Natural Phenomenon

Northern Lights

Whitehorse, YT

Best viewing season from late August to April Guided aurora tours with heated domes and photography options

About Northern Lights

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Things to Do

Trip planning and maps

Trip planning and maps

Watching the Yukon history film

Watching the Yukon history film

Booking local tours and excursions

Booking local tours and excursions

Collecting brochures and seasonal tips

Collecting brochures and seasonal tips

Food & Dining

Tim Hortonscoffee_shop

Tim Hortons

Canadian chain for signature premium-blend coffee, plus light fare, pastries & breakfast sandwiches.

Baked Cafe & Bakerycoffee_shop

Baked Cafe & Bakery

This artsy, industrial-chic coffeehouse provides a venue for trivia nights & live music.

Burnt Toast Caferestaurant

Burnt Toast Cafe

Rustic-chic bistro turning out an eclectic selection of homespun meals from morning until night.

Cooper's/Dirty Northernpub

Cooper's/Dirty Northern

Cozy neighborhood pub serving creative comfort fare, craft beer & cocktails in laid-back surrounds.

McDonald'sfast_food_restaurant

McDonald's

Classic, long-running fast-food chain known for its burgers & fries.

Woodcutter's Blanket - Bar & Brewerybrewpub

Woodcutter's Blanket - Bar & Brewery

Big Bear Eatery & Taphouserestaurant

Big Bear Eatery & Taphouse