We have visited this lovely Church on several trips to Alaska. It so so charming, peaceful and the views from the bluff are amazing. We were fortunate on one trip to be there when they had it open for visitation. There is a small gift...More

We read about this online. Showed up and locked up tighter that a drum. They had no posted hours. We would have liked to see inside. Obviouslythe church is still being used as the cemetery has recently buried people in it. If you look at...More

I visit a friend in Ninilchik (where this beautiful church is located) every summer. It's reportedly the most photographic site in all of Alaska. You can go up to the gates at the church, and of course you can attend a service on Sunday though...More

The historical and cultural Russian Orthodox Transfiguration Church is located on a bluff above the small fishing village of Ninilchik. Ninilchik has no public facilities but is an active fishing village with a small harbor. The church is not normally open to the public but...More

We did not go inside the church. We took photos of the outside and looked at the view from the bluff. This is a lovely building in an amazing setting. It was rainy and foggy the day we were there so the view was limited...More

The church is inspirational, and the view overlooking the Cook Inlet and the Ninilchik River & old town is breath taking. Many historical burial sites... very much worth the stop.

A must see. Culturally and historically significant. Always stop by when In the area. Set high above the coast of Cook Inlet. Beautiful view of mountains and soaring Eagles. You won't be disappointed.