Scenic Foothills
Anchorage
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Popular places to visit
Alyeska Ski Resort
Be thrilled with high-speed winter activity while skiing the Chugach Mountains at this resort. Enjoy year-round attractions and astonishing views.
University of Alaska - Anchorage
Walk around the campus at University of Alaska - Anchorage as part of your travels around Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Port of Anchorage
Explore the waterfront of Port of Anchorage and enjoy activities such as hiking in Anchorage. Stroll along the area's lakeside or experience its fascinating museums.
Prince William Sound
Explore this protected island-dotted sound, where the waters and coastline host an incredible range of wildlife including whales, bears and otters.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
Go on a dog team ride and meet the racers and husky pups, as you learn about the many groups of Alaskan Natives.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage Northern Lights Tour
Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Anchorage's Winter City Tour = Samples + Stops + WildLife
Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
No gym
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Room and bathroom is clean, although sheets had old sticker residue and ripped hole in pillow case. Pillows are near flat and bedding was thin with no extra provided. No USB ports in room was an unexpected added cost to buy wall charger. Also had homeless hanging near garbage cans outside. Staff ...
Reviewed on Mar 8, 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
The room was filthy and unsafe. There was exposed wiring and a bag taped over the fire detector. The refrigerator had old food stuck in it. It was dusty and dirty.
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Very brief stay. Caught a plane in the early morning.
Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
We chose this hotel over cheaper options mainly because it advertised a spa. Unfortunately, when we arrived, we were told that the sauna wasn’t working and wouldn’t be fixed anytime soon. That was extremely disappointing, as the spa was the main reason we were willing to spend more money to stay ...
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
Room was nice and clean. Parking lot was snow covered - perhaps my expectations at too high Breakfast was typical uninspired standard boring. Bland eggs, cheap sausage, overly sweet yogurt, box juice, … Coffee was good
Reviewed on Mar 9, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Scenic Foothills
Northeast Anchorage
If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage Center are top sights worth seeing.
University Area
While University Area might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alaska Airlines Center and Nunaka Valley South Park.
Campbell Park
While Campbell Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.
Airport Heights Community Council
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airport Heights Community Council and surrounding area, you can visit Sullivan Arena and Alaska Airlines Center.
Abbott Loop
If you're spending some time in Abbott Loop, Anchorage Golf Course and Alaska Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Rogers Park
Visitors to Rogers Park enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park is worth a stop.
