Fish Tales & Ales - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Fishing Fleet and Bars

Ketchikan, US
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Excellent (7 reviews)

Highlights

  • Drinks at the "Shipwreck Bar" and exploring the wall of shame
  • Exploring the historic Red Light District and watching salmon
  • Walking along the boardwalk street with historic buildings
  • Getting up close and personal with fishing boats and crew
  • Sampling the house specialty at a classic fishermen's hangout

Meeting Point

Please meet us 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour by the Giant Rain Gauge outside the Northside of the Visitor Info Center across from Berth 2. 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

Ketchikan, AK 99901 , United States

End point

End Point

The tour will end 1/2 mile away at Thomas Basin

Meeting point

126 Thomas St, Ketchikan, AK 99901 , United States

End point

What to expect

1

Sourdough Cocktail Bar

AKA The Shipwreck Bar. This is one of the Fishing Fleets favorite places to grab a drink and share stories. We’ll sample a house specialty or 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
2

Creek Street

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

Duration 15 minutes
3

Dolly's House Museum

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

4

Potlatch Bar

Walk the Fishing Fleet docks to see and learn about the various types of fishing boats, meet some fishermen, hear some fishing tales, then head up to a classic fishermen’s favorite hangout to sample the house specialty or grab a cold brew...with more stories, of course!

Duration 30 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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    Visit the nearby Salmon Ladder for views.
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    Try the local fish tacos at the Potlatch Bar.
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    Bring your camera for stunning creek views.
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    Arrive early for great photo ops at Creek Street.
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    Check out the local art galleries on your way.

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