University Area Travel Guide
Anchorage
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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.
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.
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 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.
Top hotels in University Area
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Appreciated the change of the room to double bed. Front desk ladies are friendly, helpful and kind. We enjoyed the breakfast waffles and we would definitely stay at Puffin again. Location is great with restaurants literally across the street.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
The hotel needs upgrades especially in the flooring in the main entrance.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
We had nice stay, fully renovated property, we will come back to stay here.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
Be careful of the front Desk guys. They’re scammers. They Scammed me YUCK
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Items were taken from the room
Reviewed on 3 Apr 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Yes
Reviewed on 3 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 Alaska Museum of Natural History.
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.
