Cultural & Historical Sites

Alutiiq Museum
Preserving the heritage of the Alutiiq/Sugpiaq people with extensive collections, exhibits, and programs.
215 Mission Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615
1-907-486-7004

Kodiak History Museum (Baranov Museum)
Housed in Alaska’s oldest Russian-built structure; exhibits Kodiak’s Russian, Native, and American history.
101 E Marine Way, Kodiak, AK 99615
1-907-486-5920

Holy Resurrection Russian Orthodox Cathedral
Historic parish (founded 1794) and home of Saint Herman’s relics; a cornerstone of Kodiak’s cultural identity.
210 Mission Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615
1-907-486-5532

Kodiak Military History Museum
WWII-era bunker museum at Fort Abercrombie with artifacts and interpretive displays about Kodiak’s strategic role.
Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park (Miller Point), Kodiak, AK

Kodiak Fishermen’s Memorial
Waterfront memorial honoring fishers lost at sea; Crab Festival’s annual bell-ringing ceremony takes place here.
403 W Marine Way, Kodiak, AK 99615 (St. Paul Harbor)

Wildlife & Nature Experiences

Kodiak National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center
Exhibits on bears and island ecology, plus a rearticulated gray whale skeleton and trip-planning resources.
402 Center Ave, Kodiak, AK 99615
1-907-308-3966

Kodiak Brown Bear Center & Lodge
Small-group bear viewing on Karluk Lake in the heart of the refuge—no boardwalks, limited group sizes.
Floatplane access from Kodiak

Kingfisher Aviation  |
Andrew Airways
Guided floatplane/boat tours for bear viewing, flightseeing, and wildlife photography (Frazer Lake, Katmai Coast & more).
Seasonal; advance booking recommended

Outdoor Exploration

Fort Abercrombie State Historical Park
Spruce forest trails, hidden beaches, coastal cliffs, and WWII ruins minutes from town.
Park Map/Directions

Cape Chiniak & Fossil Beach
Tide-swept cliffs, fossil-rich formations, and frequent marine wildlife at the end of the Pasagshak Road.
Fossil Beach, Kodiak, AK

Pillar Mountain Overlook & Trail
Drive or hike to sweeping views over town, the harbor, and neighboring islands.
Pillar Mountain Trailhead

Near Island Trail System
Forested paths and coastal viewpoints just across the bridge from downtown; easy walking and frequent wildlife sightings.
Near Island Trailhead

Anton Larsen Bay Road – Scenic/Biking Route
Gravel backroad with mountain views and water crossings; solitude and scenery in equal measure.
Anton Larsen Bay Rd, Kodiak, AK

Remote Adventures & Archaeological Sites

Cape Ugat
Rugged coastline renowned for salmon runs, sea lions, and whale sightings along powerful tidal currents.
Map: Cape Ugat

Cape Alitak Petroglyphs
Ancient rock carvings (human, animal, and geometric motifs) along the southern tip of Kodiak Island—best visited with a guide by boat/floatplane.
Map: Cape Alitak

Three Saints Bay National Historic Landmark
Site of the first Russian settlement in Alaska (1784); remote and historically significant.
Map: Three Saints Bay

Note: Many tours and remote sites require advance booking or charter transport. Check with outfitters, the visitor center, or refuge staff when planning.