Juneau Ghost Walk: Explore Alaska's Haunted Capital

Discover the Tlingit legend of Raven and Eagle, symbols of creation and protection. Locals still tell of trickster ravens mimicking voices, blurring the line between folklore and the paranormal.

Hear the stories of Juneau’s most famous saloon, once a rowdy frontier tent and now a historic landmark filled with artifacts. Guests say the ghost of beloved piano player Professor Phineas Poon still lingers, playing pranks from beyond the grave.

This pub honors the adventurous Mary Joyce, who mushed 1,000 miles to Fairbanks in the 1930s and became a Juneau legend. Her spirit lives on here not just in ghostly footsteps, but in the fearless legacy she left behind.

Built in 1913, this is Juneau’s oldest and most haunted hotel. Guests report ghostly apparitions... most famously “Alice,” a woman said to wander the halls after a tragic end.

Look up to Mt. Juneau, where dreamers once envisioned a grand tramway to the summit. Local lore warns of a shapeshifting otter-man spirit said to lure travelers away.

Hear about over 800 dolls from around the world, this collection is fascinating, eerie, and unforgettable. Some believe the dolls carry the energy of their past owners... and maybe even wandering spirits.

This lively saloon hides ghostly tales from staff and visitors, including moving objects and phantom music. One worker even described slamming into an invisible “wall,” a chilling encounter reminiscent of Japanese folklore.

Housed in the historic Valentine Building, this pharmacy once served as a makeshift morgue after the tragic 1918 Princess Sophia sinking. Staff still report cold spots, ghostly touches, and apparitions in its basement.

This charming gallery is said to be home to Hector, the ghost of a friendly construction worker. Staff believe he helps out—holding doors, finding lost items, and keeping the atmosphere welcoming.

Once a bakery and family home, this boutique inn carries whispers of its past. Guests and staff often report footsteps, moving objects, and even sightings of the original baker still at work.

Alaska’s stately capitol holds both art and mystery. Some say the ghost of a former legislator still roams the halls at night, long after debates have ended.

This museum blends quirky folklore with serious history, including the tale of Alaska’s “ice worms.” Locals also whisper about Bigfoot sightings nearby, keeping the line between legend and reality blurry.

This 11-story landmark stands on the site of Alaska’s last executions in 1939 and 1950. Some believe the restless spirits of the condemned still linger here.

This cultural center celebrates Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian traditions with art and storytelling. Local beliefs in reincarnation and past-life memories add a mysterious depth to its exhibits.

The striking mural here depicts Raven releasing the first humans from a clamshell, a cornerstone of Indigenous creation stories. Raven, the ultimate trickster, reminds visitors that the supernatural often hides in plain sight.

This beloved bronze statue honors Patsy Ann, Juneau’s deaf dog who somehow always knew when ships were arriving. Even in death, locals believe her spirit still greets visitors at the waterfront.