Scenic Foothills Travel Guide
Anchorage
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.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
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Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Shuttle was timely, driver was helpful. Property does have an old look to it but was clean, little noise and i would recommend to for a good nights rest.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
To many homeless people crowd the place
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
The room was dirty. Hair on the counters, dog hair on the wall and carpet, floor was damp. Strong odor of cleaning fluids, refrigerator was not clean. Something orange was all over the iced over freezer. The screen had been knocked out (probably by guests smoking in the room. There were thousands ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Beautiful location and nice rooms.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
The hotel has been recently opened and rebranded. The rooms are cozy and quaint. Adorable fridge in rooms and grest coffee in the rooms. Comfy beds, great gym, nice staff, coffee shop and restaurant on site. Walking distance to many restaurants and shopping, airport is a short drive. Cons: Very noisy ...
Reviewed on 2 May 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 Alaska Airlines Center and Anchorage Museum.
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.
