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.

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

Alaska Railroad Anchorage to Seward Round-Trip Same Day Return
Top hotels in North Star

Creekwood Inn
"The night desk manager was nice. The bedspread had some sort of stuff on it from previous clients. Would not stay with a family here, but the prices were lower than a lot of places."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"Convenient location, was in remodel, but comfortable non the less"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

The Lakefront Anchorage
"It is a very very old building. There are over 60 rooms on each floor which makes it a long walk to your room."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"The room was clean and the staff at the front desk were exceptionally friendly and helpful"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026

Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Really close to the train station short walk from the amtrac. The pool was broken, the airport shuttle was unavailable at that time. We went to breakfast at 830 only had pancakes, sausage, toast and juice. I guess someone took all the food for a lunch or something. The room was clean. The sink was ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"Staff was nice. Room was average, TV was damaged"
Reviewed on 24 May 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 Mulcahy Stadium and Anchorage Football Stadium.

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 Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Wells Fargo Alaska Heritage Library and Museum 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.
