Icy Straight Point
Icy Strait Point is one of Alaska’s most authentic cruise ports—it’s owned and operated by the local Tlingit community, which means your visit directly supports Indigenous culture and the people who live there. Unlike some busier ports, it still feels wild and unspoiled, with jaw-dropping scenery right off the ship.
It’s a place where Alaska feels real—untamed, cultural, and unforgettable.
OUR TOP FIVE ALASKAN PORTS
Skagway
Step back into the Gold Rush era in this tiny frontier town, where wooden boardwalks and restored buildings tell the story of 1898. The must-do here is the White Pass & Yukon Route Railway, a scenic train ride that winds through glaciers, waterfalls, and breathtaking mountain passes. It’s history meets jaw-dropping scenery.
Glacier Bay National Park
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the crown jewels of Alaska cruising. Ships sail right into the park, where you can witness massive tidewater glaciers calving (that’s when giant chunks of ice crash dramatically into the sea). The landscape is pristine, remote, and unforgettable—you’ll want to be out on deck with your camera the entire time.
Ketchikan
Known as the “Salmon Capital of the World,” Ketchikan offers incredible fishing, totem pole parks, and wildlife galore (keep your camera ready for eagles and bears). Creek Street, a former red-light district built on stilts over the water, is now filled with colorful shops and galleries. It’s quirky, cultural, and very Alaska.
Juneau
Alaska’s capital is only accessible by sea or air, which makes pulling into port all the more exciting. It’s the gateway to the famous Mendenhall Glacier, whale-watching tours, and helicopter rides that land right on the ice. Downtown Juneau has a charming mix of shops, breweries, and seafood spots (yes, the halibut tacos live up to the hype).
