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There are many spectacular places to visit in Alaska's capital city. Here you will find a list of possible destinations in Juneau to consider.
Here is a list of possible destinations in Juneau to consider. I can drive you to any of these destinations. I have identified the minimum amount of time needed to see each destination so you can plan your trip. There is no maximum amount of time needed but if you are combining destinations be aware that each destination adds to the overall time and needs to fit within your total available time. My time estimates assume I am departing from the downtown cruise ship docks and returning you to the same location.
*Availability based on season or weather*
Alaska Capitol - Historical
One of only 11 states that does not feature a dome. Located on 4th street in downtown Juneau. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from Trip Advisor
Alaska State Museum - Historical
Called the SLAM – Statewide Library Archives and Museum. Located on Whittier Street in Downtown Juneau. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of two hours.
Photo from Wikipedia
Auke Bay Harbor - Scenic
Located approximately 11 miles from downtown Juneau, this harbor is the home of many whale watching and sport fish boats. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from CBJ Harbor Facilities
Auke Bay Recreation Area-Scenic
Located approximately 12 miles from Downtown Juneau, this area has several picnic shelters overlooking the water. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from Recreation.gov
Bartlett Regional Hospital -Special Interest
The only major hospital in Southeast Alaska and located approximately 3 miles from Downtown Juneau. Driving you here and back would be about 30 minutes.
Photo from CBJ Bartlett Hospital
Cope Park - Scenic
Located in downtown Juneau near the Governor’s mansion, this beautiful small park surrounds Gold Creek. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from Trip Advisor
Costco - Special Interest
Smallest in the world and located approximately 5 miles from downtown Juneau. Driving you here and back would be about 30 minutes.
Photo from KTOO Public Radio
https://www.costco.com/warehouse-locations/juneau-ak-107.html
DIPAC (Douglas Island Pink and Chum) Salmon Hatchery* - Special Interest
Salmon returns run from late June through late September. Located approximately 3 miles from downtown Juneau. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from Juneau Empire newspaper
Eagle Beach - Scenic
See many Eagles and Views of the Chilkat Mountains and Lynn Canal, the world’s deepest fiord. Located approximately 22 miles from Downtown Juneau. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of two hours.
Photo from Adventure Flow
https://dnr.alaska.gov/parks/aspunits/southeast/eaglebeachsra.htm
Eaglecrest / Fish Creek - Scenic
Great hiking and biking trails during the summer months. Located approximately 13 miles from Downtown Juneau on Douglas Island. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from Wikipedia
Echo Cove “End of Road” - Scenic
Located approximately 40 miles from downtown Juneau, the road ends at the beautiful Echo cove with access to Berners Bay. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of two and a half hours.
Photo from Alaska Guide
Glacier Gardens* - Scenic
Beautiful botanical gardens located approximately 7.5 miles from downtown Juneau. Open from May 1st to the end of September. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from Alaska.org
Governor’s Mansion - Historical
Built in 1912 for $40,000 and the mansion is located on Calhoun Avenue in Downtown Juneau. There are no tours inside of the Governor’s mansion so to drive you here and back would be less than 30 minutes.
Photo from Trip Advisor
Jensen Olsen Arboretum* - Scenic
Open late April through late September from Wednesdays through Sundays. Located approximately 23 miles from Downtown Juneau. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo by City and Borough of Juneau Parks and Recreation
Juneau City Museum - Historical
Located on 4th street in Downtown Juneau across from the State Capitol. Learn about Juneau’s mining history. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from City and Borough of Juneau.
Juneau International Airport - Special Interest
Located approximately 9 miles from Downtown Juneau, this international airport is home to Alaska Airlines and regional aircraft companies. Driving you here and back would be about 30 minutes.
PPhoto from Wikipedi
Last Chance Mining Museum* - Historical
Open late May to early September and located approximately 3 miles from downtown Juneau. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from Alaska.org
Mendenhall Glacier Visitor’s Center / Nugget Falls - Scenic
Located approximately 13 miles from downtown Juneau, this glacier is the only glacier in Southeast Alaska accessible by road. It is the number one attraction for Juneau tourists. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from Alaska Media.
https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/tongass/about-forest/offices/?cid=stelprdb5400800
Overstreet Park /Tahku Whale Statute - Scenic
Located on 9th street in downtown Juneau. The start (or end) of the Sea Walk and location of four totem poles. Great photo point towards the cruise ships. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of 30 minutes.
Photo from Jeff Hoover
Perseverance Trail - Scenic
Located approximately 2 miles from downtown Juneau in Last Chance Basin. Oldest mining road in Alaska, but now a trail. Other trails such as the Flume and Mt. Roberts also start in Last Chance Basin. Driving you here and back would be about 30 minutes.
Photo from Alaska.org.
Shrine of St. Therese - Special Interest
Located approximately 22 miles from downtown Juneau, this beautiful area is open daily. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from shrineofsainttherese.org
Skater’s Cabin - Scenic
Located approximately 14 miles from downtown Juneau, this shelter overlooks the Mendenhall glacier. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from recreation.gov
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tongass/recarea/?recid=78801
Treadwell Mine Historic Trail (Savikko Park) - Special Interest
Located approximately 3 miles from downtown Juneau on Douglas Island. The trail walks through the mining ruins of the largest underground gold mine in the world. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour and a half.
Photo from CBJ
https://www.alaska.org/guide/treadwell-mine-historic-trail-walking-tour
West Glacier Trail - Scenic
Located approximately 14 miles from downtown Juneau, the west glacier trail gives you a different view of the Mendenhall glacier. The trail head is near Skater’s cabin. To drive you here and back you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from Alaska.org
https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/tongass/recarea/?recid=78817
Wickersham House Historic site* - Historical
Located on 7th street in downtown Juneau, this historic site is open Tuesday through Saturday mid-May through mid-August. To drive you here and back and for you to explore you need a minimum of an hour.
Photo from recreation.gov
Links to Other Juneau Travel Websites
Juneau Visitor Center
Juneau Visitor Information
Travel Juneau
Testimonials
- Jason Warner
I was going to send you a thank you note for the great tour you gave Darrell and me a couple of weeks ago but there was no mailing address on your card. We have shared your number with a few people and told everyone that it was a highlight of our cruise to Alaska.
Thank you again for being a gracious and informative driver.
Have a wonderful weekend!
- Laurie Howell & Darrell Mangham
All the very best, John Emilee & Hayden….Aunt Alone too!
- John Emilee & Hayde
- Tiffany
