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Taste of Skagway

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Gain an appreciation of the unique flavors of the "Gateway to the Klondike" on a visit to two exciting Skagway attractions. Discover Jewell Gardens, a spectacular northern show garden ablaze with life and color. Your taste buds will explode with delight as you savor gourmet delicacies using organic ingredients from the garden and sip fine Alaska wines. Explore the immaculately groomed herb, flower and vegetable gardens and view the charming miniature railroad display depicting 1898 Skagway. Marvel at the unusual variety of plants that thrive in Alaska and discover hand-blown glass artfully placed among nature's creation.

Travel to The Gold Rush Brewery, and a Brew Master will meet you and show off tanks filled with golden goodness. This new addition to the Klondike Gold Fields boasts finely crafted wooden porches and decks open to the breeze and the view. Once in the brewery you will experience the brewing process firsthand. Then, move into the tasting room where our Brew Master will fascinate you with a description of how brews and wine are made. Adults who love a good brew can slurp four Gold Rush Microbrews. If wine strikes your fancy, you won't be disappointed. You can savor wine from Alaska Denali Winery, Anchorage, AK , Luna Rosa, Luna Bianca, or the remarkable Ice Wine, vintages completely exclusive to Alaska Denali Winery and The Gold Rush Brewery. Kids alike will get a kick out of tasting loacally brewed root beer. Enjoy "Gold Nugget" appetizers, fritters with honey butter, while taking in expansive views of Snow Capped Mountains, Harding Glacier, and the Skagway River from the open deck.

Visit one of the historic "cribs" on site and view a collection of Alaskan artifacts, whalebone, ivory, and local hand carved artwork or simply take in the stunning views by taking a stroll down the banks of the Skagway River. The past will come to life when you visit Gold Relics Room where photographs, artifacts, and interpretive displays show you how a prospector lived. Your family can step into the past by dressing up in authentic miners clothing and have your picture taken! The tour has a relaxed pace, is wheelchair accessible and can be easily self-guided.

Stay as long as you like and meet your friends on the deck of The Gold Rush Brewery. The shuttle runs continuously back to the ship or town. The Gold Rush Brewery and Resaurant are just steps away. Purchase a Gold Miners Lunch and slurp on any of the brews, wine, or root beer. Enjoy lunch on any of the expansive decks. A walk along the Skagway River allows you to enjoy the panorama of Snow Capped Mountains, and Harding Glacier.

Learn the art of Gold Panning from our Prospectors and practice your technique in heated water troughs. After you've assuredly hit pay dirt, you can weigh your fortune in the Gold Shack or Gold Parlor. You may choose to transform your memories and newfound fortune into a fine piece of jewelry, charm, or business card for yourself or loved ones back home. The bezel is the perfect way to preserve the elegant beauty of natural gold. Price ranges for every budget. A gift for everyone can be found at the Gold Parlor, which has the finest selection of Gold Nuggets and Gold Quartz Jewelry in Skagway.

There is so much for the whole family to enjoy at the Klondike Gold Fields! If you want to be treated "Like Gold," order Taste of Skagway. Come along for an unforgettable Alaskan experience!


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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW

  • Gold is guaranteed!
  • Dress warmly in layers.
  • Appetizers as well as beer and wine samples are provided.
  • Guests must be at least 21 years old and have photo ID to consume alcohol. Guests under the age of 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
  • Quilted lined, hooded rain jackets are available for use at the Gold Dredge.
  • Tour can accommodate guests with limited mobility as long as they can handle steps to move into and out of mode of transportation and walk short distances.
  • Tour involves walking over level terrain and boardwalk with steps, however, all aspects of tour can be seen and enjoyed without using the stairs.
  • Tour order may vary.

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