Things to Do

Seattle

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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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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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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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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Icy Strait Point

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Icy Strait Point ZipRider

4.5 (4,226)

World's longest zip line at 5,330 ft over rainforest to Hoonah beach. Thrilling 6-min ride.

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Chilkoot Cultural Center

4.5 (4,226)

Tlingit clan house dances, carving demos, and salmon bake. Native immersion dockside.

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Whale Watching Tours

4.7 (21)

Spot humpbacks bubble-net feeding in Chatham Strait waters. 4-hour high success.

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Hoonah Village Walk

4.5 (4,226)

Historic Tlingit fishing town with Russian Orthodox church and canneries. Self-guided.

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Eagle Beach Kayaking

4.3 (6)

Paddle calm waters spotting bald eagles; rentals at the point. Scenic paddle.

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Tom HallHidden Gem

Ocean Point Resort Trails

4.5 (4,226)

Easy beachcombing and forest hikes from the cable car base. Nature.

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Adventure Cart Roads

4.5 (4,226)

ATV rainforest trails with gold panning. Off-road fun.

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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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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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Things to Do

Seattle

Ferry to Bainbridge Island

Pike Place Market

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

Icy Strait Point

Icy Strait Point ZipRider

Chilkoot Cultural Center

Whale Watching Tours

Hoonah Village Walk

Eagle Beach Kayaking

Ocean Point Resort Trails

Adventure Cart Roads

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

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