University Area Travel Guide
Anchorage
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Popular places to visit
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.
Alyeska Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Anchorage with a visit to Alyeska Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
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
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Alaska Native Heritage Center during your trip to Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Alaska Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Prince William Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prince William Sound during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Top hotels in University Area
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
No breakfast
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
Thank you very friendly!!!
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Other then the staff this place isn’t worth it. No parking out front, had to walk from the back all the way around when my room card stopped working. Only 2 doors worked on the backside of the building and they were all the way on the otherside from the only parking. Most of the good parking spots ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
I have stayed here 3 times over several years, and this will be last time i stay here. It has gone downhill so much. The homeless hang out on the front lobby and all around the building. Only door that works is the front door. Elevator is barely working and was even shut down at one point. Breakfast ...
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Aspen Suites Hotel Anchorage Downtown
Clean and everyone was very nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Room heater struggled to work, meaning it couldn’t bring the room to temperature setpoint at 72.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around University Area
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 Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery.
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.
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage Center.
Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Mulcahy Stadium.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while you're in town.
