Skagway ranks as one of Alaska’s most popular ports. It’s not unusual to find four ships docked there on the same day. There are two separate docks in Skagway. The first is along side the Lynn Canal directly south of town. The second is basically at the foot of Main street a short 5 minute walk to the center of town. Usually the smaller ships will dock in town and the larger alongside the Canal.
Both are within walking distance of downtown Skagway or grab the shuttle for $1 each way.
Skagway’s sunniest days run from May to June and then as the summer progresses it gets increasingly rainy. It can be cool when the wind is blowing so be sure to plan to dress in layers as you should in most ports oc all for Alaska.
Broadway Street offers you a 7 block long shopping area. For your lovers of Starbucks, this is the location of the one and only Starbucks you will find on your cruise. It is located across the street from the train station in a curios store. Look for it on the right side of the street as you enter town.
The most popular shore excursion is a ride on the White Pass and Yukon Railway. The 3-hour round trip train ride to the top of White Pass is a wonderful adventure. If you can sit on the left side of the train for best viewing.
The other two shore excursions we recommend are the Glacier Helicopter ride and the dog sledding. Both unique and worth your money and time.
For a drink head over to the Red Onion Saloon on Broadway. This former bordello is now a fun restaurant/bar where the waitresses dress the part and offer tours of the bordello portion of the building. Yes it’s extremely touristy, but it is worth a visit.
Hungry? Then head over to the Skagway Fish Company for some quality food and a glass of wine. Located on the Lynn Canal between the ships docked there and the walk into town, The Skagway Fish Company is where the locals chose to dine and drink, so you know it has to be good.