Whitehorse has been the capital and largest city of the Canadian province of Yukon since 1953. The history of the Klondike Gold Rush can still be felt everywhere here, especially in the museums. The city is located on the Yukon River, which flows into the Bering Sea far north in Alaska.
Finds at Annie Lake, south of the city, suggest that people lived
here as early as 6000 BC. They were fishermen who used the fish-rich
Yukon River as a source of food. This fishing industry was replaced by
mining when the Klondike gold rush broke out on May 29, 1896 at the
latest after the ice on the Yukon River melted. More than 7000 ships
passed through here on their way to Dawson City and left some settlers
behind. The ships had to avoid dangerous white horse rapids, which more
than 150 ships failed to do in the first few days. This is where the
name of the settlement comes from. The gold rush subsided in 1898, so
that the population numbers of Dawson City and Whitehorse fell again. On
June 13, 1898, the Yukon Territory split from the Northwest Territories,
and Dawson City was declared the capital of the Yukon Territory.
When the construction of the Alaska Highway reached Whitehorse in May
1942, the city was able to develop into an important transport hub and
subsequently also an economic and administrative center, while Dawson
shrank. In 1950, Whitehorse was granted city rights, in 1953 it replaced
Dawson as the capital, and in 1957 the city name "White Horse" became
one word: "Whitehorse".
In 1956, the Canadian government forced
the merger of several Indian tribes in the region to form the Whitehorse
Indian Band, today's Kwanlin Dün First Nation. They now live in and
around Whitehorse. In 1987, the Ta'an Kwäch'än First Nation separated
from this association. They live north of Whitehorse around Lake
Laberge.
The oldest newspaper still in existence today is the
Whitehorse Daily Star, which was first published in 1901. Between
November 1968 and July 2012, the Canadian television station CBC
operated a regional station in Whitehorse under the station name
CFWH-TV, which had to be closed for cost reasons. Today, 11 radio
stations broadcast from the city.
Today, the city has around 28,000 inhabitants, which is 75% of the
population of the Yukon Territory. Whitehorse is the largest city in the
province.
The Whitehorse agglomeration also includes more distant
places such as Ibex Valley. On the other hand, the neighbourhoods of
Copper Ridge, Cowley Creek, Crestview, Granger, Hillcrest, Lobird, Marsh
Lake, Porter Creek, Takhini and Valleyview as well as the settlement of
the Kwanlin Dun First Nation do not belong directly to the core city.
Whitehorse is heavily influenced by tourism, especially during the
peak travel season between May and October. Hotels and campsites should
therefore be reserved in good time.
There are around 15 churches and prayer houses of various faiths in the city area. However, the buildings are not necessarily “sights”.
Whitehorse White Pass and Yukon Route Railway Depot - The station was
built in 1905 and served as the northern terminus and headquarters of
the White Pass and Yukon Route. The railway transports passengers and
goods from Skagway in Alaska to Whitehorse. This railway company bought
and parceled out the area that would later become Whitehorse. It
developed the city according to a plan typical of railway towns and
placed the station at the intersection of two important roads. The
building continued to be used until the railway closed in 1982. Since
1998 it has served as an office building for government agencies. The
station was declared a municipal historic site by Whitehorse in 2002.
The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre, opened in 1997, is a research
and exhibition center. The focus of the interpretive centre is Beringia,
an area between eastern Siberia and the Yukon, which has repeatedly been
a bridge between Asia and America over the last 70 million years. In
Whitehorse, this museum and the small research department in the Yukon
Beringia Interpretive Centre focus on Beringia and the area in eastern
Alaska and the Yukon that was also ice-free during the last ice age. The
Yukon Science Institute gives regular lectures here. In addition,
educational programs for different age groups are held under the title
Education Corner or Kids Corner.
Yukon Transportation Museum, 30 Electra Cres, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 0M7.
