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Discover Ketchikan, Alaska - Cruise Port Guide | What to Do in One day in port
Planning a cruise to Ketchikan, Alaska? Discover the best things to do in Ketchikan during a cruise port day, from historic Creek Street and colorful totem poles to local food, attractions, and practical tips for exploring the city. In this Ketchikan Alaska cruise port guide, I’ll take you around one of the most popular ports on an Alaska cruise and show you what you can realistically see and do during your time ashore. We’ll explore the famous Creek Street, once Ketchikan’s historic red-light district, learn a little about the city’s fascinating past, discover its connection with salmon, fishing, logging, and Alaska Native culture, and look at some of the attractions you may want to include in your day. We’ll also talk about the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show, local seafood, totem poles, what you’ll find around the cruise port, how easy Ketchikan is to explore on foot, and a few simple tips that can help you make the most of your visit. If Ketchikan is on your Alaska cruise itinerary, this guide will help you decide what to see, what not to miss, and how to plan your day in port. Have you visited Ketchikan before? What was your favorite place? Or, if this is your first Alaska cruise, what are you most excited to see? Let me know in the comments! Subscribe to Cruising the World with Horton Novak for more Alaska cruise guides, cruise port tips, ship tours, and travel videos. ────────────────────────────────────── 🎁 FREE CRUISE PACKING CHECKLIST Never forget an essential again! Download my FREE printable Cruise Packing Checklist: https://cruising-the-world.com/checklist/ ⭐ RECOMMENDED IN THIS VIDEO • Ketchikan Tours with GET YOUR GUIDE: https://gyg.me/ZHy2Wzfg • Ketchikan Tours with VIATOR: https://viator.tpo.lu/R9zcbTVY • Ketchikan Tours with Shore Excursions Group: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1847173&data=hortonnovak@cruising-the-world.com 🧭 ALASKA CRUISE PORT GUIDES • Juneau Cruise Port Guide: https://youtu.be/QJJyR7U6dhA • Skagway Cruise Port Guide: https://youtu.be/PUxvxD-3viw • Sitka Cruise Port Guide: https://youtu.be/KY7cY_qljyg ⚓ MY CRUISE & TRAVEL RESOURCES 🌎 Visit My Website Cruise guides, destination articles, travel tips, exclusive discounts, and much more: https://cruising-the-world.com 🧳 Cruise Essentials I Use Browse my Amazon Storefront featuring the cruise and travel gear I personally use and recommend: https://amzn.to/4bGdDyZ 📚 My Cruise Journals & Books Designed by me to help you remember, plan, and enjoy every adventure. https://amzn.to/44Fysa3 🏨 Hotels & Accommodation Find great hotel deals before or after your cruise: https://booking.tpo.lu/Vyy1QetF 🎟️ Tours & Shore Excursions GetYourGuide https://gyg.me/V1xcr5Y4 Viator https://viator.tpo.lu/PQT3aulO 📱 Travel eSIM Stay connected while you travel without expensive roaming charges: https://airalo.tpo.lu/DaZKB92q 💰 Travel Deals & Discount Codes Discover my latest travel offers and exclusive discounts: https://cruising-the-world.com/discount-codes/ 🎥 KEEP EXPLORING ► My Latest Videos https://www.tubebuddy.com/quicknav/latest/UCed1lEBwisGxj8n50Qqr-PA 🇧🇷 Do you speak Portuguese? Visit my Portuguese channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Horton_NovakBR 🌍 FOLLOW MY ADVENTURES ► Website https://cruising-the-world.com ► Instagram https://www.instagram.com/horton_novak/ ► Facebook https://www.facebook.com/HortonNovakCTW ► TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@horton_novak ► Pinterest https://au.pinterest.com/horton_novak/ ► Threads https://www.threads.com/@horton_novak ► X https://x.com/Horton_Novak ❤️ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL Some of the links above are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. Your support helps me continue creating free cruise and travel videos, destination guides, and helpful resources for fellow cruise lovers. Thank you for being part of the journey! #Ketchikan #AlaskaCruise #travel 00:00 Ketchikan Alaska Cruise Port Guide 00:35 Welcome to Ketchikan, Alaska 01:17 Ketchikan Cruise Port & Downtown 02:19 Ketchikan History & Native Alaskan Culture 03:12 Creek Street & Ketchikan’s Red-Light District 04:06 Dolly’s House & Creek Street History 05:05 Ketchikan Totem Poles & Tlingit Culture 06:11 What to Eat in Ketchikan: Salmon & Seafood 06:51 Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show 07:39 Lumberjack Show Tickets & Booking Tips 08:21 More Things to Do in Ketchikan 08:47 Ketchikan Excursions & Nature Tours 09:18 Essential Ketchikan Cruise Port Tips 10:00 How to Beat the Crowds in Ketchikan 10:37 Is Ketchikan Worth Visiting? 11:10 More Alaska Cruise Port Guides