About an hour south of Anchorage, the Alaska Wildlife Conservation Center is a haven for animals that wouldn’t make it in the wild—moose, bison, bears, musk oxen, and more. Most of the animals are rescues, or were orphaned or injured, and the center provides them with the care they need to thrive. Walk or drive the loop to observe these majestic creatures in their expansive, natural habitat, with the Chugach Mountains as your backdrop.

New Orleans ferries offer a fantastic way to explore the city while enjoying stunning waterfront views. The ferry system is one of the busiest in the nation, with the Canal Street ferry alone making over two million trips annually. Adding to their appeal, ferry rides are free for pedestrians, making them an even more attractive option for sightseeing.

Matanuska Glacier, located about two hours northeast of Anchorage, is one of the few in Alaska you can actually walk on without a helicopter or serious gear. Guided hikes take you right onto the ice—past crevasses, bright blue melt pools, and rugged, frozen terrain.

Commissioned by emperor Napoleon Bonaparte in 1806 on account of the French victory at the Battle of Austerlitz, the Arc de Triomphe took 30 years to be erected and was then inaugurated by the French king Louis-Philippe in 1836, 15 years after Napoleon's death. Standing tall at 50 metres (164 feet), it is one of the most famous monuments in Paris. Located at the centre of Place Charles de Gaulle at the western end of the Champs-Élysées Avenue, the arch honours those who fought and died for France in the French Revolution and Napoleonic Wars. Under its vault, lies the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier from the First World War.