Sitka travel guide
Sitka Tourism | Sitka Guide
You're Going to Love Sitka
With a population of 8.881, Sitka is a must-see destination in Alaska, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Sitka deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
When to visit Sitka
Looking for warm weather? Then head to Sitka in July, when the average temperature is 53.6 °F, and the highest can go up to 60.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 28.4 °F, with an average temperature of 32 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 14.6″. In contrast, June is usually the driest month of the year in Sitka, with an average rainfall of 3.5″.
How to Get to Sitka
Plane
When flying to Sitka, you’ll arrive at Sitka (SIT), which is located 2 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Sitka include Alaska Airlines, Alaska Seaplanes and Air Excursions. The shortest domestic flight to Sitka departs from Seattle and takes around 2h 24m.
Airlines serving Sitka
Where to stay in Sitka
If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Super 8 by Wyndham Sitka and Sitka Hotel.
Where to stay in popular areas of Sitka
Most booked hotels in Sitka
Renting a car in Sitka
Renting a car in Sitka costs $124 per day, on average, or $249 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 65% cheaper than airport locations in Sitka.
Expect to pay $3.90 per gallon in Sitka (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $46.79 and $62.38. Standard (Mitsubishi Outlander Sport or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Sitka, while also 40% cheaper than other types, on average.