Tel.: +1 867 668 47 92, email: info@goYTM.ca . Founded in 1990, the
museum specialises in showing and examining the rugged character of the
Yukon Territory through stories of ingenious and self-sufficient means
of transport, entrepreneurs, pioneers and inventors. The museum's
mission is to "identify, acquire, preserve and conserve the history,
cultural materials and artifacts of transportation in Yukon, and to
interpret that history in an educational way for all Yukoners and
visitors alike." Although the Klondike Gold Rush and the building of the
Alaska Highway are major themes in the exhibits and displays, all facets
of transportation in the Yukon are explored, including Yukon First
Nations watercraft, bush pilots and northern aviation, dog sledding and
the Yukon Quest, and human-powered transportation such as snowshoes and
cross-country skis. Museum exhibits include the R.G. LCC-1 Sno-Train.
Letourneau, a Douglas DC-3 (call sign CF-CPY) known as one of the
largest weather vanes in the world, a G-scale model railroad reproducing
Whitehorse's waterfront in the 1920s, and several pieces of White Pass
and Yukon Route equipment including a gantry car, an ore car, and a
replica of the "Lake Annie" passenger car.
Old Log Church Museum,
Corner of 3rd Avenue and Elliott Street, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6K8. Tel: +1
867 668 25 55, Email: oldlogchurchmuseum@gmail.com. Built in 1900, the
Old Log Church is one of the oldest surviving structures in town. Until
1901, part of the building was used as a residence by the pastor and his
wife. The bell tower was originally separate from the church, but in
1910 it fell over in a storm and the bell broke. Although a new bell was
placed on the church, it was not put into use until 1945. The church
underwent various renovations over the course of the century. It
remained in use until 1960, when it was restored and converted into a
church museum. On display is a collection of materials on the history of
the Anglican Church in the Yukon dating back to 1861. The building was
designated a historic site in 1978.
MacBride Museum of Yukon History,
1124 Front St., Whitehorse, Y1A 1A4. Tel: +1 867 667 27 09, email:
frontdesk@macbridemuseum.com . Local history museum opened in the 1960s
in the former Government Telegraph Office building. The Yukon Historical
Society operates the MacBride Museum (1124 Front St.), the MacBride
Copperbelt Mining Museum (Mile 919.28 Alaska Highway, ☏ +1 867 667-6198)
and the MacBride Waterfront Trolley (1127 Front St, ☏ +1 867 667-6355).
The MacBride Museum of Yukon History is the oldest and most visited
museum in the Yukon. Its focus is on the history of the territory, with
collections covering transportation, First Nations, natural history and
the Klondike Gold Rush. In total, the house has more than 40,000
exhibits, mostly photographs. The latter are in the archive, which also
contains manuscripts, film recordings and extensive textual records on
the city's history. On the ground floor is the Wild World Gallery, which
has a scientific focus. In the Lower Gallery there is the photo
collection and a department on archaeology and early history. There you
can also find artifacts from the local First Nations. These include
masks and archaeological objects. Outside the house is the
Transportation Courtyard with exhibits on the history of transportation,
such as the locomotive Engine51. The programs include museum tours, gold
panning and occasional live music events.
SS Klondike, 205-300 Main
St., Whitehorse YT Y1A 2B5. Email: ssklondike@pc.gc.ca . SS Klondike is
the name of two sternwheel ships, the second of which is now a National
Historic Site. The Klondike I operated freight between Whitehorse and
Dawson City from 1929 to 1936, ran aground and was replaced by the
Klondike II in 1937. Due to the construction of a highway between Dawson
City and Whitehorse, many Yukon River sternwheelers were taken out of
service. To save the Klondike II, she was converted from the White Pass
and Yukon Route to a cruise ship. The venture was discontinued in 1955
due to lack of interest, and the Klondike II remained in the Whitehorse
shipyards. On June 24, 1967, the SS Klondike was designated a National
Historic Site of Canada and is now open as a tourist attraction in the
summer.
Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre, 1171 Front Street, Whitehorse Y1A 0G.
