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
So what started off with the rudest front desk clerk I’ve seen in 30+ years of renting hotel rooms. If the reservation was refundable we would have left and found another place. I’m glad we didn’t, the hotel was great, the rest of the staff we saw later was extremely friendly, the showers were amazing ...
Reviewed on 5 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
The lobby looked decent and was clean. The room was horribly outdated, moldy and falling apart. Beard clippings on the bathroom sink. Candy, rocks, & dog food on the floor around the room. The pool was extremely cold and slimy. Very loud area right next to the rail depot. A lot of vagrant foot traffic ...
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Staff was good Breakfast was okay Premises needs attention & upgrade Elevator has nasty smell Carpet in hallways needs replaced Price was high for quality of building
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Shout out to the staff!!
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
I was really impressed with the property. Restaurant was good, workout room well maintained, and room clean/comfortable.
Reviewed on 6 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.
