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

Tue 22 Apr

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Starting at $49.00

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Tue 22 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)

Octave_B

Sep 2024

David did a nice job explaining the history of Sitka. He was very personable and kept the tour interesting.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Your review means the world to us! We’re happy you had an amazing experience with our guides!

garnettch

Sep 2024

This tour was very disappointing. The guide walked backwards during the entire tour, This made it hard to hear for those who were in the back. Would have been better if either there were listening devices or at least stop and let the group gather around to hear the information. Guide was pleasant and gave some personal information about growing up in the area, which was good. The tour seemed to be slightly rushed for a couple of people who needed to get back to their cruise ship. This is really not fair to those who planned their time wisely. Overall, don’t waste $40 on this tour.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

We are grateful that you shared your experience, so that we can discuss this and learn from what you felt! Thank you for your solutions as well! We are proud of the way we listen to our customers' ideas.

Candice_Y

Sep 2024

John Bruce was very knowledgeable and such a sweet man. We enjoyed listening to him tell us all about the town.

Response from Host

Oct 2024

Thank you for the wonderful review of our guides. We loved showing you around Sitka.