Join a vibrant Madam for a stroll through Skagway’s back alleys, haunted sites, & finish with a boozy toast in the historic Red Onion Brothel Museum.

Meet your lavishly costumed guide at the pier and shuttle to town for a spirited walk through former red-light districts. Hear tales of Klondike Kate, Cad Wilson, and Diamond Lil as you pass gold-rush façades and rumored haunts. Conclude upstairs at the Red Onion’s restored brothel: raise a glass, browse artifacts, and maybe spot resident ghost Lydia. Tour ends downtown—linger or stroll back to the pier.

Energy Level

Duration

2 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Elevated

Popular getaway favorites leveled up to Virgin (elevated) standards. Think premium inclusions or something extra special that makes the experience feel distinctly Virgin.

Shore Thing Highlights

Enjoy an included refreshment
Hear ghost stories of all kinds
Take a costumed guided tour through the former red-light districts

Need to know

Sailors in wheelchairs or with limited mobility should not select this Shore Thing
Approximately 1 hour 20 minute walking tour to the Red Onion Saloon and 30 minute Brothel tour
Shore Thing ends at the Red Onion Saloon where Sailors can make their way back to the ship at their leisure. Approximately 10-15 minute walk
1 beverage is included. Additional beverages are available for purchase at Sailor's expense
Weather can vary throughout the day; layers are recommended as well as a rain jacket
Sailors will need to ascend 25 steps into the Red Onion’s historic brothel to participate in the Red Onion portion of the experience
Sailors must be 21 years or older to consume alcoholic beverages and will require valid photo ID

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Madams, Myths & Martinis

Join a vibrant Madam for a stroll through Skagway’s back alleys, haunted sites, & finish with a boozy toast in the historic Red Onion Brothel Museum.

Shore Thing Highlights

Need to know

Experience shores the Virgin way

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