Across from the port in Sitka are several souvenir shops and eateries. This store is on the left…read moreas you get off the ship. They have many food, gifts and souvenir options to choose from. I've shopped here several times over the years. It's definitely a convenient spot before or after excursions. On our last visit, I got a t-shirt for my husband and a long sleeve top for me. The staff are very welcoming, nice and helpful.

During our summer cruise, when I saw they had a golf course at one of the stops, Sitka, I had to…read morebook us! Wasn't sure what to expect but it exceeded our expectations! I was able to reserve everything via email. Easy enough and the price was great for 4 to golf 9 holes with pick up from port and back. It was $120/person and was a great price compared to other excursions, and who doesn't want to say they went golfing in Alaska! Different from the norm and we loved it! Once we arrived in port, I received a call where to meet our driver. He was super friendly and a quick and easy drive to the course. It was only about 10-15 minutes away. As soon as we got there we walked into the clubhouse to check in and get our gear. The clubs and cart were clean and gently used. We're not pros so it worked for us! We started off with drinks before the range and then to our 9 holes. Range is standard, warmed up and off we went. Greens and Tee boxes are astroturf which I totally get with weather they get. But the views are amazing. Pictures don't do it justice, it's absolutely breathtaking!!! Some steep rides up hill but the golf carts made it! Half way through we were back at the clubhouse for a break and some tasty hot dogs and beer! Bathrooms were clean which is always a plus!! The staff was amazing! Back to the course and forgot which hole, I believe 4 or 5 and you're at the very top of the mountain driving your ball to the hole below. Absolutely amazing!! Definitely a fun experience you have to try to say you did!! The weather was perfect that day for us! Hope to visit again some day!!

I have no clue why this place only gets three stars. The customer service here was off the charts…read more Bianca went out of her way to come and get us at the cruise port (just the two of us). We golfed this nine hole course (extraordinary views) which is extremely tough. If you're afraid of heights, don't come here because it's very steep and a Rugged terrain - this is not Saint Andrews links. You're in Sitka. The golf course is only open for about three or four months a year. It's mostly run by volunteers. But we had such a wonderful trip. Bianca is a one-man show here I do think they need stuff at the pro shop. They need Koozies for beer a price for buckets of beer and some other things however what they do have was really nice range balls we're only six dollars a bucket. We will be back.

This is about the shop at the cruise port, which matches the pictures. The address may be the one…read moredowntown? The shop is very nice, obviously able to handle the sudden volume coming off the ships. They have everything you could want Alaska, from knives to clothes to mammoth jewelry to magnets. It is a tourist ship, but clean with high quality wares.

If you get tempted to shop here like my wife did DO IT! You won't find another store like this…read moreunless you travel to Icy Strait Point. Unfortunately my wife thought they had another store at Ketchikan which they did not. She's kicking herself yet I'm smiling happily inside bc of my money wallet! Aw joking... They do have helpful customer service as wifey expressed. We don't remember if they did in Hoonah just bc our goal there was not shopping! My bad. Oops! I got to relax outside this Brenner store drinking my coffee so wifey can take her time shopping. I was in my own heaven nonetheless! LOLOLOL Too bad we might have to travel to Alaska again in the future just to fulfill my wifey's shopping needs! I just have to remind her Sitka & Hoonah(icy strait point) ONLY!!! Now Go Shopping to your heart's delight as they have more than just fine clothing like nice gifts for friends & family. . I think wifey was not supposed to take pictures here. What? Oopsie.

