THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Whitehorse
Things to Do in Whitehorse
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Yukon Wildlife Preserve, Emerald Lake, Nature and Wildlife Tours, Breweries. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Full-day Toursfromper adultC$248
Private and Luxuryfromper adultC$157
Photography Toursfromper adultC$179
Eco Toursfromper adultC$191- fromper adultC$388
Car Toursfromper adult (price varies by group size)C$154
Private Sightseeing Toursfromper adultC$8
Full-day Toursfromper adultC$248
Private and Luxuryfromper adultC$860
Day Tripsfromper adultC$814
Nature & Wildlife Areas
Well-maintained wildlife habitat with large, natural enclosures for viewing northern animals, including bison and moose. Features include guided bus tours and opportunities for walking and biking.
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Nature & Wildlife Areas
Scenic canyon showcasing basalt cliffs and a river with tranquil swimming spots, connected by a suspension bridge and diverse trails for hikers and bikers.
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Natural History Museums
Downtown museum with extensive exhibits on indigenous culture, wildlife, and gold rush history. Features guided tours and educational events.
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Natural History Museums
Interactive museum delving into the ice age era with engaging exhibits on Beringia, featuring animal skeletons and an educational movie. Ideal for family visits.
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Visitor Centres
Informative hub with tailored travel advice and a video insight into regional history and culture. Features ample parking and caters to group visits.
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Historic Sites
Historic riverboat anchored in a picturesque setting with self-guided tours, informative displays, and a short film detailing the Klondike gold rush era.
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- Voyager55928334618Saanichton, Canada13 contributionsThis morning my husband and my friend and I took the 11am bus tour of the wildlife preserve with Doug. The tour ran a bit long because we ended up getting Doug talking at many of the stops, his years of experience really shines through when he talks about all different aspects of life for the animals within the preserve. I mentioned that I really wanted to get some good photos of the Lynx and he made sure we did before we left that area - it was much appreciated! We visited in October so there was snow on the ground but it didn't make it any less enjoyable. $30 for a 90 minute bus tour is an amazing price, and since we went for the first tour of the day it ended up just being us! This was awesome and I shared all of my photos with my family and friends. This is a MUST see for sure for anyone who likes to see wildlife outside of a zoo setting. I'm not a zoo person, but this wildlife preserve/rehab centre non-profit was an amazing visit and I'm glad we made the trip!Written October 23, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- billyh7Massillon, OH38 contributionsA beautiful drive in September! We rented a car, and we're in awe of the beauty of the Yukon. Emerald Lake is so picturesque in the right month.Written October 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Udari WalgamaAlberta, Canada4 contributionsIt was such a beautiful place, one of the highlights from my trip to Whitehorse. This place was breathtaking, not too crowded at the time I went. Natures Disneyland
.Written October 19, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Bohemian_me84Calgary, Canada2,073 contributionsGood museum . Well
Organized , good exhibits , cute little gift shop , stickers and souvenir ink stamps .
Glass blown icicle are amazing .
Not expensive to get it and employees very friendly .Written November 30, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - calgaryguyKelowna, Canada479 contributionsThis museum deals with ancient history: geology and animals and was very informative. It was undergoing renovations so was a bit messy but that did not detract from our interest. Tour guides were very good.
Worth an hour or so.Written August 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Cassie HCalgary, Canada1,082 contributionsI can’t lie I was absolutely terrified going over the bridge so most of the pictures were taken by my husband. Lovely little cafe and the educational walk down to the bridge was good. Enjoyed getting our passports stamped.Written November 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Bohemian_me84Calgary, Canada2,073 contributionsSuch a good experience . Lady that works there was very helpful , we watched short movie , she told us a lot of good things and had all the answers .
For people that collect souvenir ink stamps , they have 3 stamps , just ask for them :)
I wish all visitor center were as friendly as this oneWritten November 29, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PookyCakeVictoria, Canada14,832 contributionsThe SS Klondike is, without question, an icon of the Yukon Territory. Designated a National Historic Site of Canada in 1967, this old sternwheeler currently serves as a beautiful museum and pays tribute to a bygone era of riverboat transportation – back when inland water systems were the only means of connection between communities in the Yukon. Once a highway was built between Whitehorse and Dawson City in 1950, however, the sternwheeler, as a primary method of transportation, slowly went the way of the dodo. The SS Klondike, dubbed the “crowning achievement of riverboat design” by Parks Canada, is but a nod to these formative years in Yukon’s development.
Interestingly, the sternwheeler you see on display is actually the SS Klondike II (built in 1937). The original SS Klondike was built in 1929 and remained in service, ferrying supplies up and down the Yukon River, until it ran aground and sank in 1936. Key parts of the SS Klondike were salvaged and used in the construction of the SS Klondike II, which entered service in 1937 and served as a freighter until 1950. From 1950 to 1955, the SS Klondike II functioned as a “cruise ship” and even carried Prince Phillip during his one-day visit to Whitehorse. The SS Klondike II has served as a museum, operated by Parks Canada, since 1981.
Unfortunately, the SS Klondike was closed during my recent visit to Whitehorse; it is currently undergoing extensive restoration and renovation work. As such, I was only able to view it from the outside, but it was still an impressive sight. Walking up close, the ship dwarfs you and makes one feel quite small! It was, after all, the largest sternwheeler in the fleet!
As I ambled about the Millennium Trail, adjacent to the frozen Yukon River, I couldn’t help but get a wee bit nostalgic. The SS Klondike, an “impossible-to-miss landmark in Whitehorse,” greeted me as I entered the city and made a turn onto Lewes Boulevard in 2006. Now, here it was again, 18 years later – an iconic symbol of the city and, indeed, the Yukon Territory – saying “welcome back.” Awesome!Written April 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - PboroBillChapel Hill, NC311 contributionsWe had 45 minutes to kill before going to the airport, so I decided to pop in here to try the last brewery in whitehorse. Nice little place; the taplist is a weebit short considering how much they have. I'm a dark beer guy and they had none available out of the 5-6 things on tap (it was August...so I kinda get it). The red ale I had was decent though. On the way out I saw they had a barrel aged stout that I would've preferred but don't know if you can drink from cans on-site.Written August 12, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- VillagerRickThe Villages, FL1,017 contributionsThe longest wooden fish ladder is impressive, even though this time of the year there are no fish. Still worth a visit if you are close, certainly will be more interesting next month.Written June 25, 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Judith SGarden City, KS18 contributionsWoodcutter's recently renovated the space and now there is more room for patio seating and inside seating. We started off with a flight and decided to eat there. I had the pork tacos and a tamale. Both were excellent! My husband ordered the fish and chips which he really liked. We each ordered an additional pint and enjoyed the beautiful early evening on the patio. Service was very good, too. T
We would recommend getting reservations if you want to dine in as they got very busy as we were leaving. All in all Woodcutter's is a great place for a great meal and good beer.Written September 25, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Douglas AVictoria, Canada54 contributionsBusy and interesting foyer walk with information on history, local people and locally made art and headdresses. We were welcomed to wander.Written May 10, 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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