Anchorage (Whittier), AK

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Cruises from Anchorage (Whittier) depart from May to September.

About 60 miles southeast of Anchorage, the tiny community of Whittier, AK, serves as a gateway to Prince William Sound. Established as a World War II port, the town now draws hundreds of thousands of tourists each year, despite only having a resident population of around 200, most of whom reside in a single building. Stop by the Prince William Sound Museum to learn about Whittier's history as a rail terminal and military port. Most other attractions here revolve around the deepwater sound, set against the majestic Chugach Mountains and home to a variety of wildlife and breathtaking glaciers. A catamaran cruise presents a scenic way to search for bald eagles, orcas, otters, seals and more.

Language: English
Currency: US dollar (US$)

Driving Directions and Parking Information

Port of Whittier
The Egan Convention Center, in Anchorage, Alaska is the meeting point for cruises departing from Whittier, Alaska. There are no parking facilities at the Whittier Port at this time.

Egan Convention Center
555 West 5th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501