Scenic Foothills
Anchorage
Visit Scenic Foothills
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.
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.
Alaska Zoo
Meet the animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Wildlife Center with Lunch and Local Beer Sampling
Hike Matanuska Glacier w/Alaska Local Honey, Wine Tasting
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
So what started off with the rudest front desk clerk I’ve seen in 30+ years of renting hotel rooms. If the reservation was refundable we would have left and found another place. I’m glad we didn’t, the hotel was great, the rest of the staff we saw later was extremely friendly, the showers were amazing ...
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
I would stay there again for the price. Not fancy, but adequate.
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
The room was loud with a train waking me up several times a night. The location was not really walkable and the potholes were bad. The exterior was nice but the room was not great. Parking was free, and breakfast was included.
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Stay away! The rooms are dirty, the bed linen is soiled and the hotel staff doesn't care. Please read the reviews before booking at this hotel. It is by far the worst hotel i've stayed at. Can't speak much to the breakfast because after our first night we checked out. We had roiginally booked for ...
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Shout out to the staff!!
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
The hotel has been recently opened and rebranded. The rooms are cozy and quaint. Adorable fridge in rooms and grest coffee in the rooms. Comfy beds, great gym, nice staff, coffee shop and restaurant on site. Walking distance to many restaurants and shopping, airport is a short drive. Cons: Very noisy ...
Reviewed on May 2, 2026
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 Alaska Airlines Center and Anchorage Museum.
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.
