Adventure Starts Here

Shopping in this area consists mainly of local, independent businesses rather than big-box retail. You’ll find community consignment shops, authentic Alaskan souvenir and gift boutiques, local artist cooperative galleries, and high-end outdoor gear and rental shops.

• Thriftwood Co-Op
• Great Alaska Tourist Trap
• Girdwood Center for the Visual Arts
• Powderhound Ski & Bike Shop

Surrounded by the Chugach Mountains and temperate rainforests, outdoor activity is at the heart of Girdwood. Nearby options range from flat, paved coastal paths and neighborhood parks to rugged forest hiking trails, mountain biking, and world-class alpine access at Alyeska Resort.

• Girdwood Town Square & Park
• Bird to Gird Pathway Trailhead
• Winner Creek Trailhead
• Alyeska Resort Bike & Hike Trails

Girdwood’s food scene reflects its laid-back ski town roots mixed with fresh Alaskan ingredients. Expect everything from relaxed coffee houses and lively local pubs serving deep-dish pizza to refined, globally inspired cuisine featuring local wild seafood and vegetarian options.

• Basecamp Restaurant
• The Grind Coffee Shop
• Chair 5 Restaurant
• Jack Sprat Restaurant

Entertainment around Girdwood centers on unique outdoor and mountain experiences. Highlights include live music venues, scenic mountain tram rides with panoramic glacier views, mountaintop history museums, and relaxing outdoor hydrotherapy spas tucked into the forest.

• The Sitzmark Bar & Grill
• Alyeska Aerial Tram
• Alyeska Nordic Spa
• Roundhouse at Alyeska Museum