⚓ Cruise Port

Skagway

Currency
US dollar
Language
English
Time in Port
Typically around 7am–8pm.
Pier Location
Docks are a short walk from the historic downtown; the railway depot is right by the piers.
Best For
Gold Rush history, the scenic railway, and alpine drives
About Skagway

Skagway is a tiny, perfectly preserved Gold Rush town at the head of the Inside Passage, where false-front buildings and wooden boardwalks look much as they did in 1898. Its star attraction is the White Pass & Yukon Route railway, a narrow-gauge train that climbs through cliff-hugging switchbacks toward the Yukon. Ringed by towering peaks, it's the most history-rich stop on an Alaska cruise.

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Insider Tip

The White Pass railway sells out — book it well before your cruise. For the best canyon views, sit on the LEFT side heading up; conductors often have passengers switch sides for the return.

Highlights
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White Pass & Yukon Route
A vintage narrow-gauge railway climbing nearly 3,000 feet past gorges and waterfalls — the signature excursion.
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Historic downtown
A walkable Gold Rush National Historical Park of saloons, shops, and museums right off the dock.
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Chilkoot & Dewey Lakes
Hikes from an easy lake loop to a piece of the legendary stampeders' trail.
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Yukon & Emerald Lake
Cross into Canada for stunning alpine scenery and the vivid Emerald Lake.
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Glacier & bike adventures
Helicopter glacier tours and downhill bike rides from the summit.
Local Food & Drink
  • Fresh salmon and halibut.
  • Reindeer dogs and chowder.
  • Local brews at the Skagway Brewing Co.
Shore Excursion Ideas
1 White Pass & Yukon Route train.
2 Train + Yukon scenic drive combo.
3 Historic Skagway walking tour.
4 Glacier helicopter tour.
5 Summit downhill bike ride.
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