While scores of mines had closed by the mid-20th century, the city's fortunes were buoyed in the 1990s by visiting cruise ships and an influx of tourists. Today, Juneau's dominant industries are the public sector, healthcare, and education. Many of downtown's historic buildings are still standing – around 60 structures were built prior to 1904, while 140 were built before 1914.

As you can see here, while businesses have come and gone, much of South Franklin Street's architecture remains the same. Dating back to the gold rush heyday, you'll find the restored Senate Building and the Alaskan Hotel & Bar with its Victorian-era interior on the road.

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