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Fish Tales & Ales - 90 minute Historical Walking Tour of Fishing Fleet and Bars

7 Reviews 5.00 out of 5 stars Based on 7 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Ketchikan, USA

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Overview

Enjoy a guided historical walking tour of Creek Street and the Fishing Fleet, book ended by drinks at the Fishermen's favorite watering holes. Learn about the colorful events that have shaped Ketchikan, The Salmon Capitol of the World and Alaska's First City. After a round at the "Shipwreck Bar", we'll stroll through town to Creek Street then down to the docks to learn about the world famous fishing fleet and see the boats and crews up close preparing for their next catch. We'll finish at the infamous Potlatch Bar for more drinks and stories.

You will be guided by a Fisherman who lives on the Fishing Fleet’s Dock in Ketchikan. Your guide has first hand knowledge of the Fishing Fleet and their favorite watering holes. Fun, entertainment, drinks, history and a few tall tales make this a “must do” tour while visiting Ketchikan!

As a bonus, your guide will also be your photographer along the scenic walking tour so you can share and enjoy the memories for years to come!

What's Included

  • Alcoholic beverages Alcoholic Beverages
  • Gratuities

Meeting Location

Meeting point

Ketchikan Visitors Bureau / Berth 2, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

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Please meet us 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour by the Giant Rain Gauge outside the Northside of the Visitor Info Center across from Berth 2.Adults 21+ years only. Must show valid state issued/passport photo id at the beginning of tour. No refunds will be issued for lack of id.

End point

The Potlatch Bar, 126 Thomas St, Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

The tour will end 1/2 mile away at Thomas Basin

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What To Expect

Sourdough Cocktail Bar

AKA The Shipwreck Bar. This is one of the Fishing Fleets favorite places to grab a drink and share stories. We’ll sample a house specialty or brew and peruse the amazing wall of shame of shipwrecked boats. You will also see amazingly large trophy fish and crab mounted on the walls.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Creek Street

Historic Red Light District along beautiful Ketchikan Creek - a great place for photos and watching the Salmon go up stream to spawn. Along the way there you will hear stories of the colorful past of Ketchikan, see historic buildings, and get time to stretch your legs along fairly flat sidewalks through town.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dolly's House Museum (Pass By)

An example of the types of business that used to line this boardwalk street in the earlier years.
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Potlatch Bar

Walk the Fishing Fleet docks to see and learn about the various types of fishing boats, meet some fishermen, hear some fishing tales, then head up to a classic fishermen’s favorite hangout to sample the house specialty or grab a cold brew...with more stories, of course!
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Scooter accessible

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-182861P1

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).

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