Mid-Range Travel Guide: Juneau

Accommodation

$120-250 per night

Mid-range hotels, bed & breakfasts, private vacation rental rooms with good amenities

Food & Dining

$50-90 per day

Mix of casual dining restaurants, breweries, seafood spots, and some grocery shopping

Transportation

$20-50 per day

Combination of public transit, taxis for convenience, possible car rental for day trips

Activities

$60-120 per day

Guided tours, museum admissions, whale watching excursions, cable car rides, cultural attractions

Shop for groceries and prepare meals in accommodations with kitchens - typically saves 60-70% compared to restaurant dining

Use Capital Transit buses instead of taxis for local transportation - usually 80-90% cheaper than ride services

Take advantage of free hiking trails and self-guided activities instead of paid tours - can save $50-100 per day

Book accommodations well in advance during cruise season for 20-40% better rates

Visit during shoulder seasons (April-May, September) for 25-35% lower accommodation and tour prices

Pack layers and rain gear to avoid purchasing expensive outdoor clothing in tourist shops

Look for combination tour packages rather than booking activities separately - typically 15-25% savings

Only eating in downtown tourist areas near cruise docks - typically 50-100% markup compared to local neighborhoods

Relying entirely on taxis and ride services instead of public transit - can triple transportation costs

Booking last-minute accommodations during cruise season peak times - often 100-200% higher than advance bookings

Purchasing outdoor gear and souvenirs in tourist shops rather than bringing essentials or shopping at local stores