Juneau Underground Gold Mine and Panning Experience
Overview
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2 hours 15 minutes
Mobile ticket
This experience takes you to the only underground GOLD mine tour in the state of Alaska.
Underground Juneau Gold is a unique tour of what was once the worlds largest gold producing mill. Hear the story of the great mine that was once the heartbeat of Juneau.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Private transportation
Alcoholic Beverages
What To Expect
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.
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Juneau Underground Gold Mine and Panning Experience
Reviews
225 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing Adventure in Hard Rock Gold Minimg
smith2615,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A complete and amazing experience in the history and operation on hard rock gold mining. Enter the tunnel and see exactly how they got the rock out of the ground. Then a session on the crushing and stamping process. This is followed by gold panning. Got 3 flakes of gold. Very exciting. Thank you AJ Mine!!!
Great family-friendly outting
Rachel B,
Sep 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We scheduled this last minute due to bad weather having us in port for 2 days instead of 1. This was the perfect thing to do during the rain. The guides were all fantastic in their respective portions from learning about inside the mine from the son of a miner that used to work there to those teaching us about the history of the area and about how to pan for gold.
September 26, 2025
Phillip C,
Sep 29, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00The hard hats were pretty nasty, but I enjoyed the tour. There was a family in the mine that was obviously stricken by some sort of respiratory ailment. The tour leader kept trying to get us all to move in closer; I kept declining to get too close to the sick family.
Fun tour
Pamela C,
Sep 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative of history and fun! I had never been in a mine before so it opened my eyes too what mining is and how they do it.
Gold hunt
robertwF6710GY,
Sep 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A true reality of underground mining. Guides were retired miners with an abundance of knowledge. Panning was an experience.
Informative and Fun
G8773ISmichellea,
Sep 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Overall, I really enjoyed this tour. The man who led us through the Mine itself had been a Miner for 40 some years in several different Mines, including the one we toured which really added to the experience. The little replica town was very cute - especially funny that the outhouse was in the "Tax Collector" facade (with a sign on the door labeled "Deposits only"). I enjoyed seeing the replica Gold Bar in the Mercantile, where the owner was also working and it was obvious she really enjoys what she's doing. It felt intimate and familial because of this and the enthusiasm of all the staff/owner. I appreciated that. The working stamping machine was also nice to see. I was not very good at gold panning, but I liked that I could watch and video it so maybe I can eventually get the hang of how to do it correctly. The ONLY negative was that they forgot to leave the wheelchair I'd requested at the Mine so the amount of time on my feet was pretty painful by the time that part of the tour was done (but I did it and it could have been much worse, so I'm still happy). I'm pretty sure they would have brought it if I'd said something, though. If you have any mobility issues, maybe just call the day of the tour to double check that the wheelchair will be available (I forgot to do that).
The mine is unique, even...
Thomas B,
Sep 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The mine is unique, even among others in the U.S. The history and presentation was interesting and enjoyable.
Good Tour if you Like History and Gold
Cassia B,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00We were a group of 5 adults and this tour was great! Very informative, and also just really cool to go underground into the mine. I also really enjoyed gold panning, found about 8 flecks of gold! It was a good activity for the last day of our trip since it’s actually kind of relaxing, was a nice way to wind down and get a true Alaskan experience before heading home.
We totally enjoyed this and don't miss the little store at end of your. We could have stayed there longer but had to ge
624cjw,
Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful knowledable staff (Gary). Was great historical stories. Very nice accommodating. Gold mine full of memories.
Short walk with lots of history
Chad C,
Sep 11, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Lots of great info about mining around Juneau. They have condensed the experience to a short comfortable walk instead of having to walk miles underground. Absolutely enjoyable.
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