Scenic Foothills
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.
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.
Alaska Zoo
See the exotic and native animals who live at Alaska Zoo during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
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.
Things to do
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage Northern Lights Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Anchorage: Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike and Tour
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
No kitchen. Boiled egss. Bread. Coffe. Cereal with milk. Baggles. Orange juice, apple juice.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
While doing our mandatory bug inspection, we found the mattresses to be disgustingly stained.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Paid $30 for early check in and there was no room available as it still needed to be cleaned. When I let the receptionist know that we paid the $30 fee to be able to check early. She went to say there was still no room available until I stated I paid that fee, then there was a room available. We ...
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Convenient location close to the airport, but not so close that planes would wake you up. I have stayed here many times and always have a good experience.
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Nice place
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Comfort Suites Anchorage International Airport
Clean
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Scenic Foothills
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Nunaka Valley South Park and Alaska Native Heritage 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.
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 Sullivan Arena 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.
