City: Dawson City
Top Things to do in Dawson City
The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Dawson City, Canada
The Town of the City of Dawson, commonly known as Dawson City or Dawson, is a town in Yukon, Canada. It is inseparably linked to the Klondike Gold Rush (1896–99). Its population was 1,375 as of the 2016 census.
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1. Tombstone Territorial Park
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 224 reviews
Reviewed By KJElmer - Vancouver, Canada
Was only there for a short day trip and there was cloud cover, but you can’t hide the beauty! A nice easy hike, a picnic in an enclosed space with a nice fire and views in any direction. I’d like to make it back some day in August or September. If you’re as far north as Dawson City, it’d be a shame to miss this. The Dempster Highway is also an impressive feat. We crossed the continental divide and went as far as Two Moose Lake - the Arctic Circle was so close and yet so far.
2. Mt. Dome
3. NWT Dempster Highway Visitor Centre
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 34 reviews
Visit the NWT Dempster Highway Visitor Centre to learn about the Dempster Highway and Western Arctic Region of the Northwest Territories. We are open seasonally from late May to early September. Enjoy our displays, or talk with one of our knowledgeable staff about the authentic experiences to be had in the Western Arctic.
Reviewed By AlaskaRoadTrip2019
This is a must visit if you are doing the Dempster highway all the way, Be sure to get the very comprehensive guide they have and be sure to have all the prep they suggest on your vehicle. Great information, film and exhibits.
4. Midnight Dome
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 33 reviews
Reviewed By davidwm55 - West Vancouver, Canada
Must do in Dawson. Spectacular view of Dawson and beyond. We will be back to see the Northern lights (if we get a clear night).
5. Dawson City Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
This museum documents the history of Dawson City, with an emphasis on the Gold Rush era.
Reviewed By JenniferandAlan - Easton, United States
The museum is housed in the Old Territorial Administration Building so your history lesson begins even before entering. The exhibits take you from prehistory through the Gold Rush. You learn how the lives of the First Nations people were changed by the fur trade then by the Gold Rush. The story of the Gold Rush is told through the stampeders, the entrepreneurs, and the soiled doves. The history of Dawson City from tent town to the Paris of the North is portrayed through exhibits. The use of the many mannequins dressed in the clothing of the time being part of the exhibits instead of just using the furniture really brings the era to life. Take your time to read the descriptions to really get a feel for the times. As a newly minted senior, I found I was really interested in the "artifacts" as I had used several of them myself. Don't miss the court room upstairs. Enjoy!
6. Klondike National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
The Klondike National Historic Sites of Canada commemorate the 1896 Klondike Gold Rush, the role of large corporation gold mining in the Klondike and river transportation in the Yukon. Dawson City, conveniently located at the junction of the Yukon and Klondike Rivers, quickly became the heart of the gold fields during this time.
Reviewed By hypersomniac
My friends and I signed up for the walking tour called “Strange Things Under The Midnight Sun” at the information Centre that was a real fun 2 hours. Led by someone from parks Canada, we got a chance to hear an oral history of Dawson City and the madness that came with the Klondike Gold Rush. Very cool that the tour allows you an inside view of some of the preserved buildings, namely the saloon, the post office and the bank. Would definitely recommend this fun activity!
7. Claim 33 Gold Panning
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
We are a combination gold panning & antique mining museum located in the heart of the Klondike Gold fields. Come learn how to pan. Current cost is $15.75/Pan including tax. Gold is guaranteed! There is no charge to visit our informal Museum and take photos if you wish. We are open mid May to mid September. We also feature gold nugget and mammoth ivory jewelry, northern books in several languages , souvenirs , and cold drinks and snacks. We rent pans and shovels for use at Claim #6 for a cost of $2.10/Each incl tax.(Visitors who pan at Claim 33 are not charged a rental fee for a pan and/or shovel to use at Claim 6) Lots of on site parking. Types of payment accepted: Cash, cheque, travelers' cheque, invoice, Debit, Visa ,and Mastercard.
Reviewed By helenlimyl - Singapore, Singapore
It was a very interesting experience to be given a pan of pay dirt, for us to work through, at the sluice box. This is NOT easy. Our short experience certainly gives us newfound respect for the dedication, hard work and tireless efforts of the early gold panners. It is incredulous that most of them did this for months, if not years. Their resolution to strike gold is indeed commendable. Most of us will end up with a few flakes of tiny gold, so be persistent and work through finishing your pay dirt. You can then pay for your 'rich' findings to be encased in pendants or earrings. Otherwise, they keep them in a plastic vial for you to take home. Do try this fun and 'rewarding' attraction to partake of a Yukon Gold rush experience, albeit for a few 'back- breaking' minutes only. Helen Lim Singapore
8. Danoja Zho Cultural Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By IvanOttawa - Ottawa, Canada
A small but very interesting cultural centre. You learn so much about the Danoja Zho culture which is fascinating. We had a tour with a young 19 year old First Nations guide who was absolutely fantastic! He had so many insights and stories that helped everyone perhaps understand Canadian First Nations history in a new light! A must visit!!!
9. Dredge No. 4
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 204 reviews
Reviewed By karlar333 - Vancouver, Canada
It was great to take the tour which I highly recommend. The tour guides are well trained and are enthusiastic to share the what they have learned from the gold rush days. It is nice to see restoration was done and ongoing for this as it really tells us great history of the time.
10. Dawson City Visitor Information Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 235 reviews
We are the Yukon Visitor Centre for Dawson City. We are here to provide you with the most accurate and latest information about things to see and do in town. We will do our best to answer all the questions that you can have! We are open from May 1st to September 30th every year from 8:00am to 8:00pm daily. We share our building with Parks Canada who offers walking tours of town and tours of Historic Sites. They are open daily 9:00am to 5:00pm in the shoulder seasons (May and September) and 9:00am to 7:00pm in June-July-August. Come visit us!
Reviewed By AlaskaRoadTrip2019
Great visitor center stop for information, recommendations maps, brochures, short films, bathrooms, and Internet. Very knowledgeable staff to help make the best of short time in the area. Great first stop in Dawson and centrally located in town on the main drag into town, close to many sites and eats. Highly recommended.
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