University Area
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University of Alaska - Anchorage
Walk around the campus at University of Alaska - Anchorage as part of your travels around Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.

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.

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.

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.

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 Museum General Admission Ticket

Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
University Area Hotel Deals

Charming studio on three acres with a back deck - close to university - dogs OK
"The location was great. Close to everything. There was a wooded back yard that housed a moose which was neat to see. It was like a little cottage in the woods. The young man that lived in the connecting home was friendly and accommodating. The only negative, there was a loud popping noise that occurred ..."
Reviewed on May 24, 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Clean rooms and nice staff"
Reviewed on May 26, 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
"Hidden Resort Fee not informed before booking. Amenities supposedly from the Resort Fee are less straightforward to materialized. eg. $10 credit for meal was reneged because it wasn’t clear if the waitress was supposed to take it and deduct it from bill. In my case she didn’t. When I checked out ..."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Room was clean, one bed was very saggy, no shampoo or tissues in room, staff was courteous but we had trouble with our heating and was told there was no maintainence or person who could help us for 3 days…..luckily we were finally able to get it going ourselves. Bathroom was large and clean, but ..."
Reviewed on May 26, 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Everything on spot nice walk"
Reviewed on May 25, 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"It not a good image when pulling into the gravel parking lot and it’s littered with trash. Lobby carpet, stairwell and hallway carpet was dirty. Staff leaves the laundry room door open all day so you can see a pile of dirty laundry almost reaching the ceiling (not kidding). The room carpet had a ..."
Reviewed on May 25, 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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 Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery 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.

Northeast Anchorage
If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park are top sights worth seeing.

Fairview
If you're spending some time in Fairview, Mulcahy Stadium and Anchorage Football Stadium 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 Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum while in the area.
