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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 (406)

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 (406)

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$124

Private Taxi Tour

4.8 (91)

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

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$350

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

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$100

PREMIUM Sitka Scenic Tour

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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

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$110

Sitka Coastal Experience

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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

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$225

Wildlife Cruise and Homestead Discovery

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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

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$259

Best of Sitka Walks / Trails, Beaches + Viewpoints

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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

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$130

Sitka Self Guided Jeep Tour - Explore At Your Own Pace

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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

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$460

Wildlife Quest and Fin Island Lodge from Sitka

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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

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$284.23

Sitka Historical Highlight Tour

4.8 (15)

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

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$130

Sitka Coastal Wildlife Cruise Scenic Adventure

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Sitka Coastal Wildlife Cruise Scenic Adventure

Explore the stunning Sitka Sound coastline on this 1.5-hour wildlife cruise, where majestic mountains and glacial fjords set the scene. Board a state-of-the-art expedition catamaran,...

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

1 hour 30 minutes • Free Cancellation

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$169

Fortress of the Bear & Totems Historical Tour

4.9 (13)

Fortress of the Bear & Totems Historical Tour

If you prefer land over water, you can enjoy our two-hour historical and wildlife life tour in the comfort of a passenger van. On this...

2 hours

2 hours

2 hours

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$99

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Recent Sitka traveler reviews

Best of Sitka Land Tour / Bears, Raptors, Totems

Dreamer14694301184, Jul 2026

Great excursion

Ryan was a great guide and provided meaningful commentary as we toured each spot. He gave historical facts and pertinent information prior to each stop. We had just a small glitch in our meeting spot and time but that was my own fault since I did not have WiFi onboard the cruise ship. Overall this was an excellent photo opportunity for bears and raptors.

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Best of Sitka Land Tour / Bears, Raptors, Totems

Debra_W, Jul 2026

Great Excursion

Ryan was a great guide. Laidback and gave great narration of the Island. Would definitely recommend this excursion. Liked the smaller size of the group too.

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Adventure Hike | ALASKAN WILDERNESS TRAIL

BackPacker313262, Jul 2026

nice walk

Great walk. Private walk with guide and my wife. Most would call it a walk rather than a hike, but forest was beautiful and guide was great to be with.

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Sitka Whale Watch and Sea Otter Quest

eileena513, Jul 2026

Great outing

Our captain, Jordan & guide Sawa were fantastic. We got to see seals, otters, eagles & whales. Jordan knew the best spots and Sawa even knew the name of one of the whales we saw.

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Sitka Coastal Wildlife Cruise Scenic Adventure

sohyoungd, Jul 2026

Amazing experience

Abby, Jaco, and captain Gray were friendly and knowledgeable about the coastal sea lives. We had an exciting experience.

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Small-Group Scenic Tour | SITKA SIGHTSEEING

Stephanie_H, Jul 2026

We had a wonderful day in...

We had a wonderful day in Sitka! Our guide, Ryan, was very knowledgable about Sitka and its history. He showed us many scenic areas. He was extremely friendly and helpful!

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Sitka Self Guided Jeep Tour – Explore At Your Own Pace

Alan_F, Jul 2026

Well organized, friendly...

Well organized, friendly staff, nice car. A good excursion for us. Cool Alaska wants more but this is all I want to write.

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Downtown Sitka E-Bike Rentals

chrispM7172XN, Jul 2026

Great experience and a blast.

We got off the ship and went straight to the weed dispensary to get a joint. Asked weed man about e bike rentals and he said cross the street and to the corner. So we proceeded. Met Ollie first Raniers awesome dog while Ranier was helping fit some other renters. Then helped us with no issues. Was a great guy. Felt very confident with his knowledge of the area. Sent us on a beautiful tour of their town. We had a great time. Price was excellent and bikes were fun. Sorry if I misspelled your name..

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Sitka Sound Marine Wildlife Tour

Wander35897798881, Jul 2026

Best Wildlife Tour in Alaska!

You won't regret booking a tour with Captain Mike. Not only will you see an incredible variety of wildlife, but you'll also learn about Sitka's history and gain fascinating insights into the animals you encounter along the way. As a Sitka local, Captain Mike knows exactly where to go to give you the best chance of seeing everything on your wish list.One of the best part of the experience was the smaller boat, which made the tour feel much more personal and intimate than larger group excursions. We had an amazing time from start to finish, and I can't recommend this tour highly enough!

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Sitka Historical Highlight Tour

Sarah_M, Jul 2026

Darryl was excellent -...

Darryl was excellent - loved the tour. Got some amazing pictures and Silver Bay and the bears were really cool.

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Fortress of the Bear & Totems Historical Tour

Peter_A, Jul 2026

Great way to see bears

Great way to see fun and funny bears. We got to walk around on some nice trails and see some beautiful views while driving around town.

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Sitka Whale Watch and Sea Otter Quest

Elaine_S, Jul 2026

Extremely fun day with knowledgeable crew

Jordan and Siya went out of their way to make the trip fun and educational. We saw sea otters, sea lions, gray whales, and an eagle's nest. The crew annswere call of our questions and taught us a lot.

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A Comfortable Sitka Whale Watching Wildlife Shore Excursion

352nikki, Jul 2026

Fantastic whale watching experience!

Amazing experience! If you’re looking for a private, up close and personal whale watching experience, this is it!! My family of 6 thoroughly enjoyed this excursion with our tour guide, Rick. He knew exactly where to go to find whales and was super knowledgeable about them and so much more! We enjoyed seeing whales, sea lions, sea otters and bald eagles. We also enjoyed getting to know life in Sitka through a local’s perspective and learning so much about the history of Sitka as well. I highly recommend this tour, you will not be disappointed!

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Adventure Hike | ALASKAN WILDERNESS TRAIL

Demetrius_J, Jul 2026

I had first time hikers...

I had first time hikers in my family and Dakota was great in guiding us. He met us on time and gave us great insight on the area and what to expect. The trail was more rigorous than I planned for, as there's is over 700ft of elevation change. We made it and were glad that we did!

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Sitka Historical Highlight Tour

chakraashley, Jul 2026

Good

Great experience loved seeing the bears and eagles

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Wildlife Quest and Fin Island Lodge from Sitka

TIFFANY_Z, Jul 2026

This is a must do...

This is a must do experience. The island was amazing and the food was fantastic. Then we got to see all the wildlife around the area!

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You'll receive a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours in advance of most of our tours.

Sitka Attractions

Fortress of the Bear

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Sitka National Historic Park

Sitka National Historic Park 5 Tours & Activities Oahu, USA

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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Alaska Raptor Center

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Sitka Sound Science Center

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Baranof Castle State Historic Site

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