Things to Do

Vancouver

Prathamesh VaidyaMust See

Stanley Park

4.8 (49,169)

1,000-acre urban oasis with seawall, totem poles, and aquarium. Bike or shuttle. Nature in city.

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aryan VermaMust See

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

4.6 (36,932)

Swaying bridge, treetop walks, and cliffside paths. Shuttle from port. Thrilling heights.

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Anna KlochkoPopular

Gastown

Steam clock, cobblestone streets, and hip shops. Walkable. Victorian charm.

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Bibi AliPopular

Granville Island

4.7 (3,929)

Public market, breweries, theaters in artisan enclave. Public market ferry. Foodie heaven.

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WevNutsPopular

Vancouver Lookout

4.6 (3,696)

360-view tower with rotating deck. Quick elevator ride. City panorama.

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Ryan RinsmaHidden Gem

Science World

4.5 (15,462)

Geodesic dome with hands-on exhibits. OMNIMAX theater. Interactive science.

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Henry ChowHidden Gem

Queen Elizabeth Park

4.7 (15,426)

Blooms, quarry garden, and views. Bus accessible. Floral gem.

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Paulo TavaresHidden Gem

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden

4.2 (5,581)

Classical Chinese garden with koi and tea house. Serene oasis. Cultural retreat.

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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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Juneau Tours and Whale WatchPopular

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 MuseumPopular

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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JieHidden Gem

Point Bridget State Park

4.8 (26)

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

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Whittier

Phillips Cruises & Tours, LLCMust See

Glacier Quest Cruise

4.7 (739)

4-hour small boat to Blackstone Bay glaciers calving into Passage Canal. Whale and sea otter spotting.

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Beatriz BrownPopular

Alaska Native Heritage Center (nearby)

4.6 (1,957)

Cultural dances and village replicas suggesting Whittier excursions. Heritage immersion.

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BlizzarixsPopular

Portage Glacier & Begich Towers

4.4 (74)

View Begich-Flugstaad Glacier from visitor center 15 minutes north. Road-accessible ice.

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Whittier Marine ChartersPopular

Fishing Charters

4.7 (72)

Half-day halibut or salmon from the small boat harbor. Reel in dinner.

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Spencer ReedHidden Gem

Whittier Tunnel Adventure

4.7 (400)

Drive the 2.5-mile railroad-turned-road tunnel to Seward Highway; timed one-way. Unique transit.

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V StaheliHidden Gem

Whittier Waterfront Walk

5.0 (2)

Stroll shore path past floatplanes, eagles, and mountain views. Free easy.

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Skagway

Hartley MacklinMust See

White Pass & Yukon Route Railway

4.7 (6,286)

Historic narrow-gauge train to gold rush passes. Iconic scenery. Bucket-list ride.

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Rita LoedingMust See

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

4.7 (351)

Free ranger talks on stampede trailblazers. Museums. Living history.

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Ben YapPopular

Red Onion Saloon

4.6 (1,170)

Gold rush brothel museum with costumes and tales. Fun photo ops. Rowdy history.

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Karen AckleyPopular

Skagway Museum

4.7 (236)

Artifacts from rush era in historic building. Compact collection. Local lore.

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Yen YenPopular

Lower Dewey Lake

4.8 (51)

Short hike to alpine lake with mountain backdrop. Picnic spot. Easy nature.

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Hidden Gem

Jewell Gardens

Labyrinth, flowers, and bike rentals. Charming estate. Whimsical escape.

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Joel GratteHidden Gem

AB Mountain Trail

4.9 (9)

Hike to waterfalls and ridgeline views. Strenuous. Rewarding vista.

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Fairbanks

University of Alaska Museum of the NorthMust See

University of Alaska Museum of the North

4.7 (2,000)

Polar exhibits, aurora footage, and wildlife dioramas. Interactive fun for short visits.

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Chena Hot Springs ResortPopular

Chena Hot Springs

4.2 (5,664)

Soak in natural geothermal pools. Day trip with ice museum.

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Riverboat DiscoveryPopular

Riverboat Discovery Cruise

4.8 (3,067)

Sternwheeler ride with Athabascan village visit. Narrated history.

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Pioneer Park

4.5 (2,039)

Gold rush era buildings and riverboat history. Free entry museum.

