Visit University Area
Popular places to visit
Alyeska Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Anchorage with a visit to Alyeska Ski Resort. Discover the area's mountain views and top-notch restaurants.
Prince William Sound
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Prince William Sound during your travels in Anchorage. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Alaska Native Heritage Center
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Alaska Native Heritage Center in Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson. Stroll along the lakeside or seek out the hiking trails.
Anchorage Museum
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Anchorage Museum in Anchorage. Discover the area's fascinating museums, or seek out its hiking trails.
Chugach State Park
Enjoy a trip to Chugach State Park and popular activities like hiking in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Explore the lovely green spaces of Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and also enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. In the area, take in the fascinating museums and mountain views.
University Area Hotel Deals
SpringHill Suites Anchorage University Lake
Nice and quiet
Reviewed on 28 March 2023
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
The room was perfect. And the staff was exceptionally friendly , courteous , & very helpful.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
The Lakefront Anchorage
Super comfortable.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
I liked my room. Clean and cozy.
Reviewed on 9 January 2026
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
very nice hotel and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 7 January 2026
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
Room was clean…
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
Other neighborhoods around University Area
Campbell Park
While Campbell Park might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alaska Airlines Center and Alaska Botanical Garden.
Airport Heights Community Council
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Airport Heights Community Council and surrounding area, you can visit Sullivan Arena and Alaska Airlines Center.
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.
Fairview
If you're spending some time in Fairview, Sullivan Arena and Ben Boeke Ice Rink are top sights worth seeing.
Midtown Anchorage
Midtown Anchorage is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Business Park Wetlands Special Management Area and Arctic Benson Park while in the area.
Abbott Loop
If you're spending some time in Abbott Loop, Anchorage Golf Course and Alaska Zoo are top sights worth seeing.
University Area, AK
- Providence Alaska Medical Center
- University of Alaska - Anchorage
- Alaska Airlines Center
- Alaska Pacific University
- Goose Lake Park
- Port of Anchorage
- Alaska Regional Hospital
- William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
- Prince William Sound
- Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
- Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Anchorage Museum
- Chugach State Park
- Lake Hood Harbor
- Anchorage Golf Course
- Alaska Zoo
- Chugach National Forest
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Kincaid Park
- Dimond Center
- Delaney Park
- Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall
- Eagle River Nature Center
- The Rooftop
- Sullivan Arena
- Arctic Valley Ski Area
- Hilltop Ski Area
- Muldoon Park
- Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
- Flattop Mountain Trail
- Earthquake Park
