University Area Travel Guide
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.
Anchorage Museum
One of the largest museums in Alaska is also one of its best, telling the stories of Alaska Native cultures and displaying artworks from this stunning state.
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.
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
Kincaid Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Activities
Anchorage Trolley Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Byron Glacier Walk and Wildlife Viewing Experience
Cold Rated Package - 3 Piece (ANC) -20F
Viator Exclusive: Go eBike Alaska on Tony Knowles Trail
Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing
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Other neighbourhoods around University Area
Campbell Park
If you're spending some time in Campbell Park, Alaska Botanical Garden and Far North Bicentennial Park are top sights worth seeing.
Airport Heights Community Council
While visiting Airport Heights Community Council, you might make a stop by sights like Goose Lake Park and Chester Creek Greenbelt Park.
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.
Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink.
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 Wells Fargo History Museum while you're in town.
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Native Heritage Center and Cook Inlet.
- University of Alaska - Anchorage
- Providence Alaska Medical Center
- Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
- William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Chugach State Park
- Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Chugach National Forest
- Alaska Botanical Garden
- Flattop Mountain Trail
- Anchorage Market and Festival
- Sullivan Arena