Wondering what to do in Sitka? With a lot of exciting things to do, Sitka is the best place to go on an epic adventure. Here is the list of places that you can enjoy exploring and discovering.

Alaska Raptor Center

Love to meet the wildlife especially the birds? Alaska Raptor Center is best for you. It is growing from a backyard and a volunteer-run operation. The Alaska Raptor Center has become Alaska’s foremost bald eagle hospital and educational center, as well as one of the state’s premier visitor attractions.

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Sitka National Historic Park/Totem Park

Are you curious about the past history between Tlingit and Russian in Alaska? You should visit the Sitka National Historical Park. It is earlier known as Indian River Park and Totem Park. It was re-designated as a national historical park from its previous status as a national monument on October 18, 1972. The park in its various forms has sought to commemorate the Tlingit and Russian experiences in Alaska.

Harbor Mountain Trail

Plan on going on a hike? Sitka has its Harbor Mountain Trail. It is one of the easiest and most scenic ways to get into the alpine area.

St. Michael’s Cathedral

Get spiritual! Visit St. Michael’s Cathedral. It is located in the downtown business district in Sitka, on the southwestern coast of Baranof Island in the Alexander Archipelago of southeastern Alaska. St. Micahel’s Cathedral is a cathedral of the Orthodox Church in America Diocese of Alaska, at Lincoln and Matsoutoff Streets in Sitka, Alaska.

Artist Cove Gallery

Wow! Arts and handmade jewelry are amazing! Visit Artist Cove Gallery located in the center of downtown Sitka. It is a small, locally-owned art gallery with a focus on handmade art, jewelry, and gifts from Alaskan, local and native artists with a small handful of artists from around the world.

Cpt. Gary’s Sitka Adventures

Do you love discovering wildlife? Captain Gary’s Sitka Adventure is best for marine tours. It is a family-run, local tour company offering whale watching, marine wildlife, and land tours in Sitka, Alaska. Enjoy the epic adventure and breathtaking sites by land and sea.

Packed with a lot of amazing things to do in Sitka, surely you don’t want to miss this out. What are you waiting for? Plan your vacation now.