Juneau Pictures

Juneau may be small, but its surrounding landscape packs a huge punch. And with the amount of hiking opportunities, visitors are continually stunned by its scenery. Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau

If you've got the cash, taking a helicopter tour gives you a whole new (and higher) perspective of the Alaskan wilderness. Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau

Mendenhall Glacier is the only glacier in Southeast Alaska accessible by road (you can easily take a cab here). Dagny Willis Getty Images

In Juneau, North Pacific humpbacks and orcas are the two most common types of whales migrating through these calm waters. Signing up for a tour is the best way to observe these spectacular animals. samchad Getty Images

In downtown Juneau, you'll find souvenir shops aplenty. kimberlykv Flickr

Juneau's Mendenhall Glacier steals most of the tourist traffic, but the 27-mile-long Tracy Arm Fjord is the bigger, better and more dramatic natural gem.  Emily Riddell / Design Pics Getty Images

Located between downtown Juneau and its airport, the Glacier Gardens offer a glimpse into Alaska's frequently forgotten rainforest.  EdCorey Getty Images

Juneau is at the mouth of Alaska's "Inside Passage." puuikibeach Flickr

The view from the Mount Roberts Tramway, which includes the Gastineau Channel, amazes the thousands of visitors that flock to Juneau each year. Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau

Many visitors praise the brewery's sizable samples. WordRidden Flickr

Winters may be bitter in Juneau, but it's the perfect time for spotting auroras. If it's a clear night, stay up extra late and you might bear witness to this natural wonder. Sarah Cannard Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau

Juneau is a popular port of call for cruise ships. puuikibeach Flickr

This national park covers a whopping 3.3 million acres near Juneau.  Sarah Cannard Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau

Be it land or sea, you're likely to spot the wildlife that dwell within Juneau. If you're around between May and September, keep an eye out for the breaching whales. Juneau Convention & Visitors Bureau

When you travel on the Mount Roberts Tramway, you'll pass through three climates, including a lush rainforest and a sub-alpine meadow. Jasperdo Flickr

Seeing these "flower towers" or "upside down trees" is a highlight for many who visit the Glacier Gardens Rainforest Adventures in Juneau. EdCorey Getty Images

While in Juneau, don't miss the chance to sample some Alaskan King Crab. Locals and visitors alike both recommend you stop by Tracy's King Crab Shack for the best crab. Chiyacat Getty Images

One of the advantages to visiting Juneau in the winter: being able to partake in the city's favorite wintertime activities like dog sledding. chrisuk1 Getty Images