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Yellowknife city guide

Bullock's Bistro

For the fish ’n’ chips

This restaurant claims to serve the world's best fish 'n' chips, made with grilled Arctic char, pan-fried pickerel or deep-fried whitefish. Scrawl your own verdict right on your table, the walls or the ceiling (marker provided on request).

3534 Weaver Dr., Yellowknife 867-873-3474 facebook.com/BullocksBistro

The Woodyard Brewhouse & Eatery

For the award-winning beer

The city’s only microbrewery pub – and one of the northernmost brewery in Canada – is a popular hangout for locals and tourists alike. Kick back with a hoppy Bug Repellent IPA or the award-winning KickSled Cream Ale and order tempura vegetables with wasabi mayo if you are feeling peckish.

3905 Franklin Ave., Yellowknife 867-873-2337 nwtbrewingco.com

Birchwood Coffee Kǫ̀

For the breakfast sandwiches

The word “kǫ̀” means home in Tlicho, one of the languages of the Dene people. This family owned and operated coffee shop serves coffee, espresso and fresh baked goods. Don’t miss the Bannock ’n’ Egger breakfast sandwich.

5021 49th St., Yellowknife birchwoodcoffeeko.com

Wildcat Café

For bannock and jam

Housed in a heritage log cabin from 1938, the Wildcat Café prepares local fare like freshly baked bannock with jam, bison burgers and smoked Great Slave Lake fish. When the weather cooperates, grab a spot on the sunny patio. Open mid-May to September 7.

3904 Wiley Rd., Yellowknife 867-873-4004

A Taste of Saigon

For the ginger beef

A staple of the community since 2003, A Taste of Saigon serves classic Vietnamese dishes and Canadian favourites like lemongrass chicken and ginger beef in record time. Lunchtime crowds pour in from nearby offices at noon, so plan accordingly if you want to get a table. End your meal with deep-fried ice cream.

4913 50th St., Yellowknife 867-873-9777 atasteofsaigon.ca

Gold Range Bistro

For a greasy-spoon breakfast

Head to the fabled Gold Range Bistro for the city's best greasy-spoon breakfast, and get the dish on life in the North from ice-road truckers, diamond miners and even the premier.

5010 50th St., Yellowknife 867-873-4567 goldrangebistro.ca
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Ahmic Air

For a bird’s-eye view

This tour operator offers sightseeing tours of Yellowknives Dene First Nation communities of N’Dilo and Dettah from the comfort of a de Havilland DHC-2 Beaver. The bush plane comes equipped with floats to land on the water in summer, and skis to land on the frozen lakes in winter.

3514 Wiley Rd., Yellowknife 867-920-4400 ahmicair.com

Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre and Legislative Assembly

For a political history lessons

The PWNHC features an ever-changing schedule of interactive exhibits and activities. Learn about the history of the Northwest Territories and the Indigenous peoples of the region. The Legislative Assembly, a.k.a. “The Ledge,” is one of the most interesting structures in the North, and it features original artwork from the Group of Seven artist A. Y. Jackson and many artists based in the Northwest Territories. The buildings are cheek by jowl and tours are free.

4750 48 St., Yellowknife 867-767-9347 pwnhc.ca

Buffalo Airways

For vintage aircrafts

See the operational World War II-era airplanes that serve communities north of Yellowknife at this active hangar’s aviation museum. DC-3 and C-46 planes that shuttled paratroopers and cargo between England, France and Germany in the 1940s cruise through Yellowknife’s skies on a daily basis. This is a popular tour for history buffs and fans of the Ice Pilots NWT television series. Hangar tours are free, but you need to book ahead with Buffalo Airwear, the hangar’s merchandise store.

134 Bristol Ave., Yellowknife 867-765-6023 buffaloairways.com
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Gallery of the midnight sun

For northern arts and crafts

A one-stop gift shop appealing to traditionalists, this Old Town gallery stocks everything from clothing to arts and crafts, including fur-trimmed, handmade moccasins and Inuit and Dene sculptures. Those looking for precious gems – Yellowknife is the diamond capital of North America – can even shop Canadian sparklers.

5005 Bryson Dr., Yellowknife 867-873-8064 nwtarts.com

Old Town Glassworks

For handcrafted glassware

At this artisans’ co-op, all the glassware – made from recycled bottles – is cut, polished and sandblasted by hand. Bring home pieces etched with nature-inspired northern motifs (such as caribou, loons or the aurora borealis), or enroll in the popular two-hour workshop to design your own.

