- Our list of the best things to do in Dawson, Yukon, features the top 10 nearby activities — including 6 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Dawson, Yukon has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Sights & Landmarks, Adventures, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
- The results below include the top 10 things to do within the city of Dawson, Yukon
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Tombstone Territorial Park is located in a remote part of the Yukon wilderness. Experienced and adventurous visitors plan for difficult hikes and camping as the park is made up of breathtaking, yet jagged peaks, artic tundra landscapes and abundant wildlife.
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Dawson City Museum is located in a restored territorial building. Visitors learn the history of Dawson, the Gold Rush and the Klondike region from staff dressed in period costume, viewing displays, exhibits and research library.
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Remembering the 1896 Gold Rush is the Klondike National Historic Site. Visitors tour and learn about the history of Klondike and Yukon river transportation through architecture, artifacts and video given by staff in period costume.
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Robert Service Cabin is now restored and a historic site of the great writer and author of poetry, Robert Service. Visitors can hear readings and view the writer's cabin as it was including writing desk, materials, tools, lamps, and bed.
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Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall features adult entertainment. Gamble at the various tables and slot machines, enjoy the risqu_ Cancan shows, and singer Diamond Tooth Gertie and dancers the Gold Rush Gals.
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Originally built in 1889, the Palace Grand Theatre was reconstructed by Canada Parks in the 1960's. Visitors are treated to theatre re-enactments by local actors and artists as well as tours of the theatre.
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Claim 33 Gold Panning is open May - September. Families and groups tour the museum, learn the tools and techniques for gold panning and try for themselves.
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The Jack London Museum is a must see for writing enthusiasts. Visitors take a tour of the famous author's restored home and view original documents, photos and artifacts.
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During the start of the 1986 gold rush, Bonanza Creek became a hotspot. Today, visitors drive along the scenic road where panning and mining gold rush took place and learn from signs, markers and view points along the route.