University Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide


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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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

Anchorage Northern Lights 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 University Area Hotel Deals

Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
For the first time ever after paying for the unit, I received an email that required verification of my identity which required a photo of the front and back of my drivers license. This is an difficult process requiring me to take a picture of my license and send it in which had to be attempted several ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

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
Best stay
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Yeah breakfast was good. I was able to change coins for my laundry at the front desk.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
Clean and everyone was very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Area

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.

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.

Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage Center.

Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Mulcahy Stadium.

Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while you're in town.
