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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.
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.
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.
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.
University Area Hotel Deals
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
I was pleasantly surprise at the quality of the hotel, room, staff, very good bang for the buck
Reviewed on 2025/11/15
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
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Reviewed on 2025/11/15
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Beautiful room and great location!
Reviewed on 2025/11/12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Anchorage Airport
Clean kind of small but it worked, water/shower excellent, bed comfortable desk staff on the job and ready to serve
Reviewed on 2025/11/15
The Lakefront Anchorage
Room very clean. Customer service is Great. Thank you
Reviewed on 2025/11/15
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Customer service😊swim pool & hot tub👌 bed was super comfy!
Reviewed on 2025/11/15
Other neighborhoods around University Area
Campbell Park
While Campbell Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.
Airport Heights Community Council
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airport Heights Community Council and surrounding area, you can visit 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.
Fairview
If you're spending some time in Fairview, Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while in the area.
Northeast Anchorage
If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park are top sights worth seeing.
University Area, AK
- Providence Alaska Medical Center
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
- Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
- Chugach State Park
- Anchorage Museum
- Alaska Zoo
- William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
- Chugach National Forest
- The Rooftop
- Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Hilltop Ski Area
- Anchorage Historic City Hall
- Eagle River Nature Center
- Arctic Valley Ski Area
- Flattop Mountain Trail
