Juneau, United States cruise port
Alaska
Dock Port

Juneau

United States
50 excursions
$25–$599
Very Walkable

Alaska's capital city is accessible only by sea or air, surrounded by the Tongass National Forest and the massive Juneau Icefield. Mendenhall Glacier, whale watching, and bear viewing make it a top cruise port.

Cruise Port Intelligence

Dock Port

Ships dock at the Egan Drive Cruise Ship Terminal or the AJ Dock downtown. AJ Dock is walkable to downtown; Egan Drive has shuttle service.

Very Walkable

Downtown Juneau is compact and walkable from AJ Dock. Free shuttle buses run between Egan Drive terminal and downtown. City buses serve Mendenhall Glacier ($2). Helicopter and floatplane tours depart from the waterfront.

Best For

Glacier lovers
Wildlife enthusiasts
Adventure seekers

Port Hours

Typical 6:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Currency & Language

US Dollar
English

Safety

Very safe. Be bear-aware on trails near Mendenhall Glacier.

Insider Tips for Juneau

  • Mendenhall Glacier is the #1 free/cheap option — the visitor center is excellent
  • Helicopter glacier tours are pricey but genuinely once-in-a-lifetime
  • Tracy's King Crab Shack near the dock has legendary crab legs
  • Whale watching success rates are nearly 100% during summer season

Excursions in Juneau

50 excursions available

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