Guidebook for Homer
Essentials
Information about area activities.
18 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Homer Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center
201 Sterling HwyInformation about area activities.
Laundromat, Showers, Bulletin board, Coffee, WiFi, Local Lifestyle
16 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Washboard
1204 Ocean DrLaundromat, Showers, Bulletin board, Coffee, WiFi, Local Lifestyle
Post Office, Liquor Store, Bakery, Lunch Deli, Pizza, DVDs Groceries, WiFi.
Open till 9 pm, 8pm Sundays. 907-235-6753
Located in historic old Town Hall Building
36 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Fritz Creek General Store
55770 East End RdPost Office, Liquor Store, Bakery, Lunch Deli, Pizza, DVDs Groceries, WiFi.
Open till 9 pm, 8pm Sundays. 907-235-6753
Located in historic old Town Hall Building
Alaska's primary marine outfitter, with ALL the gear for marine work, outdoor adventure, sport fishing, commercial boat building, food preservation, and more. Fishing licenses, massive work and sport clothing department, commercial net building shop, steel yard, hydraulic shop, cordage shop, gun counter, tools, plumbing, electrical, safety, batteries, sporting goods.
Inhabited by Alaska fishermen, fantastic fishing and hunting photos posted by locals through the decades, and a full menagerie of mounted wild animals, with, of course, huge halibut and salmon.
Founded 1959.
18 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Kachemak Gear Shed
3625 East End RdAlaska's primary marine outfitter, with ALL the gear for marine work, outdoor adventure, sport fishing, commercial boat building, food preservation, and more. Fishing licenses, massive work and sport clothing department, commercial net building shop, steel yard, hydraulic shop, cordage shop, gun counter, tools, plumbing, electrical, safety, batteries, sporting goods.
Inhabited by Alaska fishermen, fantastic fishing and hunting photos posted by locals through the decades, and a full menagerie of mounted wild animals, with, of course, huge halibut and salmon.
Founded 1959.
Homer News
3482 Landings StreetCheck out the Online Calendar for happenings around town. http://homernews.com
Homer's local public radio station. A charming and eclectic mix of many genres of volunteer DJ shows and canned public radio shows. Share the airwaves with the locals!
KBBI-AM Homer
Homer's local public radio station. A charming and eclectic mix of many genres of volunteer DJ shows and canned public radio shows. Share the airwaves with the locals!
Like a box store, but no membership needed. Amazing selection of exotic and foreign foods, all the basics, household goods, underwear, pet supplies. The lunch counter is one of the least expensive places to eat in Homer
33 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Save-U-More
3611 Greatland StLike a box store, but no membership needed. Amazing selection of exotic and foreign foods, all the basics, household goods, underwear, pet supplies. The lunch counter is one of the least expensive places to eat in Homer
Sightseeing
Boat Harbor, Beaches, The Fishing Hole, Shops, Great Views.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homer_Spit
10 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Homer Spit Road
Homer Spit RoadBoat Harbor, Beaches, The Fishing Hole, Shops, Great Views.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Homer_Spit
Trails, Rental Yurts, Campsites, Glaciers, Berries, Alaskan Wilderness and Wildlife
6 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Kachemak Bay
Trails, Rental Yurts, Campsites, Glaciers, Berries, Alaskan Wilderness and Wildlife
Catch a ferry ride across Kachemak Bay to this picturesque tiny seaside fishing village nestled in an old-growth Sitka Spruce forest. Wonderful day trip. Do take the 1/4 mile trail to Outside Beach.
27 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Seldovia
Catch a ferry ride across Kachemak Bay to this picturesque tiny seaside fishing village nestled in an old-growth Sitka Spruce forest. Wonderful day trip. Do take the 1/4 mile trail to Outside Beach.
Reasonably priced rooms and food. Fantastic view of Matanuska Glacier. Filled with mounted bears, wolves, and many other animals, & Diamond Willow woodwork throughout. Good stop even just for coffee.
9 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Long Rifle Lodge
31406 Glenn HwyReasonably priced rooms and food. Fantastic view of Matanuska Glacier. Filled with mounted bears, wolves, and many other animals, & Diamond Willow woodwork throughout. Good stop even just for coffee.