Kayak review Summary/ TLDR…read moreI would definitely recommend SWCK. Gear was outstanding, response time was fantastic, safety was exceptional and the day trip was very fun. Longer summary Mike was very responsive when I tried to book the kayak trip. We would be in Sitka for the day during our week-long Alaska cruise with Holland America (great cruise line, but that is another review). SWCK is a bit of a walk from where the bus drops you off at the visitors center, but that wasn't a big deal. Walking across the bridge to to SWCK gave us a great view of Sitka. Mike was ready with all the gear and kayaks. We let him know that we had to be back in time to get on the boat and he definitely gave us enough time to get back. We were 2 adults, an 11yo, a 9yo, and an 8yo. The adults have kayaked a couple times before and the kids were new to it. Mike is experienced with younger kayakers as well as older kayakers (he has *a lot* of experience). After a good safety and technique talk, we set off for a beach for lunch and then saw a whale in the distance, given our strength and ability to kayak he changed course so we could get a closer look at the whale and she was beautiful. We also saw sea lions, sea otters, and bald eagles. Since Mike is so experienced with kayaking and taking photos, he took photos and videos of us the whole time and airdropped it to me at the end, which was awesome. The weather was wonderful. Needless to say, Mike is very personable and loves what he does. Thank you for letting us share the day with you, Mike. Definitely a highlight of our trip.

Another delightful trail in Sitka!…read more Like the others it's: 1) Insanely well-maintained: not rocky, lots of boardwalks. 2) Easy to access from downtown: the trail quite literally starts in town, no car necessary. When I went on Memorial Day, there was still lots of snow at higher elevations. I went up to the shelter and turned around. Next time I hope to do the loop!

fun trail. Even more fun in the winter with snow if you know what you're doing. not a beginner…read moretrail.

Probably the most-hiked trail in Sitka, for a couple reasons…read more - like many trails in Sitka, access from downtown is easy, you don't even need a car. - it's relatively flat This trail takes you in 4.5 miles on relatively flat terrain, through a rainforest, to a waterfall. It's similar to many of the trails you'd find in the Columbia River Gorge near Portland, or to the rainforests of Olympic National Park in Washington. As you get close to the waterfall, it's very likely that sections of the trail will be flooded. This may require some route finding on your part. You may get wet!

The trail was gorgeous. The pamphlets, everything, and everyone says the hike takes 2-3 hrs one way…read morebut maybe in the warmer weather. We hiked when the snow was still there and let me tell you it'll take about 4-5hrs to get to the waterfall. There's a nice detour along the way to see the beautiful mountain. Great place to take epic pictures. The trail was very peaceful and brings you closer to nature.

Local said it's been closed for several years! Don't waste your time!. Shop across the street did…read morehave fabric!

Sitka offers a good selection of galleries and shops that are not typical or touristy. Abby's is…read moreone of these stores specializing in quilts. Beautiful Alaskan wildlife fabrics, notions, embellishments, kits, books, patterns and some yarns can be found here. Staff are pleasant and helpful. There is also some clothing and souvenirs available for purchase.

Sitka sits on the open Gulf of Alaska, not the protected inside passages of most Southeast Alaska…read moreports. Strong tides move nutrient-rich water through volcanic island corridors. That creates dynamic feeding zones for humpback whales, sea otters, sea lions, and seabirds. Just a 15-minute walk from downtown, Sitka National Historical Park is Alaska's smallest national historical park. What makes this park truly special is its unique blend of Tlingit heritage and Russian history. The park is home to beautifully crafted totem poles, scenic trails, and historical sites that tell the story of the region's Indigenous peoples and the Russian influence that shaped Sitka. The totems themselves were stunning and far more impressive in person than my partner and I expected. The combination of the well-maintained forest trail, the sound of nature around us, and these huge carved totems appearing along the path makes this place one of the highlights of our trip. Alaska in the summertime is well worth a visit!

Sitka National Historical Park Review We visited Sitka…read moreNational Historical Park on an Alaska cruise excursion, and the park itself is wonderful. The bus just dropped us off and picked us up an hour later, which wasn't enough time. The visitor center has beautiful totem poles, interesting exhibits, and a great 15‑minute documentary about Sitka's Russian and U.S. history. We also met Nena, a watercolor artist who showed us her work, and watched a woodcarver demonstrate how he turns raw wood into art -- both were highlights. There are several easy trails (10, 15, and 30 minutes), but with only an hour we couldn't enjoy them fully. Next time, we'll take public transportation and explore at our own pace. The park is absolutely worth visiting -- just skip the overpriced excursion.