Things to Do

Seattle

Julia RiveraMust See

Pike Place Market

Watch fish-throwing, taste fresh seafood, and browse 9th oldest US market's stalls and street performers. Short walk from cruise terminal.

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Shiblee SadikMust See

Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Enjoy a 35-minute Washington State Ferry ride with skyline views, then bike or walk the island. Iconic PNW experience.

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Andrij AbyzovMust See

Space Needle

4.6 (56,317)

Ascend the 1962 icon for 360-degree Puget Sound, Olympic Mountains, and city views from 520 feet up. Seattle Center Monorail from pier.

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Chihuly Garden and Glass

4.7 (23,833)

Admire Dale Chihuly's vibrant glass sculptures indoors and outdoors amid the Space Needle. Mesmerizing light play perfect for photos.

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Seattle Aquarium

4.3 (22,708)

Encounter sea otters, harbor seals, and Puget Sound fish in this waterfront pier attraction. Family-friendly interactive exhibits.

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Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

4.6 (18,919)

Rock out with Nirvana, Hendrix exhibits, and sci-fi displays in Frank Gehry's guitar-shaped building. Next to Space Needle.

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Louis RuthHidden Gem

Kerry Park

4.8 (18,864)

Capture the ultimate Seattle postcard view of Needle, skyscrapers, and Mt. Rainier. Quick taxi uphill photo stop.

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Briana CooperHidden Gem

Gum Wall

4.2 (13,257)

Snap quirky pics at this sticky Post Alley phenomenon of chewed gum layers 15-20 feet high. Market-adjacent oddity.

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Michael ChunnHidden Gem

Fremont Troll

4.5 (10,800)

Giggle at the massive concrete troll sculpture under Aurora Bridge clutching a real VW Beetle. Eccentric neighborhood gem.

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Juneau

Mount Roberts TramwayMust See

Mount Roberts Tramway

4.2 (581)

Aerial tram to alpine ridge with trails and views. Top restaurant. Quick mountain access.

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Virginia KellyMust See

Mendenhall Glacier

4.8 (503)

Drive-up glacier with visitor center, trails, and bear spotting. Shuttle from port. Icy highlight.

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Whale Watching Tour

5.0 (21,524)

Boat excursion to spot humpbacks bubble-net feeding. Seasonal thrill. Ocean adventure.

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Alaska State Museum

4.8 (576)

Exhibits on gold rush, native cultures, and wildlife. Downtown. Engaging history.

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Gastineau Channel

4.8 (65)

Gold panning and mine tour. Hands-on fun. Living history.

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DIPAC Macaulay Salmon HatcheryHidden Gem

Macaulay Salmon Hatchery

4.5 (1,103)

Fish wheel demos and underwater window. Educational. Underrated spot.

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Point Bridget State Park

4.8 (26)

Beachcombing, tide pools, and trails. Taxi out. Secluded nature.

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Victoria

Lance YungMust See

Butchart Gardens

4.8 (27,340)

Marvel at 55 acres of floral splendor with sunken gardens, rose displays, and fountains in this world-famous estate. 20-minute drive; shuttle available from Inner Harbour.

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Indy RandhawaMust See

Royal BC Museum

4.5 (10,871)

Immerse in First Nations culture, natural history, and an OMNIMAX theater in this acclaimed waterfront museum. Steps from the cruise terminal.

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Eagle Wing Whale & Wildlife ToursMust See

Whale Watching Tours

4.9 (2,449)

Spot orcas, humpbacks, and seals on a 3-hour Strait of Juan de Fuca speedboat excursion. High success rate from Inner Harbour.

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Beacon Hill Park

4.7 (9,645)

Stroll peacocks, ponds, and totem poles in this 200-acre urban oasis near the Empress Hotel. Free peacock spotting delight.

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Parliament Buildings

4.7 (1,916)

Tour the Gothic Revival landmark with stained-glass domes and free gardens; evening light show illuminates the facade. Central location.

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Julio MontesHidden Gem

Craigdarroch Castle

4.5 (6,376)

Ascend turrets of this 1890 Victorian mansion with stained glass and opulent interiors. Rocky Mountain Road shuttle access.

