{"id":11466,"date":"2022-07-04T00:49:43","date_gmt":"2022-07-04T00:49:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/?p=11466"},"modified":"2023-10-24T14:38:44","modified_gmt":"2023-10-24T14:38:44","slug":"15-typical-gifts-from-seward-alaska","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/15-typical-gifts-from-seward-alaska\/","title":{"rendered":"15 Typical Gifts from Seward Alaska"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" src=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Seward-Alaska.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-17454\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Seward-Alaska.jpg 500w, https:\/\/bestplacesto.travel\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/Seward-Alaska-300x169.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You can visit Seward by car, but the drive from Anchorage can take a few hours, so be sure to allow the entire day to get there. The town is located about 130 miles from Anchorage. If you are driving yourself, you will need to allow for at least 2.5 hours of driving time. To see all of Seward&#8217;s sights, you can rent a car. Once you arrive, you can explore the city on foot or rent a bike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition to local art, you can purchase souvenirs and memorabilia from the area. Local artists have created unique designs for souvenirs and gifts in Seward, Alaska, that are sure to bring you back time and again. Try out your hand at gold panging or buy some Alaskan-made crafts for your home. You can even send a box of salmon home as a souvenir. Alternatively, you can take home a beautiful hand-made Alaskan fishing bowl to use as a centerpiece for your dining room table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another great option for lodging in Seward is the Hotel Seward. This historic hotel is run by Mary and Mark, locals who provide helpful service and insider knowledge of the town. Choose between historic rooms and modern, Alaskan-style rooms. You can even rent a lakefront cabin! There is a variety of lodging options in Seward to fit any budget. You can stay in a hotel, bed and breakfast, or even a small cabin on a cliff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can drive to Seward by car, or you can take the Alaska Railroad from Anchorage. The train stops near the harbor. The town is easily accessible by car, and Google Maps is a good resource for directions. Once you&#8217;re in Seward, you can watch a movie at the library or enjoy a leisurely walk through the town. The library also shows a movie in the summertime. The trip to Seward is worth the effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While visiting Seward, consider taking a tour of the sealife center. It is one of the state&#8217;s most popular attractions, and has many local animals. You can also check out the aquarium in downtown Seward. You can see sea cucumbers, sponges, hermit crabs, anemones, barnacles, and sea weed. Just be aware that there are a few rules of etiquette and don&#8217;t litter the town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The town of Seward is located on the southern coast of Alaska. Seward is located at the head of Resurrection Bay and has an estimated population of 2,800 people. It is also the gateway to the national park known as Kenai Fjords. You can reach Seward by car or by train, and if the COVID-19 virus doesn&#8217;t affect your schedule, you can take the cruise ship. The town is popular with both locals and tourists, and you can expect to have a fun and memorable time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a challenging hike in Seward, you should try the Mt. Marathon hike. It is a local institution and a legend throughout the state. The trail to the top is over 3000 feet tall, but you can take a safer alternative to the hike. The 6 mile round trip trail will take you through the forest and high above the trees. 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