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Discover Sitka, Alaska | Must-See Highlights on a Cruise Port Day! #alaska #alaskancruise #sitka
📚Why I love Cruising with you – Get your copy: https://amzn.to/4eSYv3R Sitka, Alaska, is one of those cruise ports that surprises almost everyone who visits. It is not about big excursions or packed schedules. Sitka is about ancient forests, Russian Orthodox cathedrals, Native totem poles, a dormant volcano on the horizon, and an atmosphere unlike any other on the Alaska cruise circuit. And the best part? You can explore most of it completely on your own, without booking a single paid tour. In this video, I walk you through my experience in the city and everything you need to know for your Sitka port day, including how the free shuttle system works, the best things to see and do, where to spend your time, and practical tips to help you make the most of every hour ashore. 🌲 What's covered in this video: • How the port works and how to get into town for free • The fascinating Russian history behind Sitka and Saint Michael's Cathedral • The Sitka National Historical Park: totem poles, old-growth forest, and wildlife • The harbor, downtown, and Mount Edgecumbe volcano on the horizon • Wildlife in Sitka, including bear viewing and the Alaska Raptor Center • Practical tips for making the most of your port day in any weather • Do you really need an excursion in Sitka? The honest answer This video is part of my Alaska Cruise Port Series. Subscribe and hit the bell so you don't miss any of the upcoming guides for Ketchikan, Icy Strait Point, and more! And if you want to see more of Alaska, check the videos for Juneau and Skagway already in the channel: 🛳️ Juneau in a cruise port day: https://youtu.be/QJJyR7U6dhA 🛳️ Skagway in a cruise port day: https://youtu.be/PUxvxD-3viw 🔔 Subscribe for more cruise tips and travel inspiration 👍 If this video helped you plan your trip, leave a like. It really helps our channel! See you in the next video! ────────────────────────────────────── ⚓ 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! ────────────────────────────────────── #Cruise #Cruising #Travel 00:00 Could This Be Alaska's Most Underrated Cruise Port? 00:42 Introduction 01:22 Arriving at Sitka Cruise Port 03:10 A Short History of Sitka 05:36 Exploring Downtown Sitka 07:38 St. Michael's Cathedral 08:30 Sitka National Historical Park 10:35 Totem Poles & Tlingit Culture 11:50 Sitka Harbor & Waterfront 13:03 Wildlife Around Sitka 13:48 Russian Bishop's House 14:44 Sheldon Jackson Museum 15:40 Sitka Pioneer Home 16:40 Castle Hill 18:13 Fortress of the Bear 18:57 Alaska Raptor Center 19:55 Final Thoughts 20:48 Next Alaska Cruise Port Guide #cruiseship #Cruising #Travel