Experts' Choice Award Alaska Zoo
What the experts agree on
Alaska's only zoo specializing in Arctic wildlife lets you see northern animals up close while supporting conservation of subarctic species. Rescued and orphaned creatures roam the 20-acre park, making it North America's unique perspective on the Far
“The zoo's best feature is the opportunity it affords to see familiar Alaskan animals up close.”
– Frommer's
Lonely Planet "The unique wildlife of the Arctic is on display at this zoo, the only one in North America that specializes in northern animals." Full review
Fodor's "Provides a wide array of programs... that concentrate on promoting the conservation of arctic and subarctic animal species." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"This collection of mostly native birds and animals began in the mid 1960s when a local grocer won a promotional prize from the Crown Zellerbach paper company. " Full review
Where "Orphaned, abandoned and injured animals of Alaska, the Arctic and sub-arctic areas live at this 20-acre (eight-hectare) zoological park." Full review
Lonely Planet "Families will undoubtedly love seeing the seals, polar bears and tigers at the Alaska Zoo, where admission is $25 for (non-resident) adults and $12 for children between 3 and 15"
