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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.
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.
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.
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.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
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.
Things to do
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
From Seward: Kenai Fjords National Park Cruise with Lunch
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Whittier to Anchorage Full Day Transit Tour From the Port
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
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Other neighbourhoods around University Area
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.
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.
Fairview
If you're spending some time in Fairview, Sullivan Arena and Mulcahy Stadium are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while in the area.
Northeast Anchorage
If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park are top sights worth seeing.