Back Loop Travel Guide
Juneau
Popular places to visit
Mendenhall Glacier
Wander along a trail and admire cascading waterfalls, a dense rainforest and southeastern Alaska’s Coast Mountains from this spectacular glacier.
Auke Bay
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Auke Bay during your travels in Juneau. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Sentinel Island Lighthouse
Find out about the history of Juneau with a stop at Sentinel Island Lighthouse. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mount Roberts Tramway
You can take time to visit Mount Roberts Tramway during your travels to Juneau. Stroll along the waterfront or discover the area's glaciers.
Mendenhall Ice Caves
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mendenhall Ice Caves during your travels in Juneau. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Taku Glacier
Explore the great outdoors at Taku Glacier, a lovely green space in Juneau. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Astonishing Juneau Scavenger Hunt: Juneau Journey
Top hotels in Back Loop
Travelodge by Wyndham Juneau
Rooms were very clean.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
Aspen Suites Hotel Juneau
We had a really nice stay. The room was very clean, the staff was friendly and helpful, and everything was well taken care of. We would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Baranof Downtown, BW Signature Collection
Rather room would not get warm- but it was really cold outside. The room was clean but definitely dated. The staff was nice and accommodating. There needed to be an extra blanket in the room and the pillows were not very comfortable for the price of the room. Again, the place was clean, and staff ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Alaskan Hotel and Bar
Very cool experience staying at the oldest hotel in Alaska! Definitely a different vibe than a standard hotel if you are looking for a unique stay. Our room was clean and the staff was friendly. We enjoyed the location very much being able to explore downtown Juneau.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026
Juneau Hotel
Room was clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Juneau
Other neighbourhoods around Back Loop
Mendenhaven
The restaurants and museums are just a few features travellers like about Mendenhaven. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Alaska Powder Descents and Mendenhall Ice Caves are a few top places to visit.
Mendenhall Valley
If you're spending some time in Mendenhall Valley, Alaska Powder Descents and Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventure are top sights worth seeing.
Lemon Creek
While there might not be top attractions in Lemon Creek, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mendenhall Ice Caves and Alaska Governor's Mansion.
Salmon Creek
If you're spending some time in Salmon Creek, Twin Lakes and Gastineau Channel are top sights worth seeing.
North Douglas
If you're spending some time in North Douglas, Eaglecrest Ski Area and Eagle Creek Beaches are top sights worth seeing.
West Juneau
While West Juneau isn't home to many top sights, Juneau Arts and Humanities Council and Alaska State Capitol are some notable places to visit nearby.
