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A Juneau Vacation might just be the most memorable part of your entire Alaska experience. But you really don't need to spend a lot to enjoy many of Juneau's best attractions.
Located along the beautiful Inside Passage of Southern Alaska, Juneau is surrounded by natural beauty. In fact, Juneau is situated on the Gastineau Channel, a narrow straight lined with huge Alpine peaks on both sides. The lush mountains on either side of the channel are often covered in snow, providing a storybook setting for the city. Just beyond the first row of mountains is the enormous Juneau Icefield, which is the biggest Icefield in all of North America. Excursions available in Juneau can run in the hundreds of dollars. Some of these excursions are certainly worth whatever you pay, if you can afford it. However, if you need to stick to a tighter budget, it is still possible to visit several of the most breathtaking and unforgettable sights in Juneau. Alaska Vacation Rentals, Beach Vacation Rental Homes, Condos, Cabins & Houses This will take you from a lush peak high above the city to what might well be the most amazing attraction in all of Juneau. Your Juneau Vacation starts immediately as you head off your ship at the docks near downtown. Keep an eye out for the building marked "Mt. Roberts Tramway". This kiosk is located at 490 S. Franklin Street, right next to the cruise ship docks. You can purchase tickets for the tramway at this kiosk, the tramway car departs every ten minutes from this location. It will take you up 1,800 vertical feet to the beautiful pine rain forest. The top of the tramway is home to a Check out the nature center and gift shop, then catch a film detailing native culture entitled Seeing Daylight in the theatre adjacent to the nature center. Finally, you can enjoy a hike on one of the many available trails, which offer incredible views of the Gastineau Channel, the city of Juneau, and the endless panorama of snow-capped mountains. Finally, take the tram back down to your ship. Grab lunch onboard and save the cost of eating in town and enjoy your Juneau Vacation.
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