Food Scene
Fine Dining. Operating since 1961 offering seafood, steaks, glacier views, a small cocktail bar and featuring local fine art. http://www.homesteadrestaurant.net
12 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
The Homestead Restaurant
East End RoadFine Dining. Operating since 1961 offering seafood, steaks, glacier views, a small cocktail bar and featuring local fine art. http://www.homesteadrestaurant.net
Great sushi, great views, delicious cocktails and some of the nicest ambience of any restaurant in Homer. Reservations recommended. http://wasabisrestaurant.com
23 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Wasabi's Bistro
59217 East End RdGreat sushi, great views, delicious cocktails and some of the nicest ambience of any restaurant in Homer. Reservations recommended. http://wasabisrestaurant.com
Visit the wine tasting room, tour the facility, walk the gardens and take in the breathtaking views of Kachemak Bay.
25 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Bear Creek Winery
60203 Bear Creek DrVisit the wine tasting room, tour the facility, walk the gardens and take in the breathtaking views of Kachemak Bay.
"Fresh Traditional Country Ales To Go." The taproom offers sample “flights” to enjoy while you watch how a brewery works. Fun HBC merchandise 12-6 daily.
31 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Homer Brewing Company
1411 Lake Shore Dr"Fresh Traditional Country Ales To Go." The taproom offers sample “flights” to enjoy while you watch how a brewery works. Fun HBC merchandise 12-6 daily.
Great food, great prices, healthy, hearty food. Wonderful daily lunch specials, salmon and halibut dishes.
18 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Thai Cosmic Kitchen
510 E Pioneer AveGreat food, great prices, healthy, hearty food. Wonderful daily lunch specials, salmon and halibut dishes.
Fresh local Kachemak Bay Oysters and Mussels. http://alaskaoyster.com
8 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Kachemak Shellfish Growers
3851 Homer Spit RdFresh local Kachemak Bay Oysters and Mussels. http://alaskaoyster.com
Nice View overlooking the Harbor, Sushi, Chinese, American, Korean. Only place in Homer to get food that is open 24 hours!
Happy Face Restaurant
4400 Homer Spit RdNice View overlooking the Harbor, Sushi, Chinese, American, Korean. Only place in Homer to get food that is open 24 hours!
Bakery and casual dining on Bishops Beach, a local favorite.
79 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Two Sisters Bakery
233 E Bunnell AveBakery and casual dining on Bishops Beach, a local favorite.
Excellent breads & goodies, organic, locally sourced meals, nice prices. Breakfast all day. Founded 1982 in a van on the spit with $42 left after driving the Alcan Hwy http://freshsourdoughexpress.com
Fresh Sourdough Express
1316 Ocean DrExcellent breads & goodies, organic, locally sourced meals, nice prices. Breakfast all day. Founded 1982 in a van on the spit with $42 left after driving the Alcan Hwy http://freshsourdoughexpress.com
The Saltry Restaurant
1 West IshmailofIn charming and astonishing Halibut Cove
Best halibut sandwich in Homer, satisfying burgers, house-smoked meats, fabulous Alaskan decor, wonderful views.
Lighthouse Seafood Grill
725 Sterling HwyBest halibut sandwich in Homer, satisfying burgers, house-smoked meats, fabulous Alaskan decor, wonderful views.
Very creative offerings, my favorite choice for a high end seafood meal in Homer. Nice ambiance, great service. http://www.freshcatchalaska.com
25 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Fresh Catch Cafe
4025 Homer Spit RdVery creative offerings, my favorite choice for a high end seafood meal in Homer. Nice ambiance, great service. http://www.freshcatchalaska.com
Everything Else
McNeil Canyon Meat Co
53775 East End RdGame Processing.
Parks & Nature
Groomed Cross-Country Ski Trails, Summer Wilderness Trails, Playground.
McNeil Canyon Elementary School
52188 East End RdGroomed Cross-Country Ski Trails, Summer Wilderness Trails, Playground.
Take the boardwalk trail from the Islands and Oceans Visitor Center, or park at the beach. Walk the tideline. Get your feet wet. Build a fire.
60 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Bishop's Beach Park
Take the boardwalk trail from the Islands and Oceans Visitor Center, or park at the beach. Walk the tideline. Get your feet wet. Build a fire.
Amazing experience. For $30 you can drive right to the Glacier and walk out onto the ice and see many wonders. No special gear needed. Bring shoes that can get a little muddy.
Glacier Park Road
Glacier Park RoadAmazing experience. For $30 you can drive right to the Glacier and walk out onto the ice and see many wonders. No special gear needed. Bring shoes that can get a little muddy.
