Is Alaska Expensive?

Is Alaska expensive to visit?

While Alaska is a popular destination, it is also very affordable and not expensive to visit. The average daily cost is just $0. This is actually one of the main reasons why it's so popular with tourists. When compared to other cities in North America, which is known to be an expensive region, many travelers find it to be a very affordable destination. It's in the top 10% of destinations in North America for its affordability, and our cost analysis found it to be comparable to other cities in the country.

Alaska has a handful of popular destinations that attract visitors. One of the most expensive places to visit is Anchorage. For more affordability, you can see Anchorage.

Anchorage, Alaska

How expensive is Alaska?

On average, visitors spend about $0 per day when visiting Alaska (U.S. Dollars). Two travelers together would spend an average of $0 per day. Prices vary dramatically by travel style and length of trip, but if you stay at moderately priced hotels, eat at affordable restaurants, and use public transportation when possible, you can expect to stay close to this budget. See more travel costs for Alaska here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Alaska?

A weekend trip to Alaska costs about $0 per person on average, based on the previous expenses of other travelers. This includes accommodation, sightseeting activities, transportation, food, and nightlife. For two people, a weekend trip costs $0.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Alaska?

Based on the travel expenses of others, a one week trip to Alaska costs around $0 on average, per person. This includes food, sightseeing, local transportation, accommodation, and nightlife. For two people, a one week trip costs $0.

Is it expensive to backpack in Alaska?

While Alaska attracts a few backpackers, traveling on a budget can be challenging because there are only a few hostels around town. The average cost of a hostel in Alaska is $38 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Alaska.

• $38 for a dorm bed at Base Camp Anchorage
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How expensive are sightseeing activities in Alaska?

Activities and things to do in Alaska can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $0 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is less than the country's average of $55.

• Skagway Highlights Electric Bike Tour with Gold Panning: $110
• Kennel Tour and Dog Sled Ride: $95
• 6 Passenger Whale Watching Adventure in Icy Strait from Hoonah AK: $265
• Summer Mushing Cart Ride & Kennel Tour: $100
• Metal Art Class Experience in Sitka: $235
• Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience - Homer: $199
• Ketchikan Helicopter Tour : $182
• Inside Waters Wildlife and Scenery Tour: $135

Is food expensive in Alaska?

Food in Alaska can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $0 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $58. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• City of Anchorage SIGHTSEEING & FOOD Tour: $190
• Best Northern Lights Aurora Adventure FREE Portraits & Hot Pizza : $300
• Kenai Fjords Glacier Dinner Cruise from Seward: $213

Is transportation expensive in Alaska?

The prices of local transportation in Alaska can vary by the type of transit used. Other travelers have spent an average of $0 on local transportation per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $46. To save money, take public transit whenever possible, as it will almost always be cheaper than a taxi or private driver.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.