Scenic Foothills Travel Guide
Anchorage
Visit Scenic Foothills
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.
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.
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.
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
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Summer - Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"The room was tiny. No space to turn around. Our room was far away from the front desk . We had to walk with our luggage. The shower was tiny . It is difficult to take a shower in there. The breakfast was not great. They didn’t have enough utensils placed there. The front desk staff was not very ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Noone had been in the shower and there were hairs. The fan above the toilet was dusty. There was a screw coming out of the towel bar. The doorknob to the connecting door fell off and someone from the other room could have reached their hand in and unlocked the deadbolt. we called the front desk and ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Very spartan room but clean and comfortable. Best and safest shower of any hotel I have stayed in recently."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"Room I stayed was clean and the staff were very friendly."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
"Great stay! Loved watching the float planes!"
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
"Cute hotel, staff are so nice and the property clean. Good location. Restaurant and bar good food, kitchen very slow to get food out. We were given a handicap accessible room (we didn’t need!) just be aware there is no room for your toiletries/makeup as it is just a sink in the bathroom. And the ..."
Reviewed on 4 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Scenic Foothills
Downtown Anchorage
Downtown Anchorage is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights area like Anchorage Historic City Hall and Log Cabin Visitor Information Center.
Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Arctic Benson Park and Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch while you're in town.
Alyeska
If you're spending some time in Alyeska, Girdwood Park and Girdwood Town Square are top sights worth seeing.
Hillside
While visiting Hillside, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Zoo and Anchorage Golf Course.
Spenard
Abundant dining options and lake views are well-reviewed features of Spenard. Make a stop by top sights like Arctic Benson Park while you're exploring the area.
