Spenard Neighborhood FOOD & TRUE CRIME Walking Tour
Explore Anchorage's Spenard neighborhood, uncovering its gritty past with true crime stories from the 60s and 70s. Discover tales of mobsters, brothels, and infamous local figures.
10 meals
Experience Details
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Walk the Spenard neighborhood of Anchorage learning the true crime history of the late 1960s & the early 1970s Anchorage underground. Brothels, bars, strip clubs, and gambling joints were on every corner. Mobsters, ladies of the night, bikers, and con artists all trying to make a buck. Oh, did we mention serial killers?
This Spenard True Crime Tour covers some of the history and people mentioned in Johnny’s Girl, a nationally acclaimed memoir by Kim M. Rich. This fascinating book tells the tale of an ordinary girl living an extraordinary childhood in Anchorage, AK during this time period.
Kim’s father, John F. “Johnny” Rich was a major player in the underworld of Anchorage, Alaska in the 1960’s. Her mother was Frances “Ginger” Rich, an exotic dancer and B-girl who suffered from mental illness.
Kim’s father was murdered when she was 15, a consequence of his lifestyle. This true story is the perfect companion piece for this tour.
What You Get
Good To Know
- *This tour requires moving on your own or with assistance (wheelchair) for 15 - 20 minutes at a time. Though seating at establishments is often available, it is not guaranteed. This tour is not suitable for guests who cannot move or stand on their own or with assistance for a period of 3 - 4 hours. People with hip problems, knee issues or other mobility problems should not take the tour.
- Unfortunately, we are unable to cater to those with special dietary restrictions (e.g. vegan, vegetarian, gluten free, etc.). The locations we visit and food we offer change frequently and sometimes with little notice. This makes it extremely difficult to make sure alternatives are available.
- Warning: We are not responsible for any food allergies or restrictions. If you have any, it is up to you to make sure that the food you eat on our tours doesn't trigger your allergies. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What You’ll Experience
Chilkoot Charlie's
Anchorage (Pass By)
Bear Tooth Theatre Pub
Spenard Farmers' Market (Pass By)
Market Juice
Spenard Road
Meeting & Pickup
Meeting PointBlue Market AK, West 31st Avenue, Anchorage Municipality Alaska, United States, US, 99503
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End PointChilkoot Charlie's, Spenard Road, Anchorage Municipality Alaska, United States, US, 99503
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Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund minus a 3.2% transaction fee.
This was a fun experience as a solo traveler. Dan is a lively and enthusiastic guide. We made some great food stops. I was full by the end. The host restaurants are wonderful and welcoming. My favo...read more
This was fun. Interesting to learn about the Spenard area and the stories Dan had to tell. The food and drinks were spectacular. Thanks Dan
Despite the less-than-ideal weather, I had the pleasure of joining the Spenard Food & True Crime Walking Tour with Dan. He introduced our group to a selection of local restaurants that each had th...read more
If you want a tour that's off the beaten path and different from the crowded corporate owned city tours, this one is for you. We walked around in our small group of 5 including our guide, and his b...read more
The tour was great! Our group of 7 took in the true crime and food tour. Our guide told the story of the main crime circle in Anchorage as we walked to our food destinations. Each stop he added to ...read more
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