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Juneau, Alaska

United States — a port guide for cruise visitors

Where to eat (3)

🍽️Tracy's King Crab Shack🍽️
Tracy's King Crab Shack
An iconic Juneau spot located right near the cruise docks, offering accessible outdoor and indoor seating. Order the famous king crab legs or the rich crab bisque.
🍽️The Hangar on the Wharf🍽️
The Hangar on the Wharf
Housed in a historic seaplane hangar, this restaurant offers flat, level entry and expansive views of the Gastineau Channel. Enjoy the fresh Alaskan halibut fish and chips.
🍽️Deckhand Dave's🍽️
Deckhand Dave's
A casual, open-air eatery perfect for a relaxed lunch featuring locally caught, beer-battered rockfish tacos. It is located in a flat, easy-to-navigate area near the downtown shops.

What to see and do (3)

👀Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center👀
Mendenhall Glacier Visitor Center
Accessible via a short shuttle ride, the center offers paved, flat paths with stunning views of the glacier and waterfall without requiring strenuous hiking.
👀Mount Roberts Tramway👀
Mount Roberts Tramway
This aerial tramway provides a gentle, seated ascent to the mountain summit, offering panoramic views of the city and cruise ships from the observation deck.
👀Alaska State Museum👀
Alaska State Museum
A modern, fully accessible facility featuring flat floors and elevators, showcasing rich Tlingit and Haida history and Alaskan art.

Festivals and events (3)

🎉Whale Watching Season🎉
Whale Watching Season
Peak season for humpback whale sightings in the surrounding channels occurs from May through September.
📅 May - September
🎉Alaska Day🎉
Alaska Day
A state holiday commemorating the formal transfer of Alaska from Russia to the United States.
📅 October 18
🎉Juneau Public Market🎉
Juneau Public Market
A large indoor holiday market featuring local artisans and crafts, perfect for gentle walking and souvenir shopping.
📅 Late November