Top things to see and do in Yellowknife

Northern delights await your arrival in this friendly city.

Parks of the Northwest Territories

Visitors to the Northwest Territories are often surprised at the diversity of the region’s extensive parks and the natural beauty of this expansive area.

Traditional crafts of the Dehcho region

Using the materials of the forest and time-honoured methods while incorporating modern resources, artisans of the Dehcho region create traditional crafts that are both useful and decorative. 

Fort Providence: It’s a natural

Beautiful scenery, raging waterfalls, interesting wildlife, colourful history and a wide range of outdoor activities make Fort Providence a popular destination for many travellers.

The essence of Yellowknife

Feel the pulse of Yellowknife in historic Old Town or at the Prince of Wales Northern Heritage Centre.

The heart of Fort Simpson

Fort Simpson is an Arctic community that boasts excellent displays of the aurora borealis, among other wonders. Fort Simpson is also the place from which visitors can access Nahanni National Park Reserve.

Highlights of Fort Simpson

The Dene people were the original inhabitants of what is now Fort Simpson, and they refer to the area as Liidli Kue—the place where two rivers meet.

Down to a science

Carol and Gary Mathers met when they were in secondary school, they have been together for 43 years and RVing for 18.