Tel: +867 (0)456 53 22, Email: info@kdcc.ca, events@kdcc.ca . Cultural
centre with a collection about the Kwanlin Dün First Nation. Opened in
2012, the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre is one of the most important and
visited venues in Yukon. The registered non-profit organization collects
and preserves cultural, historical, traditional, contemporary and
artistic objects, replicas and artifacts. At the heart of the KDCC's
cultural collections and programs is the vision of long-term
preservation, survival and celebration of Kwanlin Dün culture, languages
and community. Passing on knowledge of culture and language between
generations is essential to the survival and thriving of Kwanlin Dün
culture. Open: Mon-Fri 10:00am-5:00pm.
Whitehorse Fishway, Nisutlin
Dr, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 3S4 (at Whitehorse dam). Tel: +1 867 633 5965,
Email: whitehorse.fishladder@gmail.com . The world's longest wooden fish
ladder allows migrating salmon to bypass a Yukon Energy hydroelectric
plant. Here you can watch the fish through the underwater window and
learn more about salmon and other fish species from the information
panels in the information center. Just downstream of the fish ladder is
a fish hatchery that operates year-round; fish are tagged and released
into different waters. Open: Sep-Jun: 9am-5pm; Jul: 9am-6pm; Aug:
9am-9pm. Price: $3.00 Canadian (recommended donation).
Miles Canyon: The Miles Canyon basalts are volcanic rocks that are
exposed in the Miles Canyon on the Yukon River south of Whitehorse and
are easily accessible. The former White Horse Rapids (now a
hydroelectric power station) formed the end point of the navigation for
paddlewheel boats that could no longer travel. The town of Closeleigh
(now the city of Whitehorse) was chosen because of this obstacle to
navigation. Visitors can reach the canyon by car or on foot. Fast
motorboat trips to and through the canyon are also organized. Yukon
River Tours tours start on the west bank of Schwatka Lake. For
pedestrians, there is a path to Miles Canyon directly from the town. On
a hike along the gorge, you can admire not only the flora but also the
fauna. The interesting Miles Canyon Suspension Bridge (Robert Lowe
Bridge), which is only open to pedestrians, spans the canyon. At the end
of the canyon lies the abandoned town
Canyon City, but not much of it
can be seen anymore. The town was founded during the Gold Rush when many
gold seekers would congregate here before entering the Whitehorse Rapids
and Miles Cayon. Many gold seekers gathered here to stock up on
supplies, plan their journey and prepare for the challenges ahead. When
the ice broke, many attempted to cross the rapids in their homemade
boats. A wooden tram for horse-drawn wagons was used to bypass the
rapids. Canyon City's decline was due to the completion of the White
Pass and Yukon Railway. Gold seekers no longer had to use the Yukon
River to reach the Klondike. After the construction of the railway, not
much is known about Canyon City. In 1994, the Canyon City Archaeology
Project began. It was discovered that the river had risen by 2.5 to 4 m
due to the construction of the Whitehorse Dam in 1959, swallowing much
of the original Canyon City wharf and part of the tram line. Foundations
were found, as well as artifacts such as forks, broken bottles and
ceramic fragments. On land, garbage piles containing tin and lead cans
used by prospectors to cook food were discovered, as well as various
coins and gold nuggets used as currency. Today, not much remains of
Canyon City. The only visible evidence of the former urban area are
garbage piles containing tin and lead cans and part of the streetcar.
The only physical remains of Canyon City today are archaeological in
nature.
Shipyards Park is located on the banks of the Yukon River on
Second Avenue on the site of the former shipyard. This park was designed
to be used year-round and offers a large open space for festivals and
community events. The park, or Frank Slim Building, features fire pits
in gazebos, a covered stage, a skating loop and a sledding hill that can
also be used in the summer.
Chadburn Lake Park is a public recreation
area that provides access to a world-class wilderness right on your
doorstep. It is the largest park in a Canadian municipality and over 18
times larger than Stanley Park in Vancouver. The area was designated as
one of the five Whitehorse Regional Parks in 2010. There are several day
trip destinations and boat launches within Chadburn Lake Park. One of
the most popular areas is Chadburn Lake itself, which is a popular
destination for canoes, kayaks and paddleboards. Motorized boats are not
allowed, and there is a small pebble beach and floating dock. There are
also hiking, biking and skiing trails, a large parking lot, picnic
pavilion and jetty. Access to Chadburn Lake is via Chadburn Lake Road
from the Riverdale neighborhood.
