Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars

Ketchikan, US
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Highlights

  • Sample drinks at Ketchikan's oldest bars
  • Learn the crazy and scary history of the bars
  • Stroll along the Old Town waterfront and Creek Street
  • Enjoy the stories and photogenic scenery of Ketchikan
  • Wrap up the tour with laughs and crazy stories

Meeting Point

Please meet us 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour a the Top of the Ramp of Cruise Ship Berth 3 by the restrooms. Adults 21+ years only. Must show valid state issued/passport photo id at the beginning of tour. No refunds will be issued for lack of id.

Meeting point

509 Water St, Ketchikan, AK 99901 , United States

End point

End Point

About 1/2 mile away from the starting point.

Meeting point

126 Thomas St, Ketchikan, AK 99901 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Arctic Bar

Sample a drink specialty or beer at one of Ketchikan's oldest bars. Hear about the Arctic's history and other crazy stories of destruction in the area. Get to know the mascot with some great photos. Enjoy the view from the only bar with a deck dockside in town.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
2

Sourdough Cocktail Bar

AKA The Shipwreck Bar. This is another one of the towns oldest bars and a favorite with the local fishermen.We'll sample their house specialty or a brew and peruse the amazing wall of shame of shipwrecked boats. You will also see amazingly large trophy fish and crab mounted on the walls.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included
3

Creek Street

Historic Red Light District along the beautiful Ketchikan Creek - a great place for photos and watching the salmon swim up stream to spawn. Along the way there, you will hear stories of the colorful past of Ketchikan, see historic buildings and get to stretch your legs along the fairly flat sidewalks through town.

Duration 15 minutes
4

Dolly's House Museum

An example of the types of businesses that used to line the boardwalk street in the earlier years.

5

Potlatch Bar

Another historic bar at the top of the Fishing Fleets' docks is a favorite Fishermen's hangout. Again, you will sample the "Latch's" specialty drink or enjoy a cold beer while wrapping up the tour with just a few more laughs and crazy stories from your tour guide, locals or the bartender.

Duration 20 minutes
Admission Admission Included

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Wheelchair accessible
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    Scooter accessible
Provided by Terry's Tour

What our experts say

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    Try the Arctic Bar's signature drink.
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    Visit Creek Street for salmon viewing.
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    Bring your ID; it's 21+ only.
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    Enjoy the view from the Potlatch Bar.
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    Arrive 15 minutes early to check in.

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