University Area Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
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.
Activities
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Anchorage Northern Lights Tour
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Anchorage to Fairbanks One Way
Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Fairbanks to Anchorage One Way
Our pick of the best University Area Hotel Deals
Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
For the first time ever after paying for the unit, I received an email that required verification of my identity which required a photo of the front and back of my drivers license. This is an difficult process requiring me to take a picture of my license and send it in which had to be attempted several ...
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
SpringHill Suites Anchorage University Lake
Nice and quiet
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2023
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
No kitchen. Boiled egss. Bread. Coffe. Cereal with milk. Baggles. Orange juice, apple juice.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
While doing our mandatory bug inspection, we found the mattresses to be disgustingly stained.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Wonderful staff
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Convenient location close to the airport, but not so close that planes would wake you up. I have stayed here many times and always have a good experience.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 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 Airlines Center.
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 Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while you're in town.
