Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars in Ketchikan
Ketchikan, United States

Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars

Outty Ranking 74 5.0 · 30 traveler reviews1.5 hoursFrom $95

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74/100

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Is Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars worth booking?

Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars is a 1.5-hour experience in Ketchikan, United States, from $95 per person. It scores 74 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended, based on a 5/5 rating across 30 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
74 / 100
Rating
5/5 (30)
Duration
1.5 hours
From
$95 per person

Enjoy an entertaining guided historical walking tour of 3 of Ketchikan's favorite watering holes and famous Creek Street. Learn about the colorful events that have shaped Ketchikan, The Salmon Capitol of the World and Al

What you get

    About this experience

    Enjoy an entertaining guided historical walking tour of 3 of Ketchikan's favorite watering holes and famous Creek Street. Learn about the colorful events that have shaped Ketchikan, The Salmon Capitol of the World and Alaska's First City. Sample drinks and learn the crazy and sometimes scary history of the bars, historical events and the town of Ketchikan with a local guide. With 3 bars to visit, you'll stroll the Old Town waterfront and Creek Street while taking in the stories and photogenic scenery of this colorful town and its people. Your tour guides are local and know these bars well. Fun, entertainment, drinks, history, and great story telling is what we specialize in! As a bonus, your guide will also be your photographer along the scenic tour. Your camera or ours, you'll get great pictures of you to share and enjoy the memories for years to come! Come join us for this tour!

    What's included

    Included

    • Alcoholic beverages

    Not included

    • Gratuities

    What you'll see and do

    1. Arctic Bar

      Sample a drink specialty or beer at one of Ketchikan's oldest bars. Hear about the Arctic's history and other crazy stories of destruction in the area. Get to know the mascot with some great photos. Enjoy the view from the only bar with a deck dockside in town.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    2. AKA The Shipwreck Bar. This is another one of the towns oldest bars and a favorite with the local fishermen.We'll sample their house specialty or a brew and peruse the amazing wall of shame of shipwrecked boats. You will also see amazingly large trophy fish and crab mounted on the walls.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    3. Creek Street

      Historic Red Light District along the beautiful Ketchikan Creek - a great place for photos and watching the salmon swim up stream to spawn. Along the way there, you will hear stories of the colorful past of Ketchikan, see historic buildings and get to stretch your legs along the fairly flat sidewalks through town.

      15 minutes here

    4. Dolly's House Museum

      An example of the types of businesses that used to line the boardwalk street in the earlier years.

      Pass by without stopping

    5. Potlatch Bar

      Another historic bar at the top of the Fishing Fleets' docks is a favorite Fishermen's hangout. Again, you will sample the "Latch's" specialty drink or enjoy a cold beer while wrapping up the tour with just a few more laughs and crazy stories from your tour guide, locals or the bartender.

      20 minutes here · Admission included

    Where it starts and ends

    Meeting point

    Ketchikan

    Please meet us 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour a the Top of the Ramp of Cruise Ship Berth 3 by the restrooms. Adults 21+ years only. Must show valid state issued/passport photo id at the beginning of tour. No refunds will be issued for lack of id.

    Hotel pickup

    No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.

    Ends at

    About 1/2 mile away from the starting point.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Every day
    Group size
    Up to 12 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Terry's Tour

    Know before you go

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Scooter accessible

    Photos

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    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 30 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    7 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Photo opportunities

    2 mentions

    The views and photo stops come up again and again.

    Organization

    2 mentions

    Pickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.

    Traveler reviews

    30 verified traveler reviews for Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Rodney_M · July 2025

    An enjoyable excursion tour.

    Tour guides Terry and Judy were very nice people and made the experience more enjoyable. They communicated well with us ahead of the tour as our cruise ship schedule change and were able to start earlier than planned as we’re flexible with our group as we added two more people last minute. We happened to be in Ketchikan on July 4th so there was a lot going on that day with the town parade etc. The town bars and sites we visited were very busy and quite loud that day which made it hard to hear about some of the history behind each location. I would like to have given a little higher rating and would recommend the tour and I didn’t give it 5 stars as we would have liked a little more on the history and would recommend more of a tilt in that direction as the tour starts. Overall very enjoyable, interesting places to visit and fairly easy walk around the town. Ketchikan was our favorite cruise port and appreciate Terry and Judy for helping make our day in port a fun time.

    via Viator

    Heidi_B · June 2025

    Great personalized tour!

    Very personalized tour of Ketchikan! Judy and Terry were amazing! Full of interesting information on Ketchikan and fun. We only had our family on the tour which was extra special. Highly recommend booking this tour. Met us right at the cruise ship dock so super easy.

    via Viator

    sirlance · May 2025

    Worth doing if time is short

    Terry the guide was on time and very pleasant and knowledgeable of the area, we had a few pints with locals and time to chat a little, Terry took a few photos of us on route which was nice, but as yet we have not received copies as promised, shame !

    via Viator

    Harrison_B · May 2025

    Must book

    It was a great one on one experience with someone who was a local. Better than a group experience. Knew the history of the area and the good bars

    via Viator

    Brenda_H · September 2024

    Cruising and Boozing in Ketchikan 😎

    Terry and Judy were awesome. We enjoyed our afternoon with them immensely. Very informative and fun!

    Response from the operator: Thanks Brenda! We thoroughly enjoyed spending the afternoon with you and getting to know the both of you. Enjoy your adventures! Cheers! Terry

    via Viator

    Good to know

    Duration
    1.5 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Every day
    Hotel pickup
    No pickup, meet at start point
    Booked in 30 days
    11
    Verdict
    Strongly Recommended

    Why this scores 74

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)93
    Review evidence (18% weight)49
    Booking momentum (14% weight)42
    Value for money (12% weight)78
    Listing quality (10% weight)85
    Local standing (8% weight)68
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Ketchikan.

    How much does Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars cost?

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    Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Ketchikan usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars take?

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    Plan for about 1.5 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Ketchikan is not rushed.

    Is Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 74 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 30 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Ketchikan, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 1.5-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars?

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    Around 11 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Ketchikan can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Ketchikan and add a light layer if any part of the 1.5-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Cruisin' and Boozin' - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Sites and Bars start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Ketchikan within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Ketchikan?

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    Ketchikan runs short, cruise-timed excursions: Misty Fjords floatplane flights, Tongass rainforest zip lines, totem park tours, crab feasts and wildlife boats up the Behm Canal. On Outty we rank every Ketchikan experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Ketchikan Kayak Eco-Tour, Off the Beaten Path Ketchikan Photo Safari - 3 hr., Ketchikan Shore Excursion: Rainforest Canopy Ropes and Zipline Adventure Park. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Ketchikan?

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    May to September, matching the Alaska cruise season. Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Ketchikan?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

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