Scenic Foothills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
Enjoy the student vibe at University of Alaska - Anchorage during your visit to 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
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.
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.
Activities
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Matanuska Glacier Guided Hike – Anchorage Pickup
Our pick of the best Scenic Foothills Hotel Deals
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
I have never been given a room in main building. Always have to walk outside to get to room. They sent me to a room that they where still cleaning, back to front desk. Back to new room walking outside. People seemed to gather outside my room ?
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
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Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Loved the spacious room. All cleaned and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
Clean and everyone was very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Slept like a baby. No hallway noises.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scenic Foothills
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage Center.
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.
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.
Airport Heights Community Council
While there might not be top attractions in Airport Heights Community Council, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Sullivan Arena and Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery.
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.
