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Welcome to Sitka

A historic Russian fur trading post established in 1799, then a gold mining camp and fishing village, Sitka Alaska is a port city on Sitka Sound. Ancestral home of the indigenous Tlingit Native Americans, seat of the Russian Orthodox bishop of Alaska in the mid-1800s, and influenced by generations of Scandinavian trappers and fisherman, Sitka presents visitors with interesting cultural blendings and 24 attractions listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Plan on visiting Sitka National Historic Park and enjoying activities like wildlife viewing, whale-watching, fishing and hunting, exploring the shores of the Bay, touring the city, and dining on some of the best seafood around.

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Things To Do In Sitka

Simply Amazing Sitka Tour: Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor, & Totems

4.7 (415)

Simply Amazing Sitka Tour: Fortress of the Bear, Alaska Raptor, & Totems

Skip the big buses and long lines with this small group tour narrated by a local guide. This is Sitka's only tour option to include...

2 hours 30 minutes

2 hours 30 minutes

2 hours 30 minutes

4.7 (415)

~~$124~~
$123

Private Taxi Tour

Special Offer

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4.8 (92)

Private Taxi Tour

Enjoy a fully customizable private tour. We understand that most visitors only have a handful of hours to experience this amazing city by the sea....

2 to 3 hours • Hotel pickup offered

2 to 3 hours • Hotel pickup offered

2 to 3 hours • Hotel pickup offered

4.8 (92)

~~$350~~
$349

Sitka Scenic Tour

4.4 (76)

Sitka Scenic Tour

Grab the chance to see Sitka on a 2-hour tour with local guides who will share the highlights and history of this fascinating and beautiful...

2 hours • Free Cancellation

2 hours • Free Cancellation

2 hours • Free Cancellation

4.4 (76)

~~$100~~
$99

PREMIUM Sitka Scenic Tour

4.8 (474)

PREMIUM Sitka Scenic Tour

Visit the top three asked about sites in Sitka! Alaska Raptor Center, Fortress of the Bears, Sitka Historical National Park (Totem Park) You can avoid...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

4.8 (474)

~~$110~~
$109

Private Guided Hiking Tours in Sitka, Alaska

5.0 (1)

Private Guided Hiking Tours in Sitka, Alaska

Discover the wild heart of Sitka, Alaska with private guided hiking tours that showcase the region's pristine temperate rainforest. Engage with the breathtaking landscapes, from...

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation

3 to 4 hours • Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

~~$200~~
$199

Sitka Coastal Experience

Special Offer

Special Offer

5.0 (1)

Sitka Coastal Experience

We don’t just guide—we grew up exploring these waters. I take you beyond the typical routes to the hidden beaches and quiet coves only locals...

2 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

2 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

2 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation

5.0 (1)

~~$225~~
$224

Best of Sitka Land Tour / Raptors, Totems + Scenic Sitka

5.0 (3)

Best of Sitka Land Tour / Raptors, Totems + Scenic Sitka

Discover Sitka’s wildlife, culture, history, and breathtaking coastal scenery on this relaxed small-group sightseeing experience. Visit the Alaska Raptor Center to encounter rescued birds of...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

3 hours • Free Cancellation

3 hours • Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

~~$130~~
$129

Wildlife Cruise and Homestead Discovery

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Special Offer

5.0 (7)

Wildlife Cruise and Homestead Discovery

Embark on an unforgettable adventure directly from your cruise ship! Your expedition boat takes you on a magical journey through dynamic Sitka Sound, offering breathtaking...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

3 hours • Free Cancellation

3 hours • Free Cancellation

5.0 (7)

~~$259~~
$258

Best of Sitka Walks / Trails, Beaches + Viewpoints

5.0 (2)

Best of Sitka Walks / Trails, Beaches + Viewpoints

✔ Small-Group Experience ✔ Local Guides ✔ Off the Beaten Path Experience Sitka the way locals do--on foot, surrounded by rainforest, ocean views, and rich...

3 hours • Free Cancellation

3 hours • Free Cancellation

3 hours • Free Cancellation

5.0 (2)

~~$130~~
$129

Sitka Self Guided Jeep Tour - Explore At Your Own Pace

4.9 (7)

Sitka Self Guided Jeep Tour - Explore At Your Own Pace

Discover the beauty of Sitka with a self-guided Jeep tour, perfect for adventurers looking to explore on their own terms. This tour allows you to...

4 hours • Free Cancellation

4 hours • Free Cancellation

4 hours • Free Cancellation

4.9 (7)

~~$460~~
$459

Wildlife Quest and Fin Island Lodge from Sitka

5.0 (3)

Wildlife Quest and Fin Island Lodge from Sitka

Set out in search for Sitka’s famous wildlife, including sea otters, whales, coastal brown bears, and more. This tour has a 99.9% – wildlife viewing...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

5.0 (3)

~~$284.23~~
$283.23

Sitka Historical Highlight Tour

Special Offer

Special Offer

4.8 (17)

Sitka Historical Highlight Tour

Come join us on a 2.5 hour experience of Sitka's highlights, history and breathtaking views! One of Sitka's highlights that we'll take you to is...

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

2 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

4.8 (17)

~~$130~~
$129

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Sitka Historical Highlight Tour

Patricia_G, Jul 2026

Sitka Highlights - Perfect Title!

Hits the highlights and Darryl was knowledgeable and friendly. Each location we stopped at was worthwhile and a nice way to squeeze a lot into a short amount of time!