Long Lake is a popular recreation
destination year-round. In the summer, it is a popular spot for locals
and visitors to hike, bike, swim and paddleboard. The lake has a dock
with a ladder and benches, as well as a life jacket rental station. The
town's swimming instructors often give lessons there. In the winter, the
area is used for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. The Long Lake
Loop Trail is about 1.7 miles (2.8 km) long and connects to a larger
network of trails in Riverdale.
Schwatka Lake is a popular
destination for boating, fishing, canoeing, sightseeing, picnicking,
hiking, biking, and swimming. There are many unmarked picnic areas near
the lake. The 15-km Yukon River Loop Trail runs through the area and is
a great way to circumnavigate the lake and visit Miles Canyon and Canyon
City. The White Horse Rapids of the Yukon River once flowed where
Schwatka Lake now stands. In 1958, the river was dammed to generate
hydroelectric power, creating the lake. A watershed of about 1300 square
miles (3,500 km²) drains directly into the lake. Riparian, wetland and
forested areas provide habitat for loons, grebes, ducks and other
wildlife. The area is a popular destination for birdwatchers.
The
Schwatka Lake area has been used by Indigenous peoples in the past and
is located on the traditional lands of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and
Ta'an Kwäch'än Council. The area is also historically significant as it
served as a water and rail route during the Klondike Gold Rush. Traces
of the Hepburn Tramway (built in 1898) can still be seen, while the
tracks of the White Pass and Yukon Route Railway (completed in 1900) are
still intact, albeit overgrown. The railway operated until 1982, when it
was closed due to the decline of the territory's mining industry.
Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs (Takhini Hot Springs), KM 10/Mile 6
Takhini Hot Springs Road, Whitehorse, YT. Tel.: +1 867 456 80 00 . Hot
springs can be used in Takhini Hot Springs, about 30 km north of the
city center. Scandinavian and Japanese onsen healing practices are
seamlessly combined in several pools, and various saunas and relaxation
rooms are available. Access is only possible for adults aged 19 and
over! There is also a hotel and a campsite on site. Price:
60.00Can$/180min.
The tourist ship "Schwatka" is a paddle steamer
from the gold rush era and takes trips on the Yukon River to Miles
Canyon between June and August and also shows other sights.
At the
Water Aerodrome on the west bank of Schwatka Lake, Alpine Aviation Yukon
Ltd. and Alkan Air Ltd. offer tours. Seaplane sightseeing flights are
offered.
Canada Games Centre, 200 Hamilton Blvd, Whitehorse, YT Y1A
0A6. Tel.: +1 867 667 43 86. The main centre for indoor leisure
activities in Whitehorse. It includes a large aquatic centre and three
ice rinks.
The Yukon Quest sled dog race, which has been held since 1984, runs
every year in February over 450 miles from Fairbanks to Whitehorse or
vice versa. It started or ended in Shipyards Park. A different route
will be chosen for the first time in 2025. Various distances between 80
and 450 miles will continue to be offered. In even-numbered years it
runs from Fairbanks to Whitehorse, in odd-numbered years in the opposite
direction. The Yukon Quest commemorates the trail's historic role in
exploring the American and Canadian north and the gold prospectors,
trappers and letter carriers who opened up the land without the aid of
modern means of transport. It is considered the toughest or most
difficult dog sled race in the world. The route followed the historic
route of the Klondike Gold Rush, which largely runs parallel to today's
Klondike Highway.
The next race will start on February 1, 2025 in
Whitehorse. The actual 2025 race will begin on February 2 in Teslin,
about 141 km southeast of Whitehorse. A day earlier, on February 1,
there will only be a ceremonial start in Whitehorse. The race route will
be 425 miles long and will end in Faro.
Frostbite Arts and Music
Festival at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Center. A whole weekend (Fri-Sun),
early March or late February. A winter festival with Canadian and Yukon
musicians.
Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club. A popular cross-country
skiing facility with 85km of groomed trails. There is also a large
covered waxing room, washrooms and changing rooms, and saunas to warm up
after skiing. There are also 20km of single track trails for mountain
biking in the summer.