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Gold Dredge 8Popular

Gold Dredge 8

4.7 (789)

Pan for gold and mine tour. Hands-on frontier experience.

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Morris Thompson Cultural & Visitors CenterHidden Gem

Morris Thompson Center

4.8 (1,506)

Cultural exhibits and trailhead. Quick cultural immersion.

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Friends of Creamers Field at Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl RefugeHidden Gem

Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge

4.7 (1,370)

Birdwatching trails and visitor center. Seasonal sandhill cranes.

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Legacy ForeverHidden Gem

Large Animal Research Station

4.6 (99)

View musk oxen and reindeer up close. Tours available.

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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 CenterPopular

Totem Heritage Center

4.6 (1,031)

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

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Ketchikan Pub CrawlPopular

Ketchikan Walking Tour

5.0 (567)

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

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Terri FoxPopular

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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Glacier Bay

Радослав Рашков (РадоДимРашков)Must See

Marjorie Glacier

4.8 (59)

Massive tidewater glacier calving icebergs; viewed from cruise ship. Ranger narration enhances the spectacle.

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Derek JohnsonMust See

Grand Pacific Glacier

4.1 (11)

Dirty blue ice wall towering 180ft above water. Dramatic advance visible on clear days.

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Glacier Bay Lodge

Forest walks and ranger programs. Base for land explorations.

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BrucePopular

Johns Hopkins Inlet

4.8 (33)

Harbor seal rookery amid ice floes. Wildlife hotspot.

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Afroza SultanaPopular

Bartlett Cove

4.4 (5)

Visitor center with exhibits and kayak launches. Shore access point.

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Artur WydroHidden Gem

Laminaria Bay

4.9 (3,769)

Brown bear foraging beaches. Binocular views from ship.

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Qihua MHidden Gem

Tarr Inlet Hike

4.9 (127)

Short trails to inlet overlooks. Solitude amid fjords.

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Hidden Gem

Point Adolphus

5.0 (1)

Whale watching prime spot; humpbacks bubble-net feeding. Sea kayak excursions.

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Denali

Jon FrickensmithMust See

Denali National Park Visitor Center

4.7 (4,296)

Start your adventure at the main hub for information on park wildlife and geology. Take a ranger-led program or short hike nearby. Perfect for cruise passengers seeking an intro to Denali's wonders.

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Fred HarrellMust See

Savage River Loop Trail

4.8 (528)

This easy 2-mile loop offers stunning views of the river and mountains with chances to spot moose and Dall sheep. Ideal for a half-day excursion from your bus tour stop. Family-friendly and accessible.

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Wei-Cheng HungMust See

Eielson Visitor Center

4.8 (290)

Reached via shuttle bus, it provides panoramic views of Denali peak on clear days and exhibits on glaciology. Great photo ops and short interpretive walks.

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McKinley Creekside CabinsPopular

McKinley Chalet Viewpoint

4.8 (572)

Prime spot for attempting to glimpse North America's tallest peak. Short drive from tour pickups, with picnic areas.

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Cory BagleyPopular

Husky Homestead

4.8 (239)

Meet sled dogs and learn about mushing, a key part of Alaskan history. Interactive demonstrations make it fun for all ages during your port time.

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Denali National Park Tours Doyon/Aramark Joint VenturePopular

Denali Bus Tours

4.1 (92)

Hop on a narrated shuttle deep into the park for wildlife viewing including grizzlies and caribou. Book early as these fill up fast for cruise itineraries.

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Dominic GalloroHidden Gem

Polychrome Pass Overlook

4.8 (225)

Vibrant mountainsides and braided rivers visible from bus stops. A quick photo stop with epic scenery.

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Steve FungHidden Gem

Wonder Lake

4.7 (30)

Mirror-like lake reflecting Denali; serene spot for birdwatching. Accessible via extended bus tours.

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Zac PetersonHidden Gem

Primrose Ridge Trail

5.0 (1)

Moderate hike with alpine meadows and wildflowers. Less crowded, rewarding views for adventurous walkers.

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College Fjord

martin lewisMust See

Yale Glacier

4.8 (49)

Stunning blue ice wall towering ship's side. Quiet beauty calving chunks. Pristine wilderness.

