Mountain View Travel Guide
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.
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.
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
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Top hotels in Mountain View
Merrill Field Inn
"For the cost this was a perfect place to stay after my cruise. The bed was more comfortable than the one on the ship! Staff was friendly and the shuttle got me everywhere I needed to go! I would stay again."
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"We rented two rooms at a rate of $222 per night. Both were located in the outer building and were less than favorable. Specifically, the linoleum in the room was cracked and warped from the door to the bathroom. The window lock was broken and wouldn’t properly close. There was a gap under the door ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
"Extremely rude staff and on top of that barely any staff working at this hotel. Check in line stretched back to front door and took me over 45 minutes to check in. Trash cans overflowing in lobby. No staff seemed to care about anything. Hallways smelled bad. Hotel felt old and not maintained well ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"Free shuttle from airport awesome"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"The room type that I booked was "Sold Out" when I arrived for 3 p.m. Check-in. The front desk person had no idea why. Unfortunately, no manager was available until the next day! Thankfully, she still was able to get me a room for the night, but not the King Suite that I reserved. I cannot recommend ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"No"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mountain View
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 Alaska Airlines Center and Anchorage Museum.
Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Mulcahy Stadium and Anchorage Football Stadium.
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.
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.
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.
Bootlegger Cove
If you're spending some time in Bootlegger Cove, Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Anchorage Alaska Public Lands Information Center are top sights worth seeing.
