North Star 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.

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.

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.

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.

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system.
Things to do

Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket

Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage

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

Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour

Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour

Alaska Railroad Aurora Winter Anchorage to Fairbanks One Way
Top hotels in North Star

Creekwood Inn
Rm is very clean and clean with a stovetop you could cook better then ordering food and safe and the staff is very nice and very helpful. Safe hotel for family's .
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
The room was perfect. And the staff was exceptionally friendly , courteous , & very helpful.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
Super comfortable.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Clean, quiet room. easy check in. good coffee at breakfast.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
very nice hotel and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Room was clean…
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around North Star

South Addition
While visiting South Addition, you might make a stop by sights like Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum.

Fairview
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink.

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.

Midtown Anchorage
Travellers come to Midtown Anchorage for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Business Park Wetlands Special Management Area and Arctic Benson Park while you're in town.

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.

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.