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BruceMust See

Johns Hopkins Inlet

4.8 (33)

Narrow fjord with cascading waterfalls and peaks. Deck wildlife spotting bears, whales. Scenic cruising gem.

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Daniela V.Must See

Harvard Glacier

4.9 (10)

Tidewater glacier calving icebergs dramatically; ranger talks from deck. Binoculars essential. Majestic flow.

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Kenai Fjords ToursPopular

Whale Watching

4.8 (2,373)

Humpbacks bubble-net feeding in fjord depths. Narrated sightings. Marine ballet.

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Healy Glacier

4.8 (49)

Accessible tidewater with frequent calving shows. Kayak close-ups if tendered. Active ice theatre.

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McBride Glacier

4.8 (49)

Smaller glacier framing inlet's end; seracs sparkle. Bird cliffs nearby. Intimate view.

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Akiko “AM” MHidden Gem

Sea Otter Rafting

4.9 (83)

Floating groups in icy waters; pups wrapped in moms. Telephoto fun. Cute overload.

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martin lewisHidden Gem

Mountain Goat Sightings

4.8 (49)

Sure-footed climbers on sheer cliffs. Spot via scopes. Alpine thrill.

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Anchorage

Beatriz BrownMust See

Alaska Native Heritage Center

4.6 (1,957)

Cultural dances, village replicas, and artisan demos. Authentic stories. Indigenous immersion.

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RichardMust See

Chugach State Park (Flattop Mountain)

4.8 (295)

Hike to summit with city and glacier views. Moderate trail. Nature workout.

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Tony Knowles Coastal Trail

Bike or walk path with Turnagain Arm beluga views. Rentals available. Scenic ride.

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Jasper National Park Icefield Information Centre and Glacier GalleryPopular

Glacier Discovery Center

4.5 (7,421)

Touch icebergs, dog sled demos nearby. Short drive. Icy fun.

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Rouslan Valonen (LibertyToursLLC)Popular

Anchorage Museum

4.6 (1,109)

Art, history, and planetarium on Alaska themes. Interactive exhibits. Cultural hub.

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Lindsey LincolnHidden Gem

Potter Marsh Boardwalk

4.7 (1,279)

Spot moose, eagles, and salmon runs from raised path. Binoculars helpful. Wildlife easy-view.

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Ship Creek Salmon Viewing

4.4 (308)

Watch anglers catch kings/silvers downtown. Free spectacle. Urban fishing.

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Marcos CavalcantiHidden Gem

Homer Air Tours (if excursion)

5.0 (107)

Fly over Kachemak Bay glaciers (day trip). Stunning aerials. Bucket-list vista.

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Things to Do

Vancouver

Stanley Park

Capilano Suspension Bridge Park

Gastown

Granville Island

Vancouver Lookout

Science World

Queen Elizabeth Park

Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Garden

Juneau

Mount Roberts Tramway

Mendenhall Glacier

Whale Watching Tour

Alaska State Museum

Gastineau Channel

Macaulay Salmon Hatchery

Point Bridget State Park

Whittier

Glacier Quest Cruise

Alaska Native Heritage Center (nearby)

Portage Glacier & Begich Towers

Fishing Charters

Whittier Tunnel Adventure

Whittier Waterfront Walk

Skagway

White Pass & Yukon Route Railway

Klondike Gold Rush National Historical Park

Red Onion Saloon

Skagway Museum

Lower Dewey Lake

Jewell Gardens

AB Mountain Trail

Fairbanks

University of Alaska Museum of the North

Chena Hot Springs

Riverboat Discovery Cruise

Pioneer Park

Gold Dredge 8

Morris Thompson Center

Creamer's Field Migratory Waterfowl Refuge

Large Animal Research Station

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

Glacier Bay

Marjorie Glacier

Grand Pacific Glacier

Glacier Bay Lodge

Johns Hopkins Inlet

Bartlett Cove

Laminaria Bay

Tarr Inlet Hike

Point Adolphus

Denali

Denali National Park Visitor Center

Savage River Loop Trail

Eielson Visitor Center

McKinley Chalet Viewpoint

Husky Homestead

Denali Bus Tours

Polychrome Pass Overlook

Wonder Lake

Primrose Ridge Trail

College Fjord

Yale Glacier

Johns Hopkins Inlet

Harvard Glacier

Whale Watching

Healy Glacier