Yukon African Music Festival. Annual two-day
dance event in February with live music from professional African
musicians.
Yukon River Trail Marathon. Held every August. Full
marathon, half marathon, relay and half marathon race.
By plane
Whitehorse Airport (Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International
Airport, IATA: YXY), 75 Barkley Grow Crescent, Whitehorse. Tel.: +1 867
667 84 40 . The airport is served by Canadian and US airlines. There is
a scheduled flight to Frankfurt/Main once a week in the summer. In
addition to the conventional scheduled flights, numerous smaller charter
flight operators and bush pilots operate from Whitehorse Airport. The
airport also serves as an important base for firefighting aircraft used
to fight forest fires. Features: free WiFi, dogs on a leash. Open: 24/7.
By train
There has been no train service to Whitehorse since
1982. The train station is now used as an office building for government
agencies.
By road and by bus
Cars and buses can reach
Whitehorse via the Alaska Highway (at mile 919; here in the Yukon it is
called H1) or the Klondike Highway (H2). The Alaska Highway has joined
the Klondike Highway south of Whitehorse, which, coming from Skagway
(Alaska), separates from the Alaska Highway north of Whitehorse and
leads to Dawson City. The Alaska Highway does not touch the center of
Whitehorse, but passes it to the west. There are also regular buses on
these routes.
By boat
Although the Yukon River is a navigable
connection to Dawson City and was also used by steamships during the
gold rush, regular shipping has been discontinued since the construction
of the Klondike Highway (1955) in 1957.
Whitehorse Transit buses operate regular eight routes in and around
the city. One-way fare is $2.50 Canadian, and bicycles are carried free
of charge on a front-mounted bike rack.
Northern Taxi. Tel: +1 867
333 2200, Email: northerntaxiyukon@gmail.com. Open: 24/7.
Cadence
Cycles, 505 Steele St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2E1, Canada. Tel: +1 867 633
5600, Email: dean@cadencecycle.ca. Bicycle shop with repair services and
rentals.
Symbol: Park Parking in the city center is metered six days
a week. Visitors can obtain a free 3-day parking permit at the Yukon
Visitor Information Centre.
1 Midnight Sun Emporium, 205C Main Street, Whitehorse, YT. Tel: +1
867 668 4350, Email: midnightsunemporium@yukonbooks.com . Family-run
souvenir and gift shop. Open: Mon-Sat 9am-6pm.
2 Yukon North of
Ordinary, 206 Steele Street, Whitehorse, YT (corner of 2nd Ave and
Steele St). Tel: +1 867 322 0359, Email: hello@northofordinary.com .
Yukon-branded clothing and souvenirs. Open: Mon-Fri 10am-7pm; Sat, Sun
10am-6pm.
3 Aroma Borealis Herb Shop, 504 B Main Street, Whitehorse,
Y1A 2B9. Tel: +1 867 667 4372, Email: orders@aromaborealis.com . Locally
sourced natural products including skin care and aromatherapy products.
Herbal teas. Open: Mon-Fri 10am-6pm; Sat 10am-5pm.
4 North End
Gallery, 1116 Front St #118, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1A3. Email:
info@northendgallery.ca . The North End Gallery offers an eclectic
selection of paintings and crafts from a variety of Canadian Northern
artists, both famous Northern Canadian and First Nation artists. Open:
Mon-Sat 10am-6pm.
Canadian cuisine is available at Klondike Rib & Salmon, 2116 2nd
Avenue. Otherwise, restaurants with steak or hamburger dishes
predominate.
Cheap
1 Alpine Bakery, 411 Alexander Street,
Whitehorse, Y1A 2L8. Tel.: +1 867 668-6871, email: info@alpinebakery.ca.
The bakery and café offers excellent organic breads and other baked
goods, handmade chocolates and fair trade coffee. During lunchtime, a
hot dish of the day and hearty soups are also available. Open: Mon-Fri
8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m.; Sat, Sun 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
2 Giorgio's
Cuccina, 206 Jarvis Street, Whitehorse, Y1A 2H1. Tel.: +1 867 668 4050.
