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.
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.
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.
Kincaid Park
Explore the lovely green spaces of Kincaid Park and enjoy the hiking trails in Anchorage. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
University Area Hotel Deals
Westmark Anchorage Hotel
Nice room, friendly staff
Reviewed on 31 October 2025
The Lakefront Anchorage
Great restaurant, gathering places. Room was very comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 18 November 2025
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Thank you for a nice stay
Reviewed on 22 November 2025
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Bed was good, breakfast was good, airport shuttle was reliable. Bit of noise in the hallway during the night.
Reviewed on 18 November 2025
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Buen servicio
Reviewed on 16 November 2025
Hyatt Place Anchorage Midtown
They were very accommodating and friendly.
Reviewed on 21 November 2025
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 Z.J. Loussac Library - Main Branch and Arctic Benson Park while in the area.
Northeast Anchorage
If you're spending some time in Northeast Anchorage, Cook Inlet and Nunaka Valley South Park are top sights worth seeing.
University Area, AK
- University of Alaska - Anchorage
- Providence Alaska Medical Center
- Alaska Airlines Center
- Alaska Pacific University
- Goose Lake Park
- Alaska Regional Hospital
- Port of Anchorage
- Prince William Sound
- Alaska Native Heritage Center
- Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center
- Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson
- Chugach State Park
- Anchorage Museum
- Lake Hood Harbor
- Alaska Zoo
- William A. Egan Civic and Convention Center
- Chugach National Forest
- Anchorage Golf Course
- The Rooftop
- Kincaid Park
- Anchorage 5th Avenue Mall
- Dimond Center
- Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
- Delaney Park
- Sullivan Arena
- Hilltop Ski Area
- Anchorage Historic City Hall
- Muldoon Park
- Eagle River Nature Center
- Arctic Valley Ski Area
- Flattop Mountain Trail
- Kenai National Wildlife Refuge
