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.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
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 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
We stayed twice. Both in the middle of the week. The first room was in the hotel part. It had been updated and was nicer than I expected. The next week I thought we would get the same or very similar room based on my online experience. It was more money, but I credited that to being closer to the ...
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
I would stay there again for the price. Not fancy, but adequate.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
My car was vandalism anx slahed my tires
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
The room were clean and very well kept but did not have enough towels in the room, the mattresses were awful. Over all good for and over night stay.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
I booked a room for 3 days unfortunately I was unable to call to address that I’d arrive late due to being stuck in a remote area for work. When I arrived they had canceled my reservation even though I prepaid for 3 days! they refused to rebook me a room or refund my prepayment. I had to book a new ...
Reviewed on 9 May 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 Alaska Airlines Center and Anchorage Museum.
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 Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park.
Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Mulcahy Stadium and Anchorage Football 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.
