Ketchikan, Alaska

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Ketchikan, Alaska overview

The first cruise ship appeared in Ketchikan 114 years ago, and it has been a favorite port ever since. You can tour the area by boat, bus, horse-drawn trolley, or even a restored 1955 Chevy. The most famous part of town is Creek Street. The homes once comprising the red light district are now filled with arts, crafts and gift shops. Totem poles are everywhere, with 24 at Saxman Native Totem Park.

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Pub Crawl

Pub Crawl

$99/Adult

Pub Crawl Don't want to spend the entire day on a tour? Join in on this small group, intimate tour...

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60 Minute Misty Fjords Highlights by Seaplane

60 Minute Misty Fjords Highlights by Seaplane

$372/Adult

This introductory Misty Fjords Tour provides the same great scenery as our Deluxe Misty Fjords Tour...

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Jeep & Canoe Adventure

Jeep & Canoe Adventure

$269/Adult

Get to know the small group you will be hanging with today in Ketchikan as you will share a special...

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Totem Bight Park and Rain Forest Canoe

Totem Bight Park and Rain Forest Canoe

$209/Adult

Totem Bight Park and Rain Forest CanoeUncover the rich cultural history of the Alaskan Natives in th...

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4044 Ketchikan, Alaska Port Reviews

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by katierney23

Loved Ketchikan! We did not book an excursion, just walked the city, then took a short hike. Great shopping, lots of eagles. Beautiful stop with plenty to do.

by deanejones

OH MY...I blew my travel budget at this port which is my favorite. Bought 2 pieces of native Alaskan art, l a beautiful bentwood carved/paintned box and the other a very unique 36-38" totem. So worth this port call to visit and explore.

Visited: May 06, 2018

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by CruzeFan

Third time to Ketchikan, so I just did the walking tour following the free map available at the Visitors Center right at the pier. Lots of history and great architecture on the walk - Creek Street, Married Man’s Trail, the Fish Ladder, Totem Heritage Center, etc.

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