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Sitka & the Southeast, Alaska

Russian History on the Wild Coast

Onion-dome heritage, totem poles, and ocean wildlife in the Tongass rainforest.

At a glance · 5 reasons to go

Why Sitka & the Southeast, Alaska.

  1. Russian-era history and an onion-domed cathedral.

  2. Totem poles in coastal rainforest.

  3. Sea otters, whales, and bald eagles.

  4. Fresh-caught seafood and small-town charm.

  5. Southeast Alaska's cultural gem.

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Sitka mixes Alaska, Russia, and Tlingit cultures on a stunning outer coast — an onion-domed cathedral, totem poles in the rainforest, and waters full of otters, whales, and eagles. A characterful, history-rich port town.

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Safety

Safety Overview

Sitka & the Southeast, Alaska

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Reviewed: 2026-06-06

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