alaskan culture through stories that delve deep into local life, history and traditions
• Covers: Juneau & the Alexander Archipelago, Anchorage & Around, Prince William Sound, Kenai Peninsula, Denali & the Interior, Kodiak & Katmai, Nome & the Arctic

 

Create a trip that's uniquely yours and get to the heart of this extraordinary part of the world with Lonely Planet's Alaska.