SITKA GHOST TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Sitka After Dark: A 2‑Hour Haunted Pub Crawl Through Gambling Halls, Fishermen’s Bars, and an Infamous Murder Site
A concise, two-hour walking tour that moves from a former secret gambling club to a fisherman’s bar and the scene of a late‑1800s murder, with one drink included at each of three stops.
Sitka After Dark: A 2‑Hour Haunted Pub Crawl Through Gambling Halls, Fishermen’s Bars, and an Infamous Murder Site.
On a short Sitka evening, you move from a private club that once hid secret card games for territory soldiers to a weathered fisherman’s bar draped in decades of photos, and finally to the shadowed doorway of an old‑time saloon where a notorious 1800s murder unfolded. The Haunted Pub Crawl stitches local legend and cocktail culture into a compact, atmospheric two‑hour walk through the town’s layered past.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A private club with a secret past
The tour opens inside a private club that once served as a covert gambling hall during Alaska’s territorial era—stories there focus on soldiers who passed through and the fates that awaited them.
A fisherman’s bar hung with history
Beyond the Russian Cemetery the crawl pauses at an established fisherman’s bar covered in hundreds of fishing photographs, where colorful local characters and lingering hauntings form the heart of the second stop.
The scene of an infamous late‑1800s murder
The final stop is the site of a notorious murder from the late 1800s—guests hear the old saloon’s stories while enjoying crafted cocktails and the thicker shadows of Sitka history.
What the day feels like
What the night feels like
Paced at a casual walking speed, the two‑hour crawl threads three concentrated stops—each with a drink included—mixing intimate storytelling with the tactile immediacy of bars, photographs, and historic doorways. Guides lead from the covert club through streets that pass the Russian Cemetery to the fisherman’s bar and the old saloon, layering anecdote over place as guests sample cocktails and local lore.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this crawl suits—and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Comfortable walking shoes; weather‑appropriate layers and a light jacket; sun protection (sunscreen, sunglasses, hat); water and snacks; umbrella; camera or smartphone.
Be prepared to walk up and down stairs and cover roughly a half‑mile over the course of the two‑hour tour; one beverage is included at each of three pub stops.
Bring valid ID proving you are 21+; guests must not have consumed alcohol prior to the start and will be required to sign a waiver.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Haunted Pub Crawl?
The tour runs approximately two hours.
How many stops are on the tour and are drinks included?
There are three pub stops and the tour price includes one beverage at each stop.
Are gratuities included in the price?
No. Gratuities are not included and must be purchased separately.
What are the age and ID requirements?
Participants must be at least 21 years of age and present a valid ID to join.
Can I have had alcohol before the tour starts?
No. Guests must not have consumed alcohol prior to the beginning of the tour and are required to sign a waiver.
Are there mobility or stamina requirements?
Yes. Those with mobility concerns should carefully evaluate their stamina; participants must be capable of casually walking a half‑mile and walking up and down stairs.