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ITINERARY
65h 51m3,164 miles12 stops
1
St. Patrick Catholic Church
2
Museum of Natural and Cultural History
The museum has exhibits, events, and educational programs. There’s always something to experience, discover, and enjoy at the museum. It's great for both kids and adults. We have two permanent exhibits featuring the history and cultures of the state: Oregon, Where Past is Present, and Explore Oregon. Completely ADA accessible and has all the amenities you might expect in a museum (bathrooms, museum store, activities for kids and adults).
3
The New Zone Gallery
4
South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal
The Tram is a popular destination for tourists, locals and people just looking to try something fun. The lower tram terminal is at the intersection of South Moody Avenue & Gibbs Street --the most transportation-diverse intersection in the country. Besides one of the nation's only aerial commuter trams, you'll see cars, buses, a streetcar, a soaring pedestrian bridge, a cycle track and the densest bike parking in America's #1 biking city. Bike valet is offered free to the public at Portland Aerial Tram Monday through Friday. Exiting the upper terminal you'll see the largest enclosed sky bridge in North America. Take a right to access an outdoor patio with seating and views of the terminal, the cityscape, the Willamette River and, on a clear day, Mount Hood and Mount St Helens. The upper terminal links to the 4T Trail--a self-guided tour by train, trail, tram and trolley. Much of Marquam Hill is a natural area with several trails.
5
Sellwood
Neighborhood with a pleasant, small shopping area with dozens of antique shops.
6
Saint James Cathedral
7
Gas Works Park
From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.
8
Teapot Hill Trail
9
Girdwood Brewing Company
Enjoy local brews and epic views of the Chugach mountains at Girdwood Brewing Company. We have a beautiful timber framed taproom adorned with local art and ski relics. For those who prefer the outdoors, there’s an awesome beer garden with fire pits and plenty of seating. We offer up four core beers and a series of rotating taps. Root beer, cold brew coffee, and kombucha are available for those looking for an alcohol free beverage. Tasters and 12 ounce pours are available to drink in the taproom. If you are looking for beer to go, we fill growlers, sell 5 gallon kegs, and have 4-packs of 16 ounce cans with labels designed by Alaskan artists (for sale in the taproom only). Food trucks are on-site every day, and we have cool merchandise for you to take home. Girdwood Brewing Company is truly rooted in our community. We donate to a number of nonprofits and outdoor adventure organizations. Our brewery also provides year round employment to over a dozen locals.
10
Planet Walk
11
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn’s owner, Mr. Roland’s inspiration for starting this business was his brother, an owner of one of Houston’s most popular popcorn establishments. JGP offers free samples of over 50 flavors of gourmet popcorn. We have gourmet flavors to please every palate including sweet, savory or spicy. If you’re feeling a little nutty, we offer flavors with cashews, pecans, walnuts & more.
12
Four Seasons Trans Group
We provide shuttle services within Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Whittier, Palmer, Wasilla, and Girdwood.
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:St. Patrick Catholic Church
San Francisco, California·
4.0
(98) review
756 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103-3113
2
Start:Museum of Natural and Cultural History
Eugene, Oregon·
4.5
(95) review
The museum has exhibits, events, and educational programs. There’s always something to experience, discover, and enjoy at the museum. It's great for both kids and adults. We have two permanent exhibits featuring the history and cultures of the state: Oregon, Where Past is Present, and Explore Oregon. Completely ADA accessible and has all the amenities you might expect in a museum (bathrooms, museum store, activities for kids and adults).
3
Start:The New Zone Gallery
Eugene, Oregon·
5.0
(9) review
220 W 8th Ave corner of 11th Ave and Oak St, Eugene, OR 97401-2939
4
Start:South Waterfront Lower Tram Terminal
Portland, Oregon·
4.0
(993) review
The Tram is a popular destination for tourists, locals and people just looking to try something fun. The lower tram terminal is at the intersection of South Moody Avenue & Gibbs Street --the most transportation-diverse intersection in the country. Besides one of the nation's only aerial commuter trams, you'll see cars, buses, a streetcar, a soaring pedestrian bridge, a cycle track and the densest bike parking in America's #1 biking city. Bike valet is offered free to the public at Portland Aerial Tram Monday through Friday. Exiting the upper terminal you'll see the largest enclosed sky bridge in North America. Take a right to access an outdoor patio with seating and views of the terminal, the cityscape, the Willamette River and, on a clear day, Mount Hood and Mount St Helens. The upper terminal links to the 4T Trail--a self-guided tour by train, trail, tram and trolley. Much of Marquam Hill is a natural area with several trails.
5
Start:Sellwood
Portland, Oregon·
4.5
(98) review
Neighborhood with a pleasant, small shopping area with dozens of antique shops.
6
Start:Saint James Cathedral
Seattle, Washington·
4.5
(99) review
804 9th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104-1296
7
Start:Gas Works Park
Seattle, Washington·
4.5
(995) review
From industrial sludge to family fun: this urban park features an industrial plant-turned kiddie play area as well as a beautiful lake and picnic area.
8
Start:Teapot Hill Trail
Cultus Lake, British Columbia·
4.5
(11) review
Cultus Lake, British Columbia Canada
9
Start:Girdwood Brewing Company
Girdwood, Anchorage, Alaska·
4.5
(97) review
Enjoy local brews and epic views of the Chugach mountains at Girdwood Brewing Company. We have a beautiful timber framed taproom adorned with local art and ski relics. For those who prefer the outdoors, there’s an awesome beer garden with fire pits and plenty of seating. We offer up four core beers and a series of rotating taps. Root beer, cold brew coffee, and kombucha are available for those looking for an alcohol free beverage. Tasters and 12 ounce pours are available to drink in the taproom. If you are looking for beer to go, we fill growlers, sell 5 gallon kegs, and have 4-packs of 16 ounce cans with labels designed by Alaskan artists (for sale in the taproom only). Food trucks are on-site every day, and we have cool merchandise for you to take home. Girdwood Brewing Company is truly rooted in our community. We donate to a number of nonprofits and outdoor adventure organizations. Our brewery also provides year round employment to over a dozen locals.
10
Start:Planet Walk
Anchorage, Alaska·
3.5
(8) review
5th & G Street Kincaid Park, Anchorage, AK
11
Start:Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn
Anchorage, Alaska·
4.0
(7) review
Jazzy Gourmet Popcorn’s owner, Mr. Roland’s inspiration for starting this business was his brother, an owner of one of Houston’s most popular popcorn establishments. JGP offers free samples of over 50 flavors of gourmet popcorn. We have gourmet flavors to please every palate including sweet, savory or spicy. If you’re feeling a little nutty, we offer flavors with cashews, pecans, walnuts & more.
12
Start:Four Seasons Trans Group
Anchorage, Alaska·
5.0
(98) review
We provide shuttle services within Anchorage, Seward, Talkeetna, Whittier, Palmer, Wasilla, and Girdwood.
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What's the driving distance between Oakland and Anchorage?
The distance is 3,164 miles
What's the travel time between Oakland and Anchorage?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 65h 51m mins in normal traffic
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Are there any cool sights or attractions I shouldn't miss on my drive to Anchorage?
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