Haines has a handful of bustling restaurants in the heart of downtown, but there’s something special about a classic on the outskirts of town that locals love. The Klondike Saloon and Restaurant is a bare-bones, tiny establishment that does grub right. However, you have Haines Brewery pints on tap and a selection of wines,…
Category Archives: Things to do
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What Would You Do … at the Klondike Saloon?
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Visit Alaska Indian Arts
This local non-profit organization, committed to preserving and showcasing indigenous arts and crafts, is a hub for Haines travelers. Highlighting the culture of local Northwest Coast Native tribes, the showstopper is the silkscreen prints. Created by the team of Master Carvers in Haines, each design is drawn by hand before being cut and printed…
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American Bald Eagle Foundation
Haines is home to one of the biggest bald eagle conservation organizations in the world. Just three blocks from downtown, this two-part organization is committed to both conservation and education surrounding the national bird. You’ll find a natural history museum featuring more than 200 Southeast Alaskan specimens. The raptor center is also part of…
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Hop on the Haines Skagway Fast Ferry
Whether you want to check out Skagway or simply want the experience of an Alaska Ferry, a jaunt on the “fast ferry” is a must in Haines. Each trip is only 45 minutes, but it shuttles passengers between two of the most beautiful of Alaskan towns. Service is safe, comfortable and reliable with ADA-ready…