University Area

Anchorage

Photo by Kaitlin Powers-Engdahl
Photo by Kaitlin Powers-Engdahl
Photo by Elaina Monte
Photo by Elaina Monte

Popular places to visit

Anchorage

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.

Alyeska Ski Resort
Alaska Native Heritage Center showing a statue or sculpture

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.

Alaska Native Heritage Center
Anchorage which includes street scenes

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.

Anchorage Museum
Kenai Peninsula which includes a bay or harbour and mountains

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.

Prince William Sound
Chugach State Park showing mountains, a river or creek and snow

Chugach State Park

Encounter huge lakes surrounded by mountains, glaciers and waterfalls in one of the largest state parks in the United States.

Chugach State Park
Kincaid Park

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.

Kincaid Park

Things to do

Free Photography lessons. This photo captured using a simple cellphone.

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

CA $274
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage

Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage

CA $95
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Alaska Railroad to Seward

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return

CA $300
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

CA $34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Anchorage City Tour, w/Choc Factory Samplings

Anchorage City Tour, w/Choc Factory Samplings

CA $81
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Anchorage City Tour, w/Choc Factory Samplings
Private Anchorage Glacier River Walk & Wildlife Tour

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

CA $229
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
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University Area Hotel Deals

The Last Frontier Lake House Lodge in Anchorage 3bdrm 2ba

The Last Frontier Lake House Lodge in Anchorage 3bdrm 2ba

Anchorage
The price is CA $481 per night from Sep 4 to Sep 5
CA $481
CA $933 total
Sep 4 - Sep 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Alaska Botanical Garden and Muldoon ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
"Good location, nice quiet area, house worked well with multiple people, owner very responsive."

Reviewed on Jul. 30, 2025

The Last Frontier Lake House Lodge in Anchorage 3bdrm 2ba
Westmark Anchorage Hotel

Westmark Anchorage Hotel

3 out of 5
720 West 5th Avenue, Anchorage, AK
The price is CA $286 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
CA $286
CA $321 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7/10 Good! (1,049 reviews)
"Nice downtown hotel. $40 a day to park in their lot but parking in Anchorage is expensive so it was worth it for the convenience."

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Westmark Anchorage Hotel
The Lakefront Anchorage

The Lakefront Anchorage

3.5 out of 5
4800 Spenard Road, Anchorage, AK
The price is CA $448 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
CA $448
CA $540 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,870 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean, updated hotel with restaurant and bar with delicious food and right on lake hood, nice view from the restaurant patio of Float planes landing and taking off. Shuttle to downtown or airport."

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

The Lakefront Anchorage
Puffin Inn of Anchorage

Puffin Inn of Anchorage

2 out of 5
4400 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is CA $333 per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
CA $333
CA $373 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.2/10 Good! (2,878 reviews)
"Good access to airport. Coffee in the lobby early Shuttle service"

Reviewed on Aug. 2, 2025

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport

3 out of 5
4411 Spenard Rd, Anchorage, AK
The price is CA $384 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
CA $384
CA $430 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,016 reviews)
Great place to rest
"The Wyndham Garden was our base, staying three different times during our time in Alaska. It is formerly a Holiday Inn Express, but they are in the process of upgrading/updating the hotel. The front desk was super friendly. The free shuttles back and forth from the train depot and airport were super ..."

Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2025

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek

2.5 out of 5
111 W Ship Creek Ave, Anchorage, AK
The price is CA $343 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
CA $343
CA $384 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anchorage. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
6.6/10 (1,577 reviews)
"Breakfast was ok, ran out of bagels in the morning, bed was comfortable but was noisy from the trains passing by."

Reviewed on Aug. 5, 2025

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
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Other neighbourhoods around University Area

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Campbell Park

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Campbell Park
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Airport Heights Community Council

3.5/5(9 area reviews)

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.

Airport Heights Community Council
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Rogers Park

3/5(1 area review)

Visitors to Rogers Park enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Chester Creek Greenbelt Park is worth a stop.

Rogers Park
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Fairview

If you're spending some time in Fairview, Sullivan Arena and Mulcahy Stadium are top sights worth seeing.

Fairview
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Midtown Anchorage

4/5(18 area reviews)

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.

Midtown Anchorage
Alaska Native Heritage Center which includes performance art and interior views

Northeast Anchorage

If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage Center are top sights worth seeing.

Northeast Anchorage

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