Sitka greets you with streets lined by stories from every chapter in Alaska’s past. Here, everything’s close—Russian landmarks, Tlingit totem parks, and reminders of bold American arrivals. Walking around town, you’ll pass historic sites, old spruce forests, and views of the harbor, all within a few easy blocks. There’s no need for a bus or…

Sitka’s weather loves to throw a curveball. You finally get everyone dressed—rain boots, layers, the whole “Alaskan onion” look—just for the sky to open up right when you head outside. Nobody’s shocked. That’s just Sitka for you—stunning, green, and unpredictably soggy, especially when all you wanted was a big day outdoors. But don’t think the…