Yellowknife

Located in Yellowknife, this northern city is widely regarded as one of the best places in the world to see the Aurora Borealis. Positioned directly under the auroral oval and benefiting from a stable, dry subarctic climate, Yellowknife offers some of the most consistent and vivid northern lights displays on Earth. Popular viewing spots like Aurora Village and the surrounding wilderness provide front-row seats to this natural spectacle, making it a top destination for travelers seeking the best northern lights experience in Canada. Hours: Best viewing August–April Price Range: Free (tours extra)