You see the Kenai Mountains and it's glaciers from the room and deck. When the moon is out, it travels over the mountains. Gorgeous view.
Kenai Mountains
You see the Kenai Mountains and it's glaciers from the room and deck. When the moon is out, it travels over the mountains. Gorgeous view.
Kachemak Bay State Park
Kenai Peninsula, Alaska's Playground
Views of this glacier from the front porch and deck. A wonderful area for hiking and camping.
Grewingk Glacier
Views of this glacier from the front porch and deck. A wonderful area for hiking and camping.
Wildflower meadows, glacier views, moose habitat, picnic table, dog friendly.
8 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Eveline State Recreation Area
Alpine Meadows DriveWildflower meadows, glacier views, moose habitat, picnic table, dog friendly.
Karen Hornaday Park
475 W Fairview AveFun playground for kids and families.
Host offers guided wild plant and natural history hikes, farm and garden tours, nature attunement workshops.
Fritz Creek Guest House
54865 East End RdHost offers guided wild plant and natural history hikes, farm and garden tours, nature attunement workshops.
Arts & Culture
Alaskan fine art, folk art, jewelry, beadwork, & more. The First Friday each month, galleries host receptions celebrating new works. Meet local artists while enjoying hors d’oeuvres. 5-7ish.
15 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Fireweed Gallery
475 E Pioneer AveAlaskan fine art, folk art, jewelry, beadwork, & more. The First Friday each month, galleries host receptions celebrating new works. Meet local artists while enjoying hors d’oeuvres. 5-7ish.
Alaskan fine art, folk art, jewelry, beadwork, & more. The First Friday each month, galleries host receptions celebrating new works. Meet local artists while enjoying hors d’oeuvres. 5-7ish.
29 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Ptarmigan Arts
471 E Pioneer AveAlaskan fine art, folk art, jewelry, beadwork, & more. The First Friday each month, galleries host receptions celebrating new works. Meet local artists while enjoying hors d’oeuvres. 5-7ish.
Some of the best fine art by Alaska Natives you will find. Worth seeing. http://www.inua.com
6 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Inua The Spirit of Alaska
4287 Homer Spit RdSome of the best fine art by Alaska Natives you will find. Worth seeing. http://www.inua.com
Live local theater on the Spit, just one of the delights in our thriving arts scene.
15 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Pier One Theatre
3858 Homer Spit RoadLive local theater on the Spit, just one of the delights in our thriving arts scene.
Halibut Cove
http://www.halibutcove.com
Natural History and Art Galleries, whale exhibits and a Marine Gallery with a live octopus and other local sea creatures, and a touch tank. http://www.prattmuseum.org
71 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Pratt Museum
3779 Bartlett StNatural History and Art Galleries, whale exhibits and a Marine Gallery with a live octopus and other local sea creatures, and a touch tank. http://www.prattmuseum.org
50 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Alaska Maritime National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center (Islands & Ocean)
95 Sterling HwyDrinks & Nightlife
A variety of live music on weekends, horseshoes, big outdoor deck and yard, outdoor stage, free pool on Mondays and Thursdays, Alaskan wood carvings on display, and much more!
15 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Down East Saloon
3125 East End RdA variety of live music on weekends, horseshoes, big outdoor deck and yard, outdoor stage, free pool on Mondays and Thursdays, Alaskan wood carvings on display, and much more!
Casual family dining during the day, big selection of Alaskan beers, Alaskan Beef, Wild Salmon, and a variety of entertainment events. 907 226-2739
65 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Alice's Champagne Palace
195 E Pioneer AveCasual family dining during the day, big selection of Alaskan beers, Alaskan Beef, Wild Salmon, and a variety of entertainment events. 907 226-2739
You can't visit Homer without a stop at the Dawg, the bar with a lighthouse & nautical benchmark in the floor. Founded 1957 in cabins built 1897 & 1909. If you only get one t-shirt, this is the one.
53 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Salty Dawg Saloon
4380 Homer Spit RdYou can't visit Homer without a stop at the Dawg, the bar with a lighthouse & nautical benchmark in the floor. Founded 1957 in cabins built 1897 & 1909. If you only get one t-shirt, this is the one.
Craft night Tuesdays, Homer's best musicians, Homer's most colorful locals.
9 lokalinvånare rekommenderar
Kharacters Bar
3851 Shelford StCraft night Tuesdays, Homer's best musicians, Homer's most colorful locals.