Seward is a small town of approximately 2,700 people — yet it offers many amenities atypical for its size, as it is a main port for Alaskan cruises and the gateway to Kenai Fjords National Park. Seward is easily walkable, with level terrain and most attractions within 2 miles of the cruise terminal.
⚓ Dale R. Lindsey Alaska Railroad Intermodal Facility
📍 Seward, AK — Located in the town center, close to accommodations, shopping, and restaurants
Seward's cruise ship terminal is centrally located, making it easy to explore the town's charm before or after your cruise. The terminal itself does not offer many amenities such as luggage carts or storage, but local businesses will often store luggage — useful as passengers typically have time to enjoy Seward depending on their mode of transportation to or from Anchorage.
🚗 Car Rental
A Hertz car rental kiosk is available in Seward. Booking ahead of time is strongly recommended — availability fills up quickly during cruise season.
🧳 Luggage Storage
No formal luggage storage at the terminal — ask local businesses nearby, who will often hold bags for cruise passengers spending time in town.
🚢 Cruise Lines from Seward
The following cruise lines have ships that embark from Seward, Alaska during the summer months.
🌡️ Weather in Seward
Alaskan cruises run from May to September. Temperatures range between 45°F and 62°F — pack layers and rain gear regardless of the month.
The driest months of the season — and the longest days. June 21 brings up to 19–22 hours of daylight depending on where you are in Alaska.
The wettest month of the season, but the Aurora Borealis becomes visible from the second week of September onward as the nights grow longer.