Things to do in Valdez

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Nov 15, 2025 - Nov 16, 2025
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The Valdez Museum and Historical Archive

May-Oct Mo-Su 09:00-17:00; Oct-May Tu-Sa 09:00-17:00
Museum
217 Egan Dr P. O. Box 8
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The Valdez Museum and Historical Archive showcases Valdez's heritage, featuring artifacts from the 1964 earthquake, a steam-powered fire engine, and local cultural history.

Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.

Free. Special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.

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Maxine and Jesse Whitney's Museum

May Mo[-1]-Sep Mo[1] Tu-Sa 09:00-17:00
Museum
303 Lowe Street
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Maxine and Jesse Whitney's Museum in Valdez features an extensive private collection of Alaska Native art, artifacts, and taxidermy from the past few decades.

Duration: About 1-2 hours.

Free. Donations are appreciated but not required.

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Valdez Glacier Lake

Open Year Round
Bodies of Water
Glacier Campground road
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Valdez Glacier Lake is a stunning glacial lake located near Valdez, Alaska. The lake features striking blue icebergs and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.

Duration: approx. 1-2 hours

Free

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Rogue's Garden

Not specified
Store
354 Fairbanks Dr
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Rogue's Garden is a community garden in Valdez. It offers a space for growing fresh vegetables and flowers, promoting local food and gardening education.

Duration: approx. 1-2 hours

Free

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Safeway

8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Store
1313 Meals Avenue
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Safeway in Valdez is a grocery store that offers a variety of food products and household items. It is important for residents and visitors looking for convenient shopping options in the area.

Duration: approx. 1 hour

Free

Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal

Not open to the public, viewable from Dayville Rd
Landmark
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The Trans-Alaska Pipeline Terminal in Valdez is a key part of oil transport. It features storage tanks that hold nine million barrels of oil each and is important for the local economy.

Duration: approx. 30 minutes

Free

Bayside Community Church

9:00 AM-12:00 PM
Church
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Bayside Community Church is a welcoming place for local families and visitors. It offers community events, worship services, and support for those in need.

Duration: approx. 1-2 hours

Free