Sitka

In Sitka - St. Michael's Gothic Church spire

Sitka is a city of about 9,000 on the Pacific Ocean coast of Baranof Island in Alaska. First settled by Tlingit Indigenous People people, Sitka also has history as a Russian settlement. Sitka was the Russian capital of Alaska, established in 1799 by Alexander Baranof of the Russian American Company. In 1867 when Russia sold Alaska to the U.S. and the transfer ceremony took place on Castle Hill at Sitka on October 18, a day celebrated as Alaska Day. Sitka attracts now about a quarter million visitors a year.

Travel to Sitka

57.1|-135.3

Sitka is on Baranof Island on the outer waters of Alaska's Inside Passage, and is accessible only by air and by sea.

Fly to Sitka

Sitka Rocky Gutierrez Airport (IATA Code: SIT), 605 Airport Rd., +1-800-426-0333. Sitka enjoys daily jet service by Alaska Airlines from hubs such as Anchorage and Seattle. Sitka Tours at +1 907-747-8443 provides an airport shuttle to the downtown area or to any accommodations. May–September, $6 one-way; $8 round-trip.

By sea

See also: [[St Michael's Gothic Church - back view

St. Michael's Russian Orthodox Gothic Church - 240 Lincoln Street 57.0501, -135.3351 ☎ +1 907-747-8120 - St. Michael's Gothic Church (Sitka, Alaska) National Historic Landmark. Constructed 1844-1848 and the Gothic Church of St. Michael the Archangel was the principal representative of Russian cultural influence in the 19th century in North America, as the Seat of the Russian Orthodox Diocese of North America, and then as the Seat of the Diocese of Alaska. Although the original was burned down in 1966 and reconstructed and the artifacts inside including the icons were largely preserved from the fire.
Sitka Historical Society Museum - 330 Harbor Dr downtown ☎ +1 907-747-6455
Saint Lazaria National Wildlife Refuge - Can be seen by boat tour. St. Lazaria is a rugged island with limited and difficult access- ideal for birds to inhabit and to nest. On the island, one can find Fork-tailed Storm-petrels, Leach"s Storm-petrels, Thick-billed Murres, Tufted Puffins, Rhinoceros Auklets, Pigeon Guillemots, Glaucous-winged Gulls, Bald Eagles, Peregrine Falcons, and Black Oystercatchers

]] Mount Edgecumbe Alaska 2 - Mount Edgecumbe, Sitka, Alaska

Mt. Edgecumbe - 57.05, -135.75 - Mount Edgecumbe (Alaska) EdgecumbeAK dormant volcano that looks like Mt. Fuji, looms in the background and dominates views to the west.
Sheldon Jackson Museum - State Cultural & Historical Museum | 104 College Dr Pleasant walk along Lincoln St. passing Crescent Harbor. Museum is on the former Sheldon Jackson College Campus. ☎ +1 907-747-8981 | Opening Hours: Summer: 9AM to 5PM daily. Closed holidays. Winter: Tuesday - Saturday 10AM to 4PM. Closed holidays. $4 summer. $3 winter. Under 18 free. Offering a superb exhibit and collection of Alaskan Native cultural and historical artifacts. The Rev. Dr. Sheldon Jackson was the moving force behind the construction of the Sheldon Jackson Museum and the collector of many of its artifacts. If there were a museum for museums and the Sheldon Jackson Museum in Sitka would be part of the collection. It is the oldest museum in Alaska and is in the first concrete building in the state. Construction began in 1895 and it has been occupied since 1897. The building was placed on the National Historical Register in 1972. While the building may be as old as some of the items in its collection, its exhibits reflect recent renovation and a dedication to professional museum standards. The museum's collection has been called a jewel in the crown of Alaska ethnographic collections.
Fortress of the Bear - Brown Bear Education and Viewing Center | 4639 Sawmill Creek Road Five miles from downtown out Sawmill Creek Road. Take a taxi, or take a tour. ☎ +1 907-747-3032 | Opening Hours: Summer: daily 9AM Monday - 5PM. Winter: Friday Saturday 10AM Monday - 3PM Fortress of the Bear is a non-profit education and rescue center with a three-quarter acre habitat for orphaned Brown Bear cubs complete with covered viewing areas. Also home to the Sawmill Farm. The Fortress has two resident brown bears and may have additional cubs or other bears as rescues occur. Bear cubs are usually housed temporarily at the Fortress until permanent homes are found.
Sitka Sound Science Center - 834 Lincoln Street 57.049833, -135.322692 1/2 mile from downtown ☎ +1 907-747-8878 - $5pp A Located on the waterfront on the way to the Sitka National Historical Park. The Science Center operates an educational fish hatchery and the Molly Ahlgren Aquarium.

Best things to do in Sitka

Call of the Wild Adventures - ☎ +1 907-738-2458 - Go saltwater sport fishing with a friendly local instead of with an 'monster' lodge.
Harris Aircraft Services - 400 Airport Road ☎ +1 907-966-3050 - A floatplane flightseeing trip is a good way to get an overview of Baranof Island.
Sitka Tribal Tours - 204 Katlian Street ☎ +1 907 747-7290 +1-888-270-8687 Tribal Tours provides a variety of cultural coach tours including a 2.5-hr cultural tour and 3.5-hr cultural tour w/Alaska Raptor Center. Both tours feature authentic Tlingit native dance performed in classic clan-style house with cedar fire pit.
New Archangel Dancers - Russian Dance Performance | Harrigan Centennial Hall, 330 Harbor Dr Downtown Sitka on the waterfront. ☎ +1 907-747-5516 | Opening Hours: Summer: varied times during cruise ship visits $10 Enjoy a half hour performance of lively, traditional Russian folk dances. The New Archangel Dancers mission is to promote and encourage interest in Alaska's Russian History and culture through sharing of ethnic folk dance and song. These were evident in Sitka during the 18th and 19th centuries. The Dancers have performed in Japan, Canada, Mexico and Russia, and are considered by many to be ambassadors for Sitka and Alaska.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Sitka

Russian and native handicrafts are featured products.