3510 McDonald Dr., Yellowknife 867-669-7654 oldtownglassworks.com

Bijou Boutique

For curated home accessories

This downtown fashion and home-decor boutique specializes in the cute and nifty. Expect natural bath and body products, scented soy-wax candles and decorative pillows and throws – everything you’d need for a cozy night in.

5004 50th Ave., Yellowknife 867-766-2456 facebook.com/bijouboutique.yk
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Chateau Nova

For a contemporary retreat

Yellowknife’s newest hotel is ideally located near the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre and the Northwest Territories Legislative Assembly, and it’s a stone’s throw from downtown. After a day of exploring, unwind in the steam room and sauna or enjoy garlic shrimp and the daily drink special at the Quarry Restaurant and Lounge.

4571 48th St., Yellowknife 1-866-722-6682 novahotels.ca/chateau-nova-yellowknife/

Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham

For the ideal location

Located within walking distance to both downtown and historic Old Town, the Days Inn & Suites offers a comfortable stay in the heart of the city (and free shuttle service to and from Yellowknife Airport). The hotel’s spacious suites include a kitchenette and are perfect for families.

4401 50th Ave., Yellowknife 1-867-873-9700 wyndhamhotels.com

The Explorer Hotel

For the royal treatment

Yellowknife’s most notable hotel is fit for the royal family: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip, Prince Charles, and Prince William and Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge have all stayed here when visiting. The hotel boasts an impressive Indigenous art collection, a newly renovated gym and conference centre, a restaurant and the Trapline Lounge – a perfect place to unwind after a day of exploring.

4825 49th Ave., Yellowknife 1-800-661-0892 explorerhotel.ca

Mo’s Houseboat B&B

For a unique Northern experience

Owned by Yellowknife artist Monique Robert, Mo’s Houseboat B&B is an anchored home with two suites available to rent. In summer, Monique take you to your suite and provide you with a canoe, paddle and life jacket for the rest of your stay (yes, you will be canoeing back and forth to land). In winter, you can simply walk or drive and park on the frozen lake.

Yellowknife Bay 867-445-6363 moshouseboatbnb.com
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Info about getting from the airport, public transportation and more.

Getting from the Airport

Most of the hotels in town use the same shuttle service departing outside the terminal. The Chateau Nova Yellowknife hotel offers a separate shuttle service (look for a dark red bus). A 15-minute taxi ride from the airport to downtown Yellowknife costs about $15 to $20.

Public Transportation

Yellowknife Transit has three bus routes that serve Old Airport Road, downtown, the Range Lake community and Old Town. Buses operate from 6:55 a.m. to 7:25 p.m., Monday to Saturday. Note that all transit service shuts down on Sundays and on holidays. One ticket costs $3.

Taxis

City Cab operates 24 hours a day. A taxi from downtown to Old Town costs about $11 and is best hailed by downloading the OneLocal app.

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Weather in Yellowknife

Monday moderate rain
4°C Jun 01, 2020
Tuesday light rain
4°C Jun 02, 2020
Wednesday broken clouds
5°C Jun 03, 2020
Thursday scattered clouds
8°C Jun 04, 2020
Friday sky is clear
9°C Jun 05, 2020
Saturday sky is clear
13°C Jun 06, 2020
Sunday sky is clear
11°C Jun 07, 2020
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Book today for the lowest fares to Yellowknife

FromToDepartureFare TypePrice

Vancouver (YVR)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Sep 09, 2020

One-way/Economy
CAD218*
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Toronto (YYZ)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Dec 10, 2020

One-way/Economy
CAD291*
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Calgary (YYC)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Apr 08, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD276*
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Montreal (YUL)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Apr 10, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD389*
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Edmonton (YEG)

Yellowknife (YZF)

May 05, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD243*
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Halifax (YHZ)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Nov 22, 2020

One-way/Economy
CAD333*
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Ottawa (YOW)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Apr 10, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD370*
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Kelowna (YLW)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Apr 17, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD278*
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Victoria (YYJ)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Apr 10, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD278*
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Nanaimo (YCD)

Yellowknife (YZF)

Apr 08, 2021

One-way/Economy
CAD276*
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