Skagway

Walkability: 10/10

United States

Direct DockAlaska

Hours in Port

~8 hours

Walk to Town

Broadway Street shops start 2 min from the dock

Currency

USD (USD accepted)

WiFi

Limited

Cell Coverage

Limited

Time Zone

AKST/AKDT

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Time Zone Alert

Skagway is Alaska Time — 4 hours behind Eastern.

Overview

A Gold Rush-era town at the head of the Lynn Canal, Skagway was the gateway to the Klondike Gold Rush in 1898. Today its restored boardwalk downtown (part of a National Historic District) welcomes cruise ships. The White Pass & Yukon Route railroad is the star attraction.

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 Skagwayis typically 30–60 minutes before your ship departs — confirm the exact time on the day’s ship newsletter. Time-zone note: Skagway is Alaska Time — 4 hours behind Eastern.

Top Excursions

White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad

$120–$2503-4 hours

Yukon Suspension Bridge & Sled Dogs

$150–$2003-4 hours

Chilkoot Trail Hike

$80–$1504-5 hours

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Free Things To Do

Broadway Street

Walk the restored Gold Rush-era main street with wooden boardwalks, saloons, and shops.

Gold Rush Cemetery

Short hike to the cemetery where notorious outlaw Soapy Smith is buried. Lower Reid Falls nearby.

Klondike Gold Rush NHP Visitor Center

Free National Park Service center with ranger talks and gold rush history exhibits.

Restaurants Near Terminal

Skagway Brewing Co.$$

Starfire (Thai)$$

Bonanza Bar & Grill$

Getting Around

Everything in town is walkable. The SMART bus runs free in summer. Most excursions pick up at the dock or on Broadway. No taxis needed for downtown.

Emergency Information

Police

911

Hospital

Dahl Memorial Clinic — 350 14th Ave

Medical Evacuation Coverage

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