Alyeska Aerial Tram

The feel

The tram is a seven-minute ride to a viewing deck with panoramic views of mountains, hanging glaciers, streams, spruce and wildlife. The observation deck sits 2,300 feet above sea level. Telescopes are on the deck.

Two cars run on a counterweight system, one going up as the other comes down, each carrying up to 40 passengers. In summer the tram runs at half speed. From the top you can hike, explore and pick berries, and the tram is also the way up to Seven Glaciers Restaurant.

What to expect

Time

About seven minutes up, and about 8 minutes on average in summer.

Crowds and best time

Summer hours are 10am to 5pm Sunday and Monday and 10am to 7pm Tuesday to Saturday.

Parking

The tram and ticket office are reached from inside the Hotel Alyeska, or along the rear left side of the hotel outside.

Fees and passes

Adults (19 to 69) $55, military and youth $40, seniors (70 and up) $45, children 6 and under free. Guests with an advance reservation at Seven Glaciers ride free.

Kids

Children 6 and under ride free.

Season and access

Late May to September; call to confirm exact dates. From the Alyeska Highway, turn left at the T-intersection at the base of the resort and follow the road about a mile to the Hotel Alyeska.

Mingo says

Summer is the season for this ride. The slower half-speed trip gives you more time to look.

Before you go

• Call (907) 754-1111 to confirm dates and hours; the address is 1000 Arlberg Avenue.
• Bring binoculars, a camera and layers.
• Book ahead at Seven Glaciers if you want the ride free with a reservation.

Written October 2026. Sources are listed at the end of this page.