Sitka

Travel Guide
Photo provided by State of Alaska/Matt Hage
This small town on Alaska’s Inside Passage packs together arts, outdoor recreation, history and wildlife for fantastic vacation activities.

Plan a trip to Sitka to experience old and new in an amazingly beautiful setting. See ancient art from the native Tlingit people who have occupied Sitka for more than 5,000 years. Then view modern performance art in renowned summer programs.

Inspect the totems at Sitka National Historical Park and Sitka Cultural Center for insight to the area’s history. The tall hand-carved poles tell the stories of the Tlingit people amid the wildlife of the rainforest and engaged in battle with the Russians in 1804. Learn more about the early Russian settlers inside St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Cathedral, which was restored after a 1966 fire.

Hiking around Sitka offers trails for all skill levels. Make the challenging day hike up the dormant volcano Mt. Edgecumbe or pack a picnic lunch and visit one of Sitka’s parks with winding trails and ocean views. Starrigavan Recreation area on Halibut Pointhas the added bonus of salmon spawning observation in July and August.

Watch for other wildlife in the land, sea and air. Deer and brown bear are common in the woodlands around Sitka. The Fortress of the Bear has rescued cubs. Seals, sea lions, otters and whales often swim just off the shore of Baranof Island. Observe the bald eagles and other birds of prey at the Alaska Raptor Center and seabirds at Saint Lazaria Island.

Send your kids to the Sitka Fine Arts Camp and attend their impressive performances at the end of multi-week programs. Join Sitka’s festivals throughout the year, featuring creative arts during the March Arti-Gras, music during the summer Home Skillet Fest and science during November’s WhaleFest.

Sitka is located on Alaska’s Inside Passage on Baranof Island. Many visitors travel to the region by cruise boat or fast ferry. Alternatively, fly here from Seattle in less than 3 hours. Once in the city, travel to most points of interest by foot, bike or rental car. Try flightseeing in a plane or rent a boat or ATV for additional adventures.

Westmark Sitka
Westmark Sitka
3 out of 5
330 Seward St, Sitka, AK
Fully refundable
The price is P11,426 per night from 14 May to 15 May
P11,426
per night
14 May - 15 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sitka. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Popular attractions St. Michael's Cathedral ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (196 reviews)
OK
"One of and handful of hotels in Sitka. The room was clean, comfortable, and somewhat dated. It is expensive for what is offered but all of Alaska is. My only issue was that the room was supposed to come with breakfast. They had in room coffee but that’s it."

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

Westmark Sitka
Baranof Lodge
Baranof Lodge
2 out of 5
404 Sawmill Creek Rd, Sitka, AK
The price is P13,911 per night from 26 May to 27 May
P13,911
per night
26 May - 27 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sitka. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
7.8/10 Good! (112 reviews)
"Staff was Excallent. You can pretty much walk to most places"

Reviewed on Apr 29, 2024

Baranof Lodge
Sitka Hotel and Restaurant
Sitka Hotel and Restaurant
2.5 out of 5
118 Lincoln St, Sitka, AK
The price is P15,691 per night from 29 May to 30 May
P15,691
per night
29 May - 30 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sitka. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (297 reviews)
"It was very nice and clean. The staff were all very helpful and friendly."

Reviewed on May 10, 2024

Sitka Hotel and Restaurant
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Caribou Cabins
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2.5 out of 5
5 Borealis Avenue, Tok, AK
Stay at this cabin in Tok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Faith ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (414 reviews)
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Cloudberry Cabin
Cloudberry Cabin
2.5 out of 5
287 McKenzie Trail, Tok, AK
Stay at this cabin in Tok. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fireplace in the lobby. Popular attractions Muklukland and Faith Chapel are located nearby.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (141 reviews)
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Reviewed on Apr 17, 2024

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Alaska Creekside Cabins
2 out of 5
11886 Old Exit Glacier Rd, Seward, AK
Stay at this cabin in Seward. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a picnic area. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions Seward ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (470 reviews)
"Clean and very nice"

Reviewed on Sep 9, 2023

Alaska Creekside Cabins
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