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Best of Sitka Land Tour / Bears, Raptors, Totems

Wander540396, Jul 2026

Fantastic

Loved this tour in a van which is so much better than a bus. Our guide was phenomenal, very informative as well as humorous! All the stops made the tour one of the best I have been on.

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Wildlife Cruise and Homestead Discovery

amykY7779MY, Jul 2026

10/10 stars!

This was the best value of any excursions we have taken. The guides were knowledgeable and the entire trip was a blast. This was a smaller boat and it made it much more enjoyable.

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Best of Sitka Land Tour / Bears, Raptors, Totems

Lori_C, Jul 2026

Wonderful tour!

Ryan did a great job! He was very informative and made the trip fun. Would definitely recommend this tour

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Sitka Coastal Wildlife Cruise Scenic Adventure

BKweekend, Jul 2026

Best Boat Crew

The all ladies crew was awesome! Captain put us near sea lions, sea otters, whales, and a few bald eagles. Our crew photographer was very knowledgeable on the local wildlife and area. Captain was also very sharing with the local history and current information. Windy day with lots of chop on the water but it was very enjoyable. Excellent tour

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Sitka Coastal Wildlife Cruise Scenic Adventure

kristenbR1099EZ, Jul 2026

BEST BEAR DAY EVER

Unbelievably AWESOME experience! Our ship captain Jake, and Blake and Devon were the best! So knowledgeable and when we saw that young Coastal Brown Bear in the Wild, my sister & I were THRILLED!! And, more Bald Eagles than we could count! Plus, the darling “old” homestead site with the salmon appetizers, hot chocolate and s'more's~just LOVELY and FANTASTIC!! Thank you Adventure Sitka!!

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Sitka Sound Marine Wildlife Tour

samie851, Jul 2026

Absolutely perfect day!

We had an absolutely amazing time with Captain Mike from Sitka Safari. In our 2-hour tour, our family saw sea lions, shore birds, otters, and TONS of whales! Captain Mike is a local and knows exactly where all of the wildlife hangs out and is very knowledgeable about the entire area. We are so thankful for him giving us a perfect AK wildlife discovery day that left our whole family in awe.

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Sitka Whale Watch and Sea Otter Quest

nancy_s, Jul 2026

Sitka whale watch

Wonderful experience! Whales , sea otters and sea lions !!! Very knowledgeable guide. Highly recommend!

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A Comfortable Sitka Whale Watching Wildlife Shore Excursion

aft_aka_wj3, Jul 2026

Fantastic Sitka Boat Cruise for 6 — Can't Recommend Enough!

We went on an absolutely amazing tour with Captain Rick, who was fantastic — super knowledgeable and friendly, really helped make the experience unforgettable. I can't recommend this tour enough if you're passing through Sitka. We got super lucky and saw som amazing humpback whale activity, plus sea otters and sea lions, but I'm sure that even if it hadn't been a perfect day that Captain Rick would've found us the best wildlife viewing available. Would absolutely book this again if we come back to town!

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Sitka Whale Watch and Sea Otter Quest

Mary_B, Jul 2026

Amazing tour on the Raven!

We had a fantastic time in this tour. We saw whales , sea lions , Sea otters . The boat was comfortable and big. It did not feel crowded.

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Sitka Self Guided Jeep Tour – Explore At Your Own Pace

Nicole_H, Jul 2026

This is the best way to...

This is the best way to experience Sitka. The guided tour allowed for freedom to roam, but still gave us ideas and structure. Really impressed with the info given and the quality of the Jeep. 10/10z

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Sitka Sound Private Seaplane Tour Experience

Nicole_F, Jul 2026

I didn’t know what to...

I didn’t know what to expect, but this exceeded all I imagined. The perspective of the island from the air is amazing. Jackson was friendly and knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable. All around a great adventure!

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A Comfortable Sitka Whale Watching Wildlife Shore Excursion

briankellyvaught, Jul 2026

Great tour, small, tailored to what the group wants to see.

If you want a small group, immaculate boat, friendly tour guides, and a great experience Coastal Tours is it! 100% recommend.

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Downtown Sitka E-Bike Rentals

RINDA_I, Jul 2026

Outstanding

Great bikes and the owner went above and beyond for us. Take his recommendations on where to go. Overall great experience.

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Adventure Hike | ALASKAN WILDERNESS TRAIL

D409FPpamelaw, Jul 2026

Great day in Sitka with nice view points

Great day fabulous weather and views of breaching whales. Our guide gave us an extra 1/2 hour once we spotted whales from last stop!

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Private Guided Hiking Tours in Sitka, Alaska

SIONE_O, Jul 2026

Beautiful, special hike in Sitka.

This was a highlight of my time in Alaska! My guide, Olga, was extremely knowledgeable about the area, the flora and fauna. She picked the perfect hike for me and I saw beautiful vistas and areas that will stay with me always. Also, she was so thoughtful and personable and I thoroughly enjoyed getting to know her and hearing about her life and journey. I was concerned that a private hike might feel awkward, but it wasn’t at all! I highly recommend this excursion - I felt very comfortable and safe, and loved every minute of my time on this hike in Sitka with Olga!

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Sitka Attractions

Fortress of the Bear

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Alaska Raptor Center

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Russian Bishop's House

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Sitka Cruise Port

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St. Michael's Cathedral

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Sheldon Jackson Museum

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Sitka National Historic Park

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Sitka Sound Science Center

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Baranof Castle State Historic Site

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