North Star Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit North Star
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Wilderness, Wildlife, Glacier Experience from Anchorage
Anchorage City Tour w/ Taste of Wild Smoked Salmon & Reindeer Sausage
Glacier View & Wildlife Anchorage Adventure Tour
Anchorage Museum General Admission Ticket
Anchorage Helicopter Tour with Glacier Landing
Anchorage Helicopter Sightseeing Flight (30 Minutes)
Our pick of the best North Star Hotel Deals
Corner Midtown Apartment
Kitchen counters were sticky and not cleaned. Everything else was fine
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025
Puffin Inn of Anchorage
Room was clean. However, the room was located two buildings over away from the lobby. Check in took more than 15 mins due to the long line. The airport shuttle was on time going out in the AM and very convenient.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Wyndham Garden Anchorage Airport
Pool was closed 😟 the room was mostly clean a few hairs in the tub and sink in the bathroom water on floor in the bathroom like the toilet may be Leaky thermostat hanging off the wall “ screws pulled out of the wall “ Room overall was comfortable but hallway smelled of cigarette smoke
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
The Lakefront Anchorage
Good
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Wildbirch Hotel - JDV by Hyatt
Extremely comfortable beds and pillows. Extremely clean. Loved all the decor touches. Main lobby area was perfect for coffee, food and waiting by the fire.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Wingate by Wyndham Anchorage Downtown/Ship Creek
There was furniture missing from the room and there was a flood while we were there, but they were very good about helping us check out early
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around North Star
South Addition
While visiting South Addition, you might make a stop by sights like Tony Knowles Coastal Trail and Oscar Anderson House Museum.
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.
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 Cinemark Century Anchorage 16 while you're in town.
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.
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.
