Seward Highway showcases the natural beauty of south-central Alaska between Anchorage and Seward. From jagged peaks and alpine meadows to breathtaking fjords and crystal lakes, find a concentrated series of diverse landscapes and experiences. See sights such as Beluga whales or dog teams in the winter.
- Length
- 127 mi / 204.4 km
- Time to allow
- Take five hours to drive or two days to enjoy the entire byway.
- Fees
- Some attractions may charge fees.
Who looks after this road
- Alaska Public Lands Information Center · 907-271-2737
- Chugach National Forest · 907-743-9500, 907-743-9476 · their site
We publish 13 places that sit on this road, listed in the order you meet them. This is not a route and not a drive time — it is the names, so you can put them into whatever navigation you already use.
“Off” is a straight line from the place to the road, rounded. It is not a driving distance, and the road itself is a simplified centre line, so treat a mile or two as noise.
AnchorageAK1 mile off
In our guide: 2 animal attractions · 1 lake · 1 park
Fur Rendezvous FestivalAK1 mile offAnnual event
cultural festival at Downtown Anchorage
- When
- Late February
- Since
- 1935
- Runs for
- more than one day
The Arctic Circle via the DaltonAK2 miles off
No guide of our own yet — the name is here so you can find it.
Hilltop Ski AreaAK4 miles offSki or bike
In-town beginner hill with night skiing
- Kind
- Ski Areas
- Bike park in summer
- Summer bike park
The Seward Highway to Turnagain ArmAKon the road
No guide of our own yet — the name is here so you can find it.
Alaska ZooAK2 miles offAnimals
Last entry 30 min before close; Oct 31 Zoo Boo is ticketed event only
- Hours
- Jan–Apr 10–4; May 10–5; Jun–Aug 9–7; Sep 10–5; Oct–Dec 10–4; closed Thanksgiving, Dec 25
- Adult
- 25
- Child
- $12 (ages 3–15); under 3 free
- Season
- year-round (hours vary by month)
GirdwoodAK2 miles off
Also here: Alyeska
No guide of our own yet — the name is here so you can find it.
Alyeska ResortAK3 miles offSki or bike
Alaska's largest resort; aerial tram and hotel near ocean
- Kind
- Ski Areas
- Bike park in summer
- Summer bike park
Portage GlacierAK9 miles off
Also here: Whittier
No guide of our own yet — the name is here so you can find it.
Cooper LandingAK9 miles off
Also here: the Kenai River
No guide of our own yet — the name is here so you can find it.
Exit GlacierAK10 miles off
No guide of our own yet — the name is here so you can find it.
SewardAKon the road
In our guide: 1 lake · 1 animal attraction
Alaska SeaLife CenterAKon the roadAnimals
Online booking advised; entry times can sell out; 2027 prices not yet posted
- Hours
- Oct–early Mar Thu–Mon 12–5; Mar–May daily 10–5/9–5; late May–mid Aug daily 9–7; closed Thanksgiving, Dec 25
- Season
- year-round (reduced days Oct–Mar)