A Winter Weekend in Seward
*featuring businesses that are open year-round*
Day 1:
Start your day with a steaming cup of coffee and fresh baked goods at Resurrect Art Coffee Shop or enjoy a speciality pastry at Supaluck's Bakery near the boat harbor, then get out on the water for the day with Seward Ocean Excursions. Or get your adrenaline pumping with a snowmobile tour with Adventure Sixty North or Kenai Backcountry Adventures.
By this point you'll be hungry. We recommend getting a hot panini overlooking the snowy Resurrection Bay from Zudy's Cafe or stay warm with freshly made soup from the Rowdy Radish or the Frontier Trading Post.
After lunch, we recommend hanging out with the locals. There are still many events taking place in the winter! Head on over to our Events Calendar to find something the day you are visiting. Another great place to check out is Primrose Provisions, who sometimes provides winter specials such as mulled wine. The Seward Alehouse and the Yukon Bar also provide fun special winter drinks as well as entertainment.
For dinner, enjoy a meal at a local’s favorite - the Breeze Inn or finish your day with a delicious bowl of curry at Woody’s Thai. Enjoy the convenience of staying right in the harbor at the Harbor 360 Hotel or if looking for a peaceful retreat, book one of our many vacation rentals open year-round!
Day 2:
Get your morning fuel at Mudd Hutt or the Seward's Cup, both drive-thru coffee stands that make it easy for you to stay warm in your car! Next, hike the 4.2 mile round trip trail out to Tonsina Point, accessible year round, to enjoy stunning views of Resurrection Bay and Godwin Glacier across the way. In the afternoon, enjoy the local art galleries and shops of Seward including Forests, Tides & Treasures, the Ranting Raven and Nakao Ceramics. After shopping, refuel with lunch from our year-round food trucks like The Porthole or Moosequito Eatery. *Pro-tip: keep your rental car running and they will beep you from your car when your food is ready! Stay warm!*
- Alternative hiking option: Lost Lake Hike: A moderately-distanced hike (3-4 hours round trip) to the Dale Clemen’s cabin on the Lost Lake Winter Trail affords you expansive views of Resurrection Bay. Pack snacks and enjoy hot beverages on the winter wonderland of Lost Lake Trail. Make sure to dress for wet and cold weather! Did you forget something? Head to Urbach's Clothiers for high-quality clothing or The Fish House for special gear. Bring appropriate shoes and warm clothes.
End your day and treat yourself at some of Alaska's premier dining experiences like The Cookery or Flamingo Lounge.
*Bonus* - For those seeking a true Alaskan winter adventure head out heli skiing with Silverton Mountain Guides OR Alaska Backcountry Access for snow machine tours!
We have a directory of what's open in Seward currently. Take a look at it below!
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD AND VIEW OUR UPDATED WINTER DIRECTORY ONE SHEETS.
