Hillside East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Hillside East
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike – Anchorage Pickup
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Matanuska Glacier Hike with Lunch Summer and Winter
Our pick of the best Hillside East Hotel Deals
Best Views in Anchorage! Totally Private, Romantic, and Family Friendly Suite!
The suite was the right size for the two of us, heated by a gas fireplace- really liked that, and the views were amazing, you could see all of Anchorage and Denali from there.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Highland Glen Lodge
Everything about our stay was superb!!
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
The room was spotless, housekeeping was really nie, the complimentary breakfast was nice, the whole vibe of the inn was cozy, and the sheets were clean. No complaints. Would stay here again.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Always nice staff and the restaurant is convenient Shuttle service is timly
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Clean, quiet room. easy check in. good coffee at breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
very nice hotel and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hillside East
Hillside
While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.
Abbott Loop
If you're spending some time in Abbott Loop, Anchorage Golf Course and Alaska Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
Huffman - O' Malley
If you're spending some time in Huffman - O' Malley, Alaska Zoo and H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.
Campbell Park
Though Campbell Park may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.
Old Seward - Oceanview
While there might not be top attractions in Old Seward - Oceanview, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary and H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark.
University Area
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in University Area and surrounding area, you can visit Alaska Airlines Center and Nunaka Valley South Park.