Features: Italian cuisine, Mediterranean cuisine. Open: Tue-Sat
5pm-10pm.
3 Burnt Toast Cafe, 2112 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, Y1A 1B9.
Tel: +1 867 393 2605. Good breakfast, weekend brunch. Feature: no WiFi.
Open: Mon-Fri 7:30am-3pm, 4pm-9pm; Sat, Sun 8:30am-3:30pm, 4pm-9pm.
4
Big Bear Eatery & Taphouse, 4229 4 Ave, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1K2. Tel:
+1-867-456-2327. Yukon favorites like shawarma poutine and artisan
pizzas and plant-based bowls.
Medium
5 Klondike Rib & Salmon,
2116 2nd Ave, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2A8. Open: currently unclear.
6
Antoinette's, 4121 Fourth Avenue, Whitehorse, Y1A 1H7. Tel: +1 867 668
3505, Email: info@antoinettescuisine.com. Antoinette's is an artfully
designed restaurant with a relaxed atmosphere serving international
cuisine with a Caribbean twist. Features: free WiFi, wheelchair
accessible, terrace, international cuisine, Caribbean cuisine, vegan,
vegetarian.
7 Boston Pizza, 2241 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 5W1.
Tel: +1 867 667 4992 . Features: Italian cuisine, pizza, vegan,
vegetarian. Open: Sun-Thur 11am-midnight; Fri, Sat 11am-1am.
8 G&P on
Main, 209 Main St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2B2, Canada. Tel: +1 867 668 4708,
Email: info@gandpsteakhouse.com . Features: Regional cuisine,
steakhouse, vegan, vegetarian. Open: Tue-Sat 4am-9pm.
Upscale
9 Belly of the Bison, 101 Main St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2A7 (in the
Edgewater Hotel). Tel: +1 867 334 7029, Email: lpadilla@nvdlp.com. Fine
dining restaurant. Features: European cuisine, international cuisine.
Open: Sun-Wed 5pm-8:30pm; Thu, Sat 5:00 p.m.-9:30 p.m.; Fri 5:00
p.m.-10:00 p.m.
There are many saloons and bars, some in a rustic western style.
Yukon Cinema Centre, 304 Wood Street, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5M2. Tel.: +1
867 687 48 34, E-Mail: yfs@yukonfilmsociety.com.
Woodcutter's
Blanket, 2151 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse, Y1A 1C6. Bar with good food and
its own beer. Tacos on Wednesdays.
Yukon Brewing, 102 Copper Road,
Whitehorse,Y1A 2Z6. Microbrewery with a large gift shop and a small
tasting room.
Winterlong Brewing, 83 Mount Sima Road, Whitehorse, Y1A
0A8. Microbrewery with tasting room.
Accommodation in Whitehorse ranges from hostels to B&Bs and motels to high-quality hotels. They tend to fill up quickly, so booking in advance is recommended in summer. This also applies to campsites and RV parks.
1 Robert Service Campground, Robert Service Campground, Whitehorse,
YT Y1A (about 2.5km south of downtown on the Yukon River). Tel.: +1 867
668 8325, email: campground@whitehorse.ca. The campground offers 60 tent
sites and 8 sites for RVs up to 6m long. Feature: dogs on a leash.
2
Hi Country RV Park, 91374 Alaska Hwy, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6E4. Tel.: +1
867 667 7445, email: reservations@hicountryrv.com. RV park with over 120
sites for all sizes of RVs, a well-stocked gift shop, laundromat and
grocery store, as well as washrooms and showers, plus picnic tables and
fire pits at all sites. Feature: Wi-Fi.
3 Hot Springs Campground, KM
10, Takhini Hot Springs Rd, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 7A2 (approx. 30km north,
near the Takhini Hot Springs). Tel.: +1 867 456 8004, email:
reservations@yukoncampground.com. Campground on the edge of the Takhini
Hot Springs with 60 sites. Guests receive a 20% discount on admission to
the hot springs.
