About Alaska
Alaska is America's largest state and one of its most spectacular. Visitors come for Denali National Park, the Northern Lights, glacier cruises, wildlife viewing, and the midnight sun. Anchorage is the main gateway, with Fairbanks offering the best aurora viewing.
Top Cities
AnchorageFairbanksJuneauSitka
Quick Facts
- Abbreviation
- AK
- Capital
- Juneau
- Region
- West
- Best Season
- Summer (June–August)
Best Time to Visit
Summer (June–August)