University Area

Anchorage
Photo by Kaitlin Powers-Engdahl
Photo by Kaitlin Powers-Engdahl

Popular places to visit

Anchorage which includes views, tranquil scenes and mountains

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.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Anchorage featuring street scenes

Anchorage Museum

One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.

Anchorage Museum
Chugach State Park showing mountains, snow and a river or creek

Chugach State Park

Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.

Chugach State Park
Alaska Native Heritage Center showing a statue or sculpture

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 Native Heritage Center
Kenai Peninsula featuring a bay or harbor and mountains

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.

Prince William Sound
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail showing forest scenes

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system.

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

Things to do

Free Photography lessons. This photo captured using a simple cellphone.

11 am Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

P11,658
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
11 am Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Whittier Cruise Ship Port Pick Up

Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port

P11,601
Per adult
Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port
Group enjoying a bonfire and photographing the northern lights

Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights Photo

P18,363
Per adult
Anchorage Aurora Tour and Northern Lights Photo
Brown Bears

Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest

P7,520
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Wildlife and Glaciers with a walk in the Rainforest
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion

P18,596
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Small-Group Excursion
Private Anchorage Glacier River Walk & Wildlife Tour

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

P9,152
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
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Top hotels in University Area

The Lakefront Anchorage
The Lakefront Anchorage
3.5 out of 5
4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK
The price is P5,874 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P5,874
P7,895 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,630 reviews)
"Beautiful older property. Close to the airport, restaurants on site were good!"

Reviewed on Nov 14, 2024

The Lakefront Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is P5,228 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P5,228
P5,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,413 reviews)
Quick trip!
"Just a quick overnight before flying out on vacation. Comfortable and looks newly updated. The curtains didn’t fit quite right so a lot of light shone into the room from the outside hall lights. Other than that it’s a great stay!"

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2024

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
2.5 out of 5
111 W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is P5,842 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
P5,842
P6,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.8/10 (1,153 reviews)
"Spacious room, comfy beds, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2024

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Coast Inn at Lake Hood
Coast Inn at Lake Hood
3 out of 5
3450 Aviation Drive, Anchorage, AK
The price is P7,534 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
P7,534
P8,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 4 - Dec 5
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I enjoy the Coast International, it really needs some updates to the rooms. I would stay again it was clean and comfortable for my stay."

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2024

Coast Inn at Lake Hood
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
2.5 out of 5
3501 Minnesota Dr and W 36th Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is P7,689 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P7,689
P8,612 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Not enough females"

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2024

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
2.5 out of 5
2919 W International Airport Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is P7,260 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
P7,260
P8,131 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Great price and close to airport
"The room was clean and looked to have been freshly updated with flooring and paint. There was some small minor scratches and dings but nothing unusual. The bed frame felt cheap- not a custom solid floor bed frame. Mattress was a little cheap feeling and pillows were too soft for us. We would stay ..."

Reviewed on Nov 12, 2024

Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around University Area

Alaska Botanical Garden showing wildflowers

Campbell Park

While visiting Campbell Park, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Botanical Garden and Far North Bicentennial Park.

Campbell Park
Landing in Anchorage after a flight over the glaciers.

Airport Heights Community Council

If you're spending some time in Airport Heights Community Council, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park and Goose Lake Park are top sights worth seeing.

Airport Heights Community Council
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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.

Rogers Park
A state champ and MVP. Kodiak Lady Bears go 27-0

Fairview

If you're spending some time in Fairview, Sullivan Arena and Anchorage Football Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Fairview
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Midtown Anchorage

5/5(1 area review)

Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo History Museum while in the area.

Midtown Anchorage
Alaska Native Heritage Center featuring performance art and interior views

Northeast Anchorage

If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Alaska Native Heritage Center and Cook Inlet are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Anchorage

University Area