Welcome to Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre; the gateway into Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Heritage. Exhibits, tours, films, cultural activities, performances, events and unique gift shop. Open May to September.
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The Dawson City Museum is home to three narrow-gauge locomotives as well as the fully restored Porter Saddle Tank Engine that document the brief but remarkable story of the Klondike Mines Railway. The railway once linked Dawson City to the goldfields with 31 miles of track that extended all the way to the summit of King Solomon’s Dome.
A variety of programs are available for our visitors. Experience the law prior to the arrival of the North-West Mounted Police. Discover for yourself what it takes to be a Stampeder. Try your hand at the rockerbox and prepare to be amazed at the gold pouring demonstration.
The browser and serious researcher alike will enjoy pouring over the materials in the Museum’s Klondike History Library. Does your family lore have a relative who participated in the Stampede of ’98? Did they perhaps climb the Chilkoot? Let us help you find out.
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Visit Canada's first casino, with three different high energy shows nightly. Try your hand at blackjack, Roulette, Slots and Poker. Open daily May to September and Select weekends throughout the year.
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Walk the 1.5 km/ 1 mile interpretive trail alongside Bonanza Creek where the Klondike Gold Rush started.
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Dredge No. 4 is a massive machine that was used to mine gold on the Klondike creeks. This National Historic Site is located 12.3 km/ 7.8 miles up the Bonanza Creek road.
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Free gold panning! Keep all the gold you find, hand tools only. Bring your own gold pan or rent from locations in Dawson City. Located 16 km up Bonanza Road, past Dredge No. 4. Look for #6 Claim Post.
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Cabin where the famous American author lived during the Klondike Gold Rush. His works include Call of the Wild and White Fang. Daily tours and presentations. Open mid-May to mid-September.
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Tour Dawson City's historic buildings with a costumed guide or take an audio tour on your own. Information can be found at the Visitor Information Centre.
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Come on an evening cruise including dinner and a cash bar. You will see a variety of attractions on this 2-hour narrated cruise. Get your tickets at the front desk at Triple J Hotel. Group bookings welcome.
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Explore the freight and observation decks of this mighty little sternwheeler. The National Historic Site is open throughout the season for you to experience on your own or with a knowledgeable guide. Located on Front Street on the bank of the Yukon River.