Ketchikan
Known as the Salmon Capital of the World and the Totem Pole Capital, Ketchikan features Creek Street's colorful boardwalk, world-class fishing, dense rainforest, and rich Tlingit and Haida Native culture.
Cruise Port Intelligence
Dock Port
Ships dock at one of four berths along the downtown waterfront. All are within easy walking distance of Creek Street and downtown attractions.
Very Walkable
Downtown Ketchikan is very walkable. The famous Creek Street is steps from the cruise piers. City buses run to Totem Bight State Park ($2). Most excursion operators offer pier pickup. Water taxis go to remote fishing and hiking spots.
Best For
Port Hours
Typical 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Currency & Language
Safety
Very safe small town. Trails can be slippery when wet (which is often).
Insider Tips for Ketchikan
- Ketchikan is the 'Salmon Capital of the World' — fishing charters are excellent
- Creek Street's boardwalk over Ketchikan Creek is picturesque and walkable
- The Totem Heritage Center has the largest collection of unrestored totem poles
- Ketchikan gets a LOT of rain — bring waterproof gear regardless of forecast
Cruise Itineraries Visiting Ketchikan
7-Night Alaska Inside Passage
Royal Caribbean • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Night Alaska Glacier Route
Royal Caribbean • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Night Alaska Inside Passage
Norwegian Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Night Alaska Glacier Route
Norwegian Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Night Alaska from Vancouver
Norwegian Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Vancouver, BC
7-Night Alaska Inside Passage
MSC Cruises • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Night Alaska Tracy Arm & Glaciers
MSC Cruises • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska Inside Passage
Norwegian Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska Glacier Bay
Norwegian Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska Inside Passage
Carnival Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska Glacier Route
Carnival Cruise Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
10-Day Alaska from San Francisco
Carnival Cruise Line • 10 Days • from San Francisco, CA
7-Day Alaskan Explorer
Holland America Line • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska Inside Passage
Holland America Line • 7 Days • from Vancouver, BC
7-Day Glacier Discovery
Holland America Line • 7 Days • from Vancouver, BC
14-Day Great Alaska Explorer
Holland America Line • 14 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Voyage of the Glaciers (Northbound)
Princess Cruises • 7 Days • from Vancouver, BC
7-Day Inside Passage with Glacier Bay
Princess Cruises • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska Dawes Glacier
Princess Cruises • 7 Days • from Seattle, WA
7-Day Alaska with Haines
Princess Cruises • 7 Days • from Vancouver, BC
Shore Day Guide: Ketchikan
Quick Stats
Excursions in Ketchikan
50 excursions available
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