Baranof Arts & Crafts Association - Over 30 local artists | Harrigan Centennial Hall - Summer, 330 Harbor Dr Downtown Sitka ☎ +1 907-747-6536 (summer) | Opening Hours: Open on cruise ship days Free entrance BACA has a summer shop filled with locally made items including: jewelry, paintings, photographs, graphic arts, yarns, books and music, roasted coffee and nuts, ceramics, and assorted crafts. Representing over 30 Sitka artists.
Russian-American Company-Random House - Russian and Native Art | 134 Lincoln Street Downtown Sitka ☎ +1 907-747-3354 | Opening Hours: 9AM Monday - 6PM Museum-quality Russian lacquer boxes and matryoshka nesting dolls are two highlights of our shops. As direct importers, we also offer a large and affordable selection of unique Russian folk art and handcrafts, such as amber jewelry and Zhostovo floral painted trays, brooches, boxes, porcelain and hair clips. Hand painted nesting dolls are priced from under $10 up to $3,000. Authentic Russian lacquer boxes, handcrafted from papier mache and hand painted by the specially trained artists of Fedoskino, Palekh, Mstera, and Kholui, are available from $69 to over $10,000. The Russian American Company is an authorized dealer of contemporary Faberge jewelry.Also offer large selection of Alaskan Native Art - Ivory, whalebone, baleen baskets,scrimshaw,totemic plaques and masks.

Halal Restaurants in Sitka

There are a nice mix of restaurants in Sitka including: Mediterranean, Mexican, Japanese, and Chinese. Despite the town being relatively small there are about 17 restaurants and a dozen or so other places serving food. The only franchises are McDonalds and Subway.

Ludvig's Restaurant | 256 Katlian Street ☎ +1 907-966-3663 | Opening Hours: Tuesday - Saturday noon-9PM Dinner: $18-28 Mediterranean.

Bars

Ernie's Old Time Saloon - 130 Lincoln Street ☎ +1 907-747-3334 - Opening from Monday to Saturday 8AN-2AM, Sunday noon-2PM Chips, peanuts, swimmingpool table. Live music Friday Saturday nights. Cash only.
Pioneer Bar | 212 Katlian Street ☎ +1 907-747-3456 - Maritime themed café.

Coffee

Highliner Cafe - 327 Seward Street backside of Seward Plaza Mall - Internet cafe with gourmet espresso drinks and freshly roasted Coffee, full line of bagels, freshly baked breakfast stuffed croissants, Scandinavian cookies, other pastries.
Channel Club | 2906 Halibut Point Road ☎ +1 907-747-7440 | Opening Hours: 5PM Monday - 9PM $14-42

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Sitka

Sitka - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Sitka, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Sitka. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Sitka and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Sitka. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Sitka. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inSitka: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Sitka.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Sitka: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Sitka, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Sitka.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Sitka, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Sitka, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Sitka and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Sitka, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Sitka, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Sitka without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Sitka is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Sitka.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Sitka is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Sitka, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Sitka Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Cascade Inn - 2035 Halibut Point Road ☎ +1 907-747-6804 +1-800-532-0908 +1 907-747-6572 $85-140 Sitka's only waterfront hotel, a little over 2 miles from downtown. All rooms have private balconies with views of the Pacific Ocean. Oceanfront sauna and barbecue, laundry and convenience/drink. 10 Rooms.
Eddystone Inn - 2898 Sawmill Creek Road ☎ +1 907-747-3313 +1 907 747-3333 $85-160 On a private peninsula, with Alaskan themed rooms, ocean views, hot tub, TV, private park, phone, and Alaskan hosts. About 10 minutes from downtown Sitka. 6 Rooms.
Shee Atika Totem Plaza Inn - 201 Katlian Street ☎ +1 907-747-3693 +1-866-300-1353 Right in downtown Sitka, this hotel is within easy walking distance of many of Sitka's attractions. Complimentary continental breakfast, shuttle service, wireless internet, exercise equipment, restaurant, shopping, travel agency, charter agency, charter dock drop off and meeting facilities.
Sitka International Hostel - Tillie Paul Manor | 109 Jeff Davis Street at Lincoln ☎ +1 907 747-8661 Checkin - 6PM Monday - 10PM / Check-out: 8:30AM Monday - 10AM Dorms $24 ($15 for children 12 and under), private double room with bath $60 23 beds total (spread across 5 dorms and one private double room). Kitchen and dining facilities. There is a lockout from 10AM Monday - 6PM. 11PM curfew; hostel reopens at 8:30AM. Guests assigned one chore each day.
Super 8 Motel - 404 Sawmill Creek Road ☎ +1 907-747-8804 +1-800-800-8000 +1 907-747-6101 $80-120 Downtown location. Jacuzzi, laundromat, free coffee/toast bar, cable TV, children 12 & under stay free, vehicle packages available in off-season. Pets accepted with permission and deposit. 35 rooms.