Juneau
Walkability: 9.5/10United States
Hours in Port
~9 hours
Walk to Town
Downtown is directly adjacent to the cruise ship docks
Currency
USD (USD accepted)
WiFi
Good
Cell Coverage
Good
Time Zone
AKST/AKDT
Time Zone Alert
Juneau is Alaska Time — 4 hours behind Eastern, 1 hour behind Pacific.
Overview
Alaska's capital city is only accessible by sea or air — there are no roads in or out. Juneau is surrounded by the Tongass National Forest and sits at the foot of Mount Juneau and Mount Roberts. Mendenhall Glacier is just 12 miles from downtown. One of the most popular Alaska cruise stops.
The walkability score is a planning hint for navigating the port on foot from the terminal. Safety information should be confirmed against official travel advisories (e.g. travel.state.gov) before your trip.
All-aboard math
All-aboard in Juneauis typically 30–60 minutes before your ship departs — confirm the exact time on the day’s ship newsletter. Time-zone note: Juneau is Alaska Time — 4 hours behind Eastern, 1 hour behind Pacific.
Top Excursions
Mendenhall Glacier & Whale Watch
Dog Sled on Glacier (Helicopter)
Whale Watching Cruise
Rainforest Zipline
Mendenhall Glacier Trek
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Free Things To Do
Downtown Juneau Walking
Explore the compact downtown with gift shops, galleries, the Capitol building, and the Red Dog Saloon.
Mount Roberts Trails
Free hiking trails start right from the cruise ship dock. The lower basin trail is beginner-friendly.
Juneau-Douglas Bridge Viewpoint
Walk to the bridge for panoramic views of the Gastineau Channel.
Restaurants Near Terminal
Getting Around
Downtown is very walkable from the docks. City buses run to Mendenhall Glacier ($2). Taxi to glacier ~$35. Most excursions include pickup at the dock.
Emergency Information
Police
911
Hospital
Bartlett Regional Hospital — 3260 Hospital Dr
Medical Evacuation Coverage
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