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Jordan Varga (Owner)Hidden Gem

Abkhazi Garden

4.6 (754)

Discover a hidden woodland garden with Japanese maples and teahouse views. Intimate, lesser-known gem 10 minutes away.

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Lady LexyluxyHidden Gem

Fisherman's Wharf

4.6 (594)

Watch seals beg for fish, grab fish and chips from floating homes in this quirky harbor village. Short walk or bike from port.

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Edgardo CruzHidden Gem

Chinatown Gate & Fan Tan Alley

4.5 (177)

Explore North America's narrowest street with boutiques and murals in historic Chinatown. Quick cultural detour downtown.

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Ketchikan

GustavMust See

Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show

4.7 (3,993)

High-energy log rolling, axe throwing, and chainsaw feats. Evening show. Thrilling entertainment.

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Ken HarrisonMust See

Creek Street

4.8 (99)

Historic red-light district turned shops and boardwalk over creek. Salmon run views. Quaint and fun.

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Totem Heritage Center

4.6 (1,031)

Authentic totem poles and carving demos. Cultural education. Respectful Tlingit history.

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Ketchikan Walking Tour

5.0 (567)

Guide-led history of cannery row and gold rush. Downtown stroll. Informative intro.

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Misty Fjords National Monument

4.6 (49)

Floatplane or boat tour to sheer cliffs and waterfalls. All-day excursion. Wilderness wow.

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Rich BellHidden Gem

Deer Mountain Trail

Hike to alpine meadows and viewpoints. Moderate 2-3 hours. Active hidden gem.

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Susan WHidden Gem

Tongass Historical Museum

4.6 (388)

Artifacts from Tlingit and Russian eras. Small but packed. Local lore.

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Salmon Falls Resort and The Timbers RestaurantHidden Gem

Salmon Falls

4.5 (221)

Waterfalls with fish ladder for salmon viewing. Short walk. Nature's spectacle.

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Sitka

ALICIA DECKERMust See

Sitka National Historical Park

4.8 (1,869)

Totem poles trail and Tlingit fort site. Cultural must.

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Johan ColonMust See

Alaska Raptor Center

4.8 (1,671)

Rescue eagles and birds of prey up close. Inspiring.

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St. Michael's Orthodox CathedralMust See

St. Michael's Russian Cathedral

4.5 (253)

Onion-dome icons inside wooden structure. Oldest in Alaska.

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Sitka Sound Cruise

4.6 (1,201)

Whale and sea lion spotting by boat.

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Russian Bishop's House

4.6 (104)

Preserved 1840s home with artifacts. Russian heritage.

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Sheldon Jackson Museum

4.7 (92)

Alaska Native art and artifacts collection.

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Fronty ParkerHidden Gem

Castle Hill (Baranof Castle)

4.5 (178)

Transfer site flagpole with harbor views.

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Florida JakeHidden Gem

Sitka Public Library Totems

4.9 (54)

Carved poles at library. Quick cultural stop.

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Michael McNerneyHidden Gem

Russian Cemetery

4.9 (7)

Historic graves with Russian crosses. Quiet history.

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Things to Do

Seattle

Pike Place Market

Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Space Needle

Chihuly Garden and Glass

Seattle Aquarium

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

Kerry Park

Gum Wall

Fremont Troll

Juneau

Mount Roberts Tramway

Mendenhall Glacier

Whale Watching Tour

Alaska State Museum

Gastineau Channel

Macaulay Salmon Hatchery

Point Bridget State Park

Victoria

Butchart Gardens

Royal BC Museum

Whale Watching Tours

Beacon Hill Park

Parliament Buildings

Craigdarroch Castle

Abkhazi Garden

Fisherman's Wharf

Chinatown Gate & Fan Tan Alley

Ketchikan

Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show

Creek Street

Totem Heritage Center

Ketchikan Walking Tour

Misty Fjords National Monument

Deer Mountain Trail

Tongass Historical Museum

Salmon Falls

Sitka

Sitka National Historical Park

Alaska Raptor Center

St. Michael's Russian Cathedral

Sitka Sound Cruise

Russian Bishop's House

Sheldon Jackson Museum

Castle Hill (Baranof Castle)

Sitka Public Library Totems

Russian Cemetery