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Juneau Gold Mine Tour: An Underground Journey to the Heartbeat of Alaska
4.7
129 Ratings
Juneau
This journey brings you to the sole subterranean GOLD mine tour present in Alaska. Underground Juneau Gold offers an exclusive exploration of the mill that was previously the largest gold producer in the world. Learn about the monumental mine that used to be the lifeline of Juneau.
Duration:
2 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
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Sheep Creek Trail Road - NO PRIVATE Vehicles allowed. We provide ALL transportation!
Following a brief ride along the beautiful Gastineau Channel you will don hardhats as you proceed along the boardwalk 360 ft into the only underground tunnel tour in the state of Alaska! An experienced miner will demonstrate hard rock mining and acquaint you with the mining lifestyle. Back at the mill our guide will explain why this mill was unique compared to others. You will see the John Peterson Stamp mill in operation and you’ll try your own hand at panning for gold and garnets. Pay dirt is guaranteed and you keep what you find! Wander through our displays and see the first steam engine brought to Alaska. Be sure to check out the General Store for that special something for that special someone.
What's Included
- Private transportation
What's Not Included
- Alcoholic Beverages
Location
Mount Roberts Tramway
South Franklin Street
Please meet your tour rep behind Goldbelt Tramway building, (waterfront side) under the GREEN canopy, 15 minutes prior to tour time. TOUR DURATION 2.25 Hours
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.7
(129 Ratings)
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Anthony_f
Aug 21, 2024
The most fun and interesting thing to do in Juneau - So glad we booked this experience! Maryanne the owner clearly goes out of her way to make this a welcoming, fun and educational experience. It was safe, and adventurous at the same time. The staff were professionals from the greeter to our bus driver Brad and the mine guide Mr. Gary. The two young ladies were both hands on helpful and informative. 5 star experience right down to the whistler marmot special appearance. Thanks for the great visit and great hot chocolate!
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Tammypatterson96
Aug 17, 2024
Cool gold mining history tour - Interesting local gold mining history tour, cool to see working mining machinery and walk inside the mine, gold panning was fun
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818jb
Aug 14, 2024
Had a great time - Had a great time - guides were very informative and entertaining. Also learned how to "pan for gold" after the underground tour
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Karen_z
Aug 9, 2024
Awesome!! - Was an awesome experience and all the workers we encountered were so nice and knowledgeable. We would totally do this again.
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Diane_w
Aug 3, 2024
Gold mine and panning - Gary was a great guide. Explained everything in detail. He was very careful about our safety. Very knowledgeable.
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Sharon_b
Jul 28, 2024
Lovely people - The tour was fun and informative. The hosts and hostesses were wonderful. They were kind and had a great sense of humor in addition to being very knowledgeable.
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Michael_v
Jul 27, 2024
Excellent underground mine tour - The mine shaft is huge. Very wet. The tour guide used to work in the mine and demoed and described the tools. There was another sitdown talk and planning for gold. We had a great time.
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Julie_m
Jul 26, 2024
Worth a trip - I was surprised by how much everyone in the multigenerational group liked the experience. The older crew thought the history and demonstrations were great and the younger ones wanted to keep
Panning for gold flakes.
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Ed_b
Aug 15, 2024
Good time - Good for kids and adults! Got a fairly in-depth look at the process and equipment used in gold mining. Kids enjoyed panning for gold flakes.
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Gael
Aug 7, 2024
Informative and interesting - A bit expensive for what it was, but everything in Alaska is. The tour was informative and interesting. Bring a sweater or light jacket as it is much cooler in the mine.
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