Girdwood travel guide
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You're Going to Love Girdwood
With a population of 2 250, Girdwood is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Girdwood deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
Where to Eat in Girdwood
If you’re looking for affordable options, Seven Glaciers (1000 Arlberg Avenue) and Sakura Asian Bistro (1000 Arlberg Avenue) are great picks.
When to visit Girdwood
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Girdwood in July, when the average temperature is 14 °C, and the highest can go up to 19 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as -11 °C, with an average temperature of -8 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in September, when precipitation is around 76 mm. In contrast, May is usually the driest month of the year in Girdwood, with an average rainfall of 18 mm.
How to Get to Girdwood
Plane
Although Girdwood doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Anchorage Airport (ANC), which is located 51 km from Girdwood. The shortest flight to Girdwood from Australia departs from Sydney and takes around 27h.
Car
Another option to get to Girdwood is to pick up a car hire from Anchorage, which is about 49 km from Girdwood. You’ll find branches of Budget and Thrifty, among others, in Anchorage.
Airlines serving Girdwood
Where to stay in Girdwood
Average rates range from around $377 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $360 and up for a 5-star experience.
Where to stay in popular areas of Girdwood
Hiring a car in Girdwood
Expect to pay $1.59 per litre in Girdwood (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $18.99 and $25.31.