Scenic Foothills Travel Guide
Anchorage
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.
Things to do
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (30 Minutes)
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Clean room and courteous staff
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
The room were clean, and the staff was great 👍
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
The Lakefront Anchorage
Great
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Really clean, good fresh breakfast, and great customer service
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
It was a nice stay
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Yes
Reviewed on 12 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.
