Scenic Foothills
Anchorage
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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.

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.

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.

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.
Things to do

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return

Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Alaska Helicopter Glacier Landing Tour — Anchorage Area (1 Hour)

Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (30 Minutes)
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Breakfast was very good"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
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Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"The location was convenient but since you are close to the RR station you can hear the whistles at some inconvenient hours. The breakfast was ok but no variety, stayed 3 nights and it was eggs and sausage every day. Better than nothing when traveling with kids but was hoping a potato dish would get ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"Room was okay, should be updated."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
"I had to keep calling the hotel from the airport I took almost an hour to get someone to answer, the lady told me she was working alone, but the time I got there all the restaurants were closed. I had to eat a candy bar for dinner. Also no one told me there was a shuttle that could take me downtown. ..."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites Anchorage Airport
"The staff was amazing. The room was very nice. I had a good time. Everyone is friendly (minus the people staying)."
Reviewed on 29 May 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 Anchorage Memorial Park Cemetery and Alaska Airlines Center.

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.
