North Star Travel Guide
Anchorage
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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.
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.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage Northern Lights Tour
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
From Anchorage: Wilderness, Wildlife, & Glacier Experience
Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)
Top hotels in North Star
Creekwood Inn
Staff was helpful and kind but rooms were borderline disgusting. Not worth the few bucks saved; don’t do it.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
We knew the price was low, but room was cold and heat didn’t work. Hard in winter weather when getting into nice warm room is important. Could have been cleaner. Lots of hot water though.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
Room was clean and well stocked. Newly remodeled room and building. Conveniently located downtown. Secure neighborhood. Hotel staff was very friendly, courteous and prompt. Only areas needing improvement were hotter water temperature of water out of shower and better perimeter security. An exterior ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Nice
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Price was good but the room I was in needed maintenance fixtures ready to fall off lights did not work bathtub needed cleaning it was clogged I would stay there again
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Star
South Addition
While visiting South Addition, you might make a stop by sights like Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum.
Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink.
Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch while you're in town.
Bootlegger Cove
If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Anchorage
Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Anchorage Historic City Hall and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center.
