What are the best things to do in Whitehorse?
Top picks in Whitehorse include S.S. Klondike National Historic Site, MacBride Museum, Yukon Transportation Museum, Old Log Church. See the full list and itinerary on this Whitehorse travel guide.
Why visit Whitehorse
Travel guide for Whitehorse, Canada — practical tips, places to visit, and planning help.
Whitehorse is a stop in Canada, not a country-in-a-weekend. Plan about 2 days. If time is short, prioritise S.S. Klondike National Historic Site, MacBride Museum, Yukon Transportation Museum instead of racing the whole list. Mid-range ground costs are about 110–240 USD per person per day, excluding international flights. Best time: Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures. Rankings, stay length and cost bands on this page come from Global Itinerary’s trip-planning models.
Best time
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures
Weather
Diverse — temperate to subtropical
Experiences
Things to do in Whitehorse
1
S.S. Klondike National Historic Site
2
MacBride Museum
3
Yukon Transportation Museum
4
Old Log Church
Plan your trip
Whitehorse itinerary (2 days)
- 1
Day 1
Icons & landmarks
- Visit S.S. Klondike National Historic Site
- Visit MacBride Museum
- Visit Yukon Transportation Museum
- Eat at Alpine Bakery
- 2
Day 2
Culture & neighborhoods
- Visit Old Log Church
- Eat at Tokyo Sushi
Budget
Whitehorse trip cost
Budget
USD 50–85
per person / day
Mid-range
USD 110–240
per person / day
Luxury
USD 275–455+
per person / day
Typical on-the-ground spend in Whitehorse, Canada. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury. Figures exclude international flights.
Trip budget estimator
Typical mid-range for Whitehorse
Estimated total (USD)
$3,090
≈ $1,545 per person · $441 per day group total
Ground costs ≈ $180/person/day (lodging + food + transport + activities)
Defaults match Whitehorse mid-range ground costs (budget 50–85 · mid 110–240 · luxury 275–455+ USD/day). Edit freely — flights vary by origin.
Where to eat
Local favourites
Alpine Bakery
Tokyo Sushi
Giorgio's Cuccina
Burnt Toast Cafe
Big Bear Eatery & Taphouse
Where to stay
Tourist favourites & top-rated
Midnight Sun Inn Bed and Breakfast
Yukon Inn
Inn On The Lake
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
Northern Lights Resort & Spa
Shopping
- Midnight Sun Emporium
- Yukon North of Ordinary
- Aroma Borealis Herb Shop
Nightlife
- Woodcutter's Blanket
- Yukon Brewing
- Winterlong Brewing
Museums & culture
- MacBride Museum
- Yukon Transportation Museum
- Old Log Church
In pictures
Whitehorse gallery
Good to know
Whitehorse travel FAQs
When is the best time to visit Whitehorse?
Late spring and early autumn for pleasant temperatures.
How many days do I need in Whitehorse?
Plan at least 2 days in Whitehorse for the highlights on our suggested itinerary; add more time for day trips.
Where should I stay in Whitehorse?
Popular stays in Whitehorse include Midnight Sun Inn Bed and Breakfast, Yukon Inn, Inn On The Lake. Book central areas if you want to walk to major sights.
How much does a trip to Whitehorse cost?
On the ground in Whitehorse (excluding international flights), budget travellers often spend about 50–85 per person per day, mid-range about 110–240, and luxury about 275–455+ (USD). Typical on-the-ground spend in Whitehorse, Canada. Hostel/guesthouse + local meals ≈ budget; comfortable hotels + mix of dining ≈ mid-range; luxury hotels and fine dining ≈ luxury.
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