Sea Otter & Wildlife Cruises
Compare wildlife cruises among the islands for otters, sea lions and eagles.
By Greg Peters, editor · Updated October 2026
Compare wildlife cruises among the islands for otters, sea lions and eagles.
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Round out your day
Beak Restaurant
Walk-in restaurant at the foot of Lincoln Street that runs without gratuities; any tips left are passed on to charity.
Baranof Lodge
Lodge on Sawmill Creek Road under the same ownership group as the Sitka Hotel and Southeast Resort.
Russian American Company
Lower Lincoln Street importer of Russian folk art and collectables, working directly with its artists.