Scenic Foothills Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.

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.

Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.

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.

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.

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 Museum General Admission Ticket

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage

Ultimate Anchorage Winter Wildlife & Sunset Tour

Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (30 Minutes)

Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Our pick of the best Scenic Foothills Hotel Deals

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Rooms always spotless, friendly staff. Excellent location to the airport. 3 minutes away.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

The Lakefront Anchorage
Clean room
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Customer service was perfect
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025

The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Rooms were small but clean. Staff awesome
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Room was lovely. Spotless! Quiet.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
We enjoyed the quietness & how clean it was. We wish there was a recycling option though. Seats outside would be nice but maybe they were put up for winter. The staff was excellent.
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Scenic Foothills

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 Sullivan Arena and Alaska Airlines Center.

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.

Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink.
