Southside Treehouse Retreat Guidebook
Great food options
Fabulous food and wonderful wine. Not open until 4:30pm. Reservations recommended.
36 locals recommend
Southside Bistro
1320 Huffman Park DrFabulous food and wonderful wine. Not open until 4:30pm. Reservations recommended.
Fun and family friendly. Coffee bar, full bar and food.
121 locals recommend
South Restaurant + Coffeehouse
11124 Old Seward HwyFun and family friendly. Coffee bar, full bar and food.
Southside Grill
12870 Old Seward HwyBreakfast, breakfast, breakfast!
Judy's Cafe
11620 Old Seward HwyAnchorage hot spot. Definitely go early as they fill up fast.
Sonic Drive-In
1137 Huffman RoadIt's a drive-in! What's not to like.
Sightseeing
Easy hike for active people. Children too, if used to hiking.
There is a lovely, easily accessible to all, viewpoint, that is short distance from the parking lot. "On a clear day, you can see forever" (name that song, from which movie, and by what amazing performer).
241 locals recommend
Flattop Mountain
Easy hike for active people. Children too, if used to hiking.
There is a lovely, easily accessible to all, viewpoint, that is short distance from the parking lot. "On a clear day, you can see forever" (name that song, from which movie, and by what amazing performer).
Potter Marsh Wildlife Viewing Boardwalk
2999 E 154th AveA five minute drive from your doorstep.
Even though the glacier has retreated, the lake is worth visiting.
53 locals recommend
Portage Glacier
Even though the glacier has retreated, the lake is worth visiting.
A wonderful opportunity to view wildlife, safely. Fun for your inner child and children of all ages.
185 locals recommend
Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center
43520 Seward HwyA wonderful opportunity to view wildlife, safely. Fun for your inner child and children of all ages.
Book a charter. We have friends who offer fishing and wildlife charters. Ask us!
73 locals recommend
Whittier
Book a charter. We have friends who offer fishing and wildlife charters. Ask us!
Look at their website for current exhibits and hours.
313 locals recommend
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
625 C StLook at their website for current exhibits and hours.
Wine, beer and spirits
Locally owned with a wonderful selection of local spirits and beer, along with well-known brands.
Wine House At Huffman
1320 Huffman Park DrLocally owned with a wonderful selection of local spirits and beer, along with well-known brands.
Crush Wine Beer & Spirits
11124 Old Seward HighwayLooking for something unique and unusual, this is your place!
City advice
Getting around
You will need a vehicle to explore the local area.
* Uber and Lyft are available
* Take the train to Seward or to Fairbanks. Once there you will need a vehicle to get around.