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.
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 Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Quiet, clean room appreciated.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
The hotel was in a good location. Very friendly staff.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
The room was disgusting and so was the entire hotel. It looked like it hadn’t been cleaned in years. There was some unknown substance on the walls above the bed, the linens were heavily stained, and the ceiling clearly had heavy water damage. On top of that, when we were checking in there was a potentially ...
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Yea
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
Nice place to stay for a quick weekend.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Wonderful staycation for my grands. They loved the swimming pool. Large enough and warm enough for them to have fun.
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scenic Foothills
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage Center.
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.
