Juneau

14 Best Juneau Shore Excursions

The shore-day fillers that earn their slot: underground gold-mine panning, rainforest e-bike loops, salmon bakes and Tracy’s crab shack as a destination in itself. Juneau has no road out of town; everything good is therefore close.

1.Ultimate Whale Watch and Tracy’s Crab Shack Combo

Experience Juneau's wildlife and seafood with this combined whale watching tour and Tracy's Crab Shack lunch, offering authentic Alaskan adventure and cuisine.

Most Popular★ 5.0

“We booked a Whale watching excursion and Tracy's Kung crab combo lunch. Whale watching was phenomenal and the food was extraordinary amazing.”

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2.Mendenhall Glacier Trolley Tour

Discover Mendenhall Glacier with this convenient trolley tour from Juneau, featuring scenic views, insightful guides, and flexible scheduling—all for $79.

★ 4.5

“The tour guide was easy to find and check in was easy. Our bus driver gave us great stories and information along the route. We had enough time at the glacier to enjoy it and hike to the falls.”

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3.Juneau Whale Watching and Salmon Bake

Experience Juneau’s wildlife up close with whale watching and a tasty salmon bake. Discover stunning views, expert guides, and authentic Alaskan flavors.

★ 5.0

“Great tour with lots of information about whales and locating them. The tour guide and captain of boat were fantastic. Just wish it was longer. Salmon bake was a little ordinary as the food didn’t accomodate for people from Australia. No food served had Anne’s…”

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4.eBike Rainforest Experience

Discover Juneau's stunning rainforest and glaciers on a guided e-bike tour, perfect for all fitness levels, offering breathtaking views and authentic Alaska experiences.

★ 5.0

“James was an excellent guide, very knowledgeable about town history, landmarks, and forest trees. I wish the ride had been along a dedicated bike trail instead of a road, but cars were quite sparse, so that was all right. Lovely views and beautiful forests. The…”

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5.Segway Coastal Scenic Rainforest Tour

Explore Juneau's stunning coastline and rainforest on a guided Segway tour, visiting Mendenhall Glacier, with expert guides and beautiful scenery.

★ 5.0

“Great activity. Easy to do. RJ was a fantastic guide. There was only us two, so it was a special tour. I feel like other tours would have canceled. I highly recommend.”

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6.Juneau Private 3 Hour Scenic Road Trip

Discover Juneau’s natural beauty on a private 3-hour scenic road trip. Visit glaciers, wildlife hotspots, and cultural sites with a knowledgeable guide.

★ 4.5

“Joel did a wonderful job taking us all around Juneau. We saw new sites not seen in a previous visit. Highly recommend.”

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8.Alpine Segway Wilderness Trail Adventure

Experience Alaska’s wilderness on a 3-hour guided Segway tour through forests and mountain trails, perfect for adventure seekers and nature lovers alike.

★ 5.0

“Casey and Mallory were amazing guides! Despite the heavy rain it was still a phenomenal experience in the Alaskan rainforest. Don’t miss it!!”

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9.Best of Juneau: Mendenhall Glacier, Whale Watching and Salmon Bake

Discover Juneau’s highlights with this full-day tour featuring Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and a traditional salmon bake. Perfect for authentic Alaskan experiences.

★ 4.5

“The greenery & the awesome sight of Mendenhall Glacier! The whale sightings were too far sway but the sight of the sea lions made up for them! The delicious food at the salmon bake!”

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10.Juneau Gold Creek Salmon Bake

Experience an authentic Alaskan salmon bake with gold panning, river views, and live music in Juneau. A fun-filled day for food lovers and adventurers alike.

★ 4.0

“We had another good visit at this salmon bake. We come here every time we are in town. We like to improvement they kept making on the ground, Service and food was really good. We will come back again next time when we are in…”

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11.Historic Gold Panning Adventure & Salmon Bake

Join this Juneau tour to pan for gold, enjoy a hearty salmon bake, and explore local waterfalls and city sights with friendly guides and authentic experiences.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic overall with an educational side and a fun side. Our guide Marlin was fun to be around and more so, with the panning portion; was teaching the history while demonstrating the technique. He kept it light and fun. Even in rain, the trip operated…”

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12.Historic Gold Mining and Panning Adventure

Discover Juneau's gold rush history with a hands-on panning adventure, guided by expert prospector, including city sights and gold certificates.

★ 4.0

“Felt more authentic than many Gold panning experiences. Our Guide was patient and entertaining and knowledgeable. My son loved it and we left with some gold! We did not book the Salmon Bake portion and wish we had. We dropped some other families off there…”

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13.Mendenhall Lake Kayak and Salmon Bake Adventure

Experience the stunning Mendenhall Glacier on a guided kayak trip followed by an all-you-can-eat Alaskan salmon bake—an authentic adventure from Juneau.

★ 4.5

“McKenna was an awesome kayak guide. Very friendly and easygoing. We had a beautiful day on the lake and kayaking was easy. The weather was great and seeing both the glacier and golden nugget falls was spectacular. She took some great pictures of us as…”

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14.Historical Walking Tour of Abandoned Gold Rush Era City with AR

Discover Juneau’s abandoned Gold Rush town with a 2-3 hour walking tour, augmented reality, and tales of Alaska’s industrial past — an immersive glimpse into history.

★ 5.0

“As a lifelong Juneauite, I thought I knew the Treadwell story pretty well—but this tour absolutely blew me away. Walking the historic trails with someone who can bring the ruins to life through stories, old photos, and little-known details was incredible. I’ve driven past that…”

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