Seward Highway: A Self Guided Drive of Alaska's Historic Road
The Seward Highway ranks among America’s most breathtaking drives. On this self-guided driving tour, you’ll go beyond landscapes that embody Alaska’s rugged character and natural beauty. You’ll follow a historic route that echoes the pioneering spirit of the Last Frontier, where each mile holds stories of those who carved a path through untamed wilderness.
The tour begins at Potter Marsh on the outskirts of Anchorage and ends in downtown Seward, next to Resurrection Bay’s shoreline. Along the way, Jan and Stan, longtime Alaska residents, will bring the highway’s history to life, sharing fascinating tales of this historic route that connects Anchorage to the Kenai Peninsula.
You’ll take in breathtaking views of Turnagain Arm while learning about its dramatic bore tides and the endangered beluga whales that navigate these silty waters. Along the Seward Highway, you’ll have the chance to spot dall sheep on the cliffs, the only place in Alaska where they’re regularly seen near sea level.
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Seward Highway: A Self Guided Drive of Alaska's Historic Road
What's included in Seward Highway: A Self Guided Drive of Alaska's Historic Road
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Beluga PointPass-by Only
You’ll stop at Beluga Point, a scenic roadside overlook famous for its panoramic coastal views and frequent beluga whale sightings. Please note that any costs related to parking or accessing the viewpoint are not covered in this tour.
Alaska Wildlife Conservation CenterPass-by Only
You’ll stop at the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center, a remarkable sanctuary dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of Alaska’s native wildlife—including bears, moose, elk, and muskox. Please note that admission to the center is not included in this tour.
Alaska SeaLife CenterPass-by Only
You’ll visit the Alaska SeaLife Center, Alaska’s only combined marine mammal rescue, rehabilitation, and public education facility—home to seals, sea lions, puffins, and more. Please note that admission to the center is not included in this tour.
Inclusions
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Smartphone and headphones
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- This tour starts at Potter Marsh Wildlife Viewing Boardwalk. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End Points
- The tour ends in the Alaska SeaLife Center parking lot
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app Create an account Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
