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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.
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.
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.
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.
Tony Knowles Coastal Trail
Visit parks with picturesque fields and hilly terrain overlooking the icy coast and get a sense of the size of our solar system.
Things to do
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Wildlife Conservation Center & Portage Valley Glaciers
From Anchorage: Alaska Wildlife Center & Turnagain Arm Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around University Area
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.
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
While visiting Fairview, you might make a stop by sights like Sullivan Arena and Mulcahy Stadium.
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.
Northeast Anchorage
While visiting Northeast Anchorage, you might make a stop by sights like Alaska Native Heritage Center and Cook Inlet.