Ketchikan Cruise Port Guide
Photos: Unknown (CC BY-SA 2.0) · via Wikimedia Commons; Jyothish Lal, Gary Rodriguez, Amber Markel, Samuel Zusmanovitch, Dhananjay Baghel · via Google Maps
- Country:
- United States
- Region:
- Alaska
- Coordinates:
- 55.3431° N, 131.6467° W
About Ketchikan
Ketchikan is a city in and the borough seat of the Ketchikan Gateway Borough on Revillagigedo Island of Alaska. It is the state's southeasternmost major settlement. Downtown Ketchikan is a National Historic Landmark District.
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Things to do in Ketchikan on a port day
Top-rated sights within reach of the cruise terminal. Ratings, hours and reviews from Google — check opening times before you go.
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Photo: Joseph Dutko · via Google Maps Tourist attraction
Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show
4.7 (4,664) 0.4 km from port
Lumberjacks compete at log rolling, tree climbing, axe throwing & more with audience participation.
Near: The Alaska Fish House (25 m) · Ketchikan Crab & Go (38 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “A lot of good clean fun (with a bit of adult humor tossed in that will go over the kids…” — Kelly G
- 5 · “It’s obviously super touristy, but our family really enjoyed the show and the four lumberjacks we watched. The show last…” — Griff’s Garage
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Photo: Magdalena Rawecka · via Google Maps Park and Garden
Totem Bight State Historical Park
4.7 (1,392) 11.7 km from port
Park at a former Native American fish camp with totem poles & a traditional clan house.
Near: Alaska Totem Trading (161 m) · Potlatch Totem Park and Museum (163 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
Opening hours
- Monday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Tuesday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Wednesday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Thursday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Friday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Saturday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Sunday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
- 5 · “Really beautiful totems and helpful signs. It's easy to do a self-guided walk and there's a machine to pay your…” — Emily Gilmore
- 5 · “This is a beautiful park with a great history. I’d recommend taking a guided tour so you can get the…” — Leah Knobbe
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Photo: Steve Lee · via Google Maps Historical landmark
Creek Street in Ketchikan
4.7 (1,348) 0.4 km from port
Historic waterfront landmark featuring a scenic boardwalk, unique shops, and salmon-viewing opportunities.
Near: Dolly's House (22 m) · Creek Street Sign (26 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- 5 · “Great to walk down Creek Street when in Ketchikan. I enjoyed the shops but my favorite part was the creek!…” — Bill Harker
- 5 · “This is the iconic thing to do in Ketchikan. It only takes a short time and is a short walk…” — Jackie Newton
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Photo: Zack Curvin · via Google Maps Museum
Dolly's House
4.5 (249) 0.4 km from port
This early-19th-century brothel displays period furnishings & offers self-guided tours.
Near: Creek Street in Ketchikan (22 m) · Inn at Creek Street (41 m)
Opening hours
- Monday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Tuesday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Wednesday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Thursday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Friday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Saturday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- Sunday: 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
- 5 · “This place has been frozen in time! Walking up to the house was just amazing as the house! Creek street…” — kirbyfan 888
- 5 · “We absolutely loved visiting Dolly’s House! Not only was it fascinating to learn about Dolly herself, but meeting the incredible…” — Doody Destination
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Tourist attraction
Salmon Ladder Observation Platform
4.7 (169) 0.2 km from port
Scenic tourist attraction for salmon viewing and walking.
Near: Married Man’s Trail (10 m) · Salmon Ladder Vista (11 m)
- Good for children
- 5 · “Amazing experience seeing hundreds of salmon making the journey throughout the entire length of creek. Keep your eye out for…” — Jason Wigmore
- 5 · “amazing experience. tons of salmon! lovely short trail in the middle of town.” — Millie Chang
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Park and Garden
Whale Park
4.5 (111) 0.2 km from port
Small downtown park featuring beautiful flowers and historic totem poles.
Near: Pioneer Cafe (32 m) · Ketchikan Fire Department (47 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Dogs allowed
- 5 · “Beautiful little park with flowers as early as May 10.” — Joyce Hoffman
- 5 · “Whale Park might have been the smallest park I have ever stopped it but I enjoyed the flowers, totem poles…” — Samantha Montaño
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Tourist attraction
Potlatch Totem Park and Museum
4.7 (66) 11.6 km from port
Park with traditional native buildings and totem poles, plus a car museum.
Near: Alaska Totem Trading (2 m) · Totem Bight State Historical Park (125 m)
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Good for children
- Toilets
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Tuesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Wednesday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Thursday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Friday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- Sunday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
- 5 · “Super cute park next to the Totem Bight National Park. For those who are wondering, it is on the same…” — Emily Gilmore
- 5 · “Very well kept secret. It is a hidden gem next to the state park. Great antique car exhibit to go…” — Richard Frostman
Map of Ketchikan and nearby attractions
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