Alaska's capital city, Juneau, is a popular port of call for Inside Passage cruises. Visitors to the city center, which is surrounded by Mount Juneau, Mount Roberts, and the waters of Gastineau Channel, will appreciate why Juneau is often considered the most beautiful city in Alaska.
Things to do in Juneau
Admiralty Island Wilderness Homestead
Visit our homestead just 15 air miles from Juneau on Admiralty Island. Venture out on guided natural history tours. Watch whales & wildlife. Find Best Western Juneau lodging nearby. Call (907) 789-478 for more information.
Alaska State Museum
An exhibition of the culture and history of Alaska's Aleut, Athabaskan, Eskimo, and Northwest Coast people is featured at this official State Museum. Artifacts and exhibits related to early Russian, European, and American trade and settlement, as well as gold rush and mining history, are among the other fascinating items in the museum's permanent collection. Best Western Juneau lodging is nearby. Call (907) 465-2901 for more information.
395 Whittier St., Juneau, AK
Dog Sledding Excursions
Pristine beauty, majestic mountains and ancient glaciers are seemingly within arm's reach as you near your glacier destination 100 Alaskan Huskies wait to share this essential part of Alaskan culture...mushing! Experienced guides will talk to you about racing, back-country experiences and answer your questions as the team is hooked up and then...you're off! Call (866) 298-6287 for more information.
Juneau-Douglas City Museum
Learn about the rich heritage of these two communities at the Juneau-Douglas City Museum. Local Tlingit culture, natural history, and the impact the discovery of gold on the area's development are all addressed in the City Museum's galleries. This museum is located near the State Capitol building. Call (907) 586-3572 for more information.
155 South Seward, Juneau, AK
Mount Roberts Tramway
Ride the tram to a mountain observatory and enjoy breathtaking views of Juneau and the Inside Passage. Attractions at The Mountain Station include a theater, a bar and grill, and a gift shop. Continue to savor Alaska's natural wonders on nearby hiking trails. Call (888) 461-TRAM for more information.
490 South Franklin, Juneau, AK