Hillside Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Alaska Botanical Garden
Relish the views of the countryside from the nature path and inspect the garden landscapes of the early 20th century.
Anchorage Golf Course
Play a round of golf in Anchorage at Anchorage Golf Course, and enjoy other activities such as hiking. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Alaska Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Hilltop Ski Area
Hit the slopes at Hilltop Ski Area during your trip to Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary
Explore the lovely green spaces of Potter's Marsh Bird Sanctuary and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
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 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
Great North Lodging
The room was very clean and comfortable. The staff was very helpful when I requested an extra blanket and got it to me right away. Very easy access with easy to understand instructions. Thank you for a good stay.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Maria's Creekside B&B
QUIET, Veryclean room with all amenities and a lovely living/dining room upstairs. Friendly owner and husband greeted us at a breakfast of quiche, bacon, MUFFINS, YOGURT AND BERRIES.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
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
Other neighbourhoods around Hillside
Huffman - O' Malley
If you're spending some time in Huffman - O' Malley, Alaska Zoo and H2Oasis Indoor Waterpark are top sights worth seeing.
Abbott Loop
If you're spending some time in Abbott Loop, Anchorage Golf Course and Alaska Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Bayshore - Klatt
If you're spending some time in Bayshore - Klatt, Dimond Center and Campbell Lake are top sights worth seeing.
Taku - Campbell
While visiting Taku - Campbell, you might make a stop by sights like Dimond Center and Campbell Creek Greenbelt Park.
