Whittier Harbor
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TJLandof10000lakes
Minneapolis MN264 contributions
Jun 2021 • Couples
I enjoyed a short visit to Whittier. I live in the Midwest, so seeing a beautiful harbor and snow capped mountains next to the water was very nice.
The harbor and town are small, but perfect for a quick trip thru the Anderson tunnel. Lunch overlooking the harbor was fun, too.
Especially on a sunny 60 degree day! If you come with lower expectations you should enjoy a short stay here. With the tunnel rides, walking the harbor and lunch, I spent less than 2 hours here. Lots of good hiking on the way to Whittier, too.
The harbor and town are small, but perfect for a quick trip thru the Anderson tunnel. Lunch overlooking the harbor was fun, too.
Especially on a sunny 60 degree day! If you come with lower expectations you should enjoy a short stay here. With the tunnel rides, walking the harbor and lunch, I spent less than 2 hours here. Lots of good hiking on the way to Whittier, too.
Written June 5, 2021
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Derekanddoc
Odessa, TX184 contributions
Jul 2021
It was like getting into a fairy take book. Most of the residents and workers living in once building? HUH? So much fun to come in through the tunnel and see the multiple business buildings along the harbor. YES, a great place to spent the day if you are not in a hurry and love excitement from a locals standpoint.
Written July 25, 2021
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ItchyFeet
Camarillo, CA7,742 contributions
Aug 2022 • Couples
The best thing about Whittier is the 2 1/2 mile tunnel that goes each one way every 30 min starting with the train and larger trucks. $13 for tunnel and $15 to park in town.
We had a quick lunch at the Lazy Otter which was small cute and nice.
We were there 8/17 when it rained 4” the day before and 2 more today. The mountainside was roaring waterfalls!
We had a quick lunch at the Lazy Otter which was small cute and nice.
We were there 8/17 when it rained 4” the day before and 2 more today. The mountainside was roaring waterfalls!
Written August 18, 2022
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Sunny R
77 contributions
May 2022
I did a Princess cruise with a turnaround day in Whittier. I had time before the 26 Glacier tour and enjoyed walking around the town and harbour. Just picked up a map from the cruise terminal & explored. I walked up to the school & campground, it was so serene - so many birds chirping. Saw a magpie species that I hadn't seen before. There's a few little shops and I bought some locally made sea salt. If you have time, get out and enjoy the stunning views.
Written June 19, 2022
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kycatadj
Winchester, KY1 contribution
Jul 2018 • Family
He screamed at the folks fishing the whole time. His mate Brad was great. This was a family trip, thank god no kids all adults. The fishing was fair but the experience with Jody was awful. This site won't let me use profanity or I would give it a better title.
Written July 19, 2018
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Scott A
Anchorage, AK2 contributions
I have SCUBA dived in Smitty's cove for over 12 years, and have historically had to warm up between dives in my truck. Several years ago a warm up "shack" was made available to us. I am writing to express my gratitude for the way the harbor department has administrated the access to the shack. Professional, courteous, and helpful are all terms that come to mind. We at "Dive Alaska" want to thank the harbor employees for making it so easy for us! (007) 770-1778
Written January 19, 2015
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Joanne
Lake Mary, FL1,749 contributions
Jul 2023 • Solo
The harbor and views are not to be missed with the really steep mountains and waterfalls. The town itself is super small and don't expect much in the way of things to do or restaurants. There was a really interesting building on the harbor with cool architecture, but it was a closed hote/restaurant. When we were there - it was cold and rainy. Basically it is a stopover for tourists on their way to ships.
Written August 10, 2023
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Lynn
6 contributions
Jul 2021
Whittier is a very pretty place to visit and there are great restaurants and trails to hike in the area as well as great kayaking
Written July 31, 2021
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Suzie P
nottingham, great britain123 contributions
Jul 2019 • Friends
We were looking for a restaurant near the wildlife conservation center and unexpectedly found ourselves at a toll tunnel. At the other end what was a delightful surprise of the town of Whittier. Lovely harbour boats and birds cute little shops and a big apartment block where the whole town lives!! We had some lunch and some ice cream and strolled to the museum. A very pleasant surprise
Written July 6, 2019
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Tom H
Seoul, South Korea31 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
Not a lot to do there. We were at Whittier for a Phillips Cruise of the glaciers. There are some shops and some small eateries. The people who live there (only about 200) are very outgoing and enjoy talking with tourists. We stopped at a general store and purchased inexpensive but nice sweatshirts. We also bought down throws for $29 each!! Where can you purcchase a nice quality down throw for that price?? Just CRAZY affordable!! The coffee shop in town was also very nice and Whittier does recceive full size cruise ships from the Princess and Holland America Cruise Lines. Go to Whittier for the cruising. Explore the little town before boarding the ship. Nice experience at Whittier!
Written June 26, 2019
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MissS4
Tama, IA229 contributions
Is there anyplace just outside of the ship in the cruise terminal where you can purchase a case of water at a reasonable price. I will be making a close connection before getting on the ship and won' have very much time.
James C
Valrico, FL574 contributions
There is no place that I know of and things move fast in Whittier, except waiting for the tunnel direction to reveres! Have you checked on the availability of purchasing a water package in advance from the cruise line?
Ester M
Cambrils, Spain9 contributions
hola
buenos dias
llegare al puerto de este pueblecito en proximo 13 de abril.
¿hay alguna posibilidad de desplazarme hacia Anchorage con tren?
gracias
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Frequently Asked Questions about Whittier Harbor
- Hotels near Whittier Harbor:
- (0.13 mi) Inn At Whittier
- (0.31 mi) Ramada by Wyndham Juneau
- (0.37 mi) June's Whittier Bed and Breakfast Condos
- (0.35 mi) Anchor Inn
- (0.38 mi) Glacier View Condo Suites
- Restaurants near Whittier Harbor:
- (0.11 mi) Wild Catch Cafe
- (0.12 mi) Inn At Whittier
- (0.06 mi) Valley S Ice Cream And Pizza Parlor
- (0.19 mi) Swiftwater Seafoods Restaurant
- (0.15 mi) Lazy Otter Cafe
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