4 Caribou RV Park, 90351 Alaska Highway (km1403)
(mile904). Tel.: +1 867-668-2961, email: info@caribou-rv-park.com . RV
park with over 50 pitches for RVs of all sizes, forest pitches, a
well-stocked souvenir and specialty shop, a laundromat and a restaurant,
as well as washrooms and showers in private bathrooms, as well as picnic
tables and fire pits at all locations. Feature: WiFi.
Cheap
5 The Beez Kneez Bakpakers Hostel, 408 Hoge Street,
Whitehorse, Y1A 1W2. Tel.: +1 867 456 2333, Email: hostel@klondiker.com
. A hostel in a residential area near the city center. There is free
coffee, but no TV. Kitchen, grill and laundry available. Feature: free
WiFi. Check-in: 2:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Check-out: until 10:00 a.m. Price:
in a dormitory from 45.00 Canadian dollars per night, single/double room
from 80.00 Canadian dollars per night.
Medium
6 Midnight Sun
Inn Bed and Breakfast, 6188 6th Ave, Whitehorse, Y1A 1N8 (corner of 6th
Ave. & Cook St.). Tel: +1 867 667 2255, Toll free: +1 866 284 4448,
Email: info@midnightsunbb.com. Each of the four themed rooms has a
private bathroom, hairdryer, telephone, television, internet access and
desk. One of the highlights of the property is the large common room
with full kitchen, laundry and a 32" television. It is located near the
scenic clay cliffs, which have hiking and walking trails. The inn also
has rooms in neighboring buildings. Features: Bed & Breakfast, internet
access, television, telephone, pets not allowed. Check-in: from 4pm.
Check-out: until 11am. Price: Jun-beginning Sep: from 200.00 Canadian
dollars/night, other times around 10-25.00 Canadian dollars less.
7
Yukon Inn, 4220 4th Avenue, Whitehorse, Y1A 1K1. Tel.: +1 867 667 2527,
toll-free: +1 800 661 0454, email: reservations@yukoninn.com. Price:
from 200.00 Canadian dollars/night.
8 Quality Inn & Suites, 2288 2nd
Avenue, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 1C8. Tel.: +1 867 668 47 47. Features: ★★★,
free WiFi, parking, gym, pets allowed. Price: from 178.00 Canadian
dollars/night.
Upscale
9 Edgewater Hotel, 101 Main St,
Whitehorse, YT Y1A 2A7. Tel.: +1 867 667 25 72, Email:
edgewater@yukonhotels.com. Hotel with a long history and 33 rooms
located directly on the Yukon. Features: ★★★★, free WiFi, restaurant,
free parking, pets allowed. Check-in: from 3 p.m. Check-out: until 11
a.m.
10 Inn On The Lake, Lot 76 McClintock Place, Marsh Lake,
Whitehorse, Y1A 7A1 (southeast of the city, on the Alaska Highway).
Tel.: +1 867 660-5253, Email: info@exceptionalplaces.com. This lodge,
featured in Martha Stewart Living and named one of the 150 best places
to stay in 2009 by National Geographic Traveller, is a 35-minute drive
from Whitehorse. It is the highest-rated accommodation and conference
center in the Yukon. Price: from 250.00 Canadian dollars per night.
11 Best Western Gold Rush Inn, 411 Main St., Whitehorse, Y1A 2B6. Tel.:
+1 867 668 45 00. Features: ★★★, free WiFi, bar, gym, restaurant, free
parking, pets allowed. Check-in: from 3 p.m. Check-out: until 11 a.m.
Price: from 310.00 Canadian dollars per night (additional 30.00 Canadian
dollars per dog may apply).
The city is relatively safe in terms of crime.
1 Royal
Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), 4100 4 Ave, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1H5.
Tel.: +1 867 667 5551.
1 Walmart Pharmacy, 9021 Quartz Rd, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 4P9.
2
Medicine Chest Pharmacy, 304 Ogilvie St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 0M1.
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I.D.A. Yukon Pharmacy, 4194B 4 Ave, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1J8.
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Medicine Chest Pharmacy, 406 Lambert St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 1Z7.
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