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.
Chugach State Park
Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.
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.
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.
Things to do
Sled Dog Ride and Scenic Drive from Anchorage
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Nice good, good breakfast, friendly staff. Shuttle to the airport was clutch.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Staffs were very kind, breakfast was good too.
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
It's fine, no problems and nothing mind blowing.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Great customer service. Tanya at the front desk was Outstanding !!!
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Everything was great
Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026
Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
Clean and friendly
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scenic Foothills
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park.
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 Chester Creek Greenbelt Park and Sullivan Arena.
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.
