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
Full-Day Matanuska Glacier Hike And Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Scenic Foothills
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
"The nicest mid range priced hotel in all of Anchorage. Lobby is super clean and smells great. Continental breakfast was well supplied. Staff was super helpful and pleasant. Let us leave our luggage behind the desk and take a late shuttle to the airport after we already checked out."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
"Hotel room was run down walls had paint peeling, the bathroom looked dirty and smelled musty, there was stains and sticky stuff on the floor. The door looked like someone tried to break in. The windows only shut with a stick. Not worth the money. Don’t stay there."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Motel 6 Anchorage, AK - Midtown
"R"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
"Looked unsafe, parking lot was very messy and congested. Building looked run down and hotel looked cheap and dirty. Definitely not worth how much they are charging per night."
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
"Did not get the room I rented. Drivers were great but the rest is really lacking. Definitely not worth what I paid"
Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
"Great location and I stayed there twice. The second time my room and window faced a wall and no view. Excellent location for downtown and walking to the train station."
Reviewed on 7 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.
