Whitehorse

Located in Whitehorse, this northern city sits directly under the auroral oval, making it one of the most reliable places in the world to see the Aurora Borealis. With clear skies, minimal light pollution just outside the city, and long winter nights, Whitehorse offers spectacular northern lights viewing from August to April. A top destination for aurora tourism in Canada, it’s perfect for travelers seeking one of the best northern lights experiences in the Yukon and beyond. Hours: Best viewing August–April (night hours) Price Range: Free (tours extra)

Located along the Yukon River, Five Finger Rapids is one of the most iconic and historic natural attractions in the Yukon. Here, four channels of the river are funnelled through five towering rock pillars, creating powerful rapids that were once the most feared obstacle for Klondike Gold Rush stampeders navigating the river. Today, visitors can access the site via a dramatic staircase leading to scenic viewing platforms above the rapids, offering breathtaking views and one of the best things to do in Yukon for history and nature lovers. Hours: Open daily Price Range: Free

Located just 28 km north of Whitehorse, Takhini Hot Springs is one of the most unique geothermal attractions in Canada. These natural hot springs are famous for the annual Hair Freezing Contest, where visitors create incredible frozen hairstyles in temperatures as low as -20°C. A top destination for winter tourism in the Yukon, Takhini Hot Springs offers a one-of-a-kind experience combining relaxation, adventure, and one of the most fun and unusual things to do in Canada. Hours: Daily (hours vary by season)

Located in Whitehorse, the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre is a world-class museum exploring the ancient land bridge that once connected Siberia and Alaska. This unique attraction showcases extraordinary Ice Age megafauna, including woolly mammoths, short-faced bears, and the American mastodon — many of which were discovered in the Yukon. A must-visit destination for history, science, and nature lovers looking to explore one of the most fascinating prehistoric stories in Canada. Hours: Daily (summer); reduced winter hours

A dramatic volcanic basalt canyon on the Yukon River just south of Whitehorse, where the infamous Whitehorse Rapids once terrified Klondike stampeders. A suspension bridge, trail system, and interpretive panels tell the gold rush story. --- Hours: Open daily Price range: Free Image sources: Tourism Yukon; Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA

Located in Whitehorse, SS Klondike National Historic Site is a restored White Pass & Yukon Route sternwheeler permanently drydocked on the waterfront. Once the largest sternwheeler on the Yukon River, the SS Klondike served as a vital transportation link during the Klondike era until 1955. Today, it stands as a National Historic Site and a must-visit destination for travelers exploring Yukon history and the best things to do in Whitehorse. Hours: June–September, open daily

Located in Yukon, Kluane National Park and Reserve is a UNESCO World Heritage Site protecting the largest non-polar icefield in the world and Mount Logan (5,959 m), Canada’s highest mountain. This vast wilderness features towering glaciers, rugged mountains, and abundant wildlife including Dall’s sheep and grizzly bears. A must-visit destination for adventure travel, wildlife viewing, and exploring one of the most spectacular natural landscapes in Canada.

Accessible only by river or floatplane, Fort Selkirk is the best-preserved historic site on the Yukon River and one of the most unique cultural attractions in the Yukon. Once a thriving trading post and North-West Mounted Police outpost, it served First Nations communities, fur traders, and Klondike Gold Rush stampeders. Today, it is carefully maintained by the Selkirk First Nation, offering visitors an authentic journey into northern history, Indigenous culture, and one of the best preserved heritage sites in Northern Canada. Hours: June–August, open daily