Guided Walking Tour of Sitka | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN

Overview

Make the most of your vacation time in Sitka by taking a 1-hour guided tour. This is the only tour in Sitka that brings you through the downtown area. Sitka's downtown is full of Russian buildings, gold-rush architecture, and fantastic seafood restaurants.

• The only tour to go through Sitka's historic downtown area
• Enjoy an alternative walking tour of Sitka with a local guide
• Tour is perfect for those interested in history, culture, & local tips
• Hear many stories from the Russian Era of Alaska

This small fishing town was once the capital of Russian America. You will gain a unique local perspective of Sitka as you are led through the historic downtown of a city rich with Tlingit indigenous culture.

City: Sitka

Thu 10 Apr

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Starting at $49.00

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Thu 10 Apr

Starting at $49.00

Make a reservation

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What's Included

Local tips for restaurants and exploration

Resident Guide (Contact us for Spanish-speaking and other private tour options)

All Fees and Taxes

Umbrella

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What To Expect

Sitka Sound Science Center

Our guide will discuss the role the famous Sitka Sound Science Center plays in researching sustainable fishing. If one of the salmon runs is occurring it is possible to see salmon jumping up the stream into the hatchery processing station.

St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral

Our guide will highlight the history, architecture, and significance of the Russian Orthodox Cathedral in the center of downtown Sitka. Note that this walking tour takes place entirely outside.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Traveler Photos

Reviews (71)

anamajer

Jan 2025

For a history buff, this tour is perfect to truly engage with a small town and learn more about it. After learning about the historic downtown area, we had plenty of time to explore the shops since the tour was only an hour long before heading back to the boat!

donatellodep

Jan 2025

I did this tour the first time I came to Sitka. Is Sitka historic? I've heard people give it an unfair rap. It's a small town, sure, but it's been there for a very very long time! C'mon! The church, the main street, the bishop's house are all very quaint and neat. And this tour taught me more than I could have learned from trying to read all the historic markers. Thank you to my guide, Andrew! Nice fella hah!

joshwE9835PN

Jan 2025

Great way to end my time in Sitka by a unique and rich tour of the historic downtown area. Our guide, which I unfortunately don't recall their name, was fantastic. Provided great information to the group and pointed out their local favorites. Even though it’s just an hour, it’s packed with value, and I left with a fantastic experience that felt complete.