Shopping Unique gifts that range from mukluks to gold nuggets can be found in the stores and shops in Whitehorse a short description is given of some of the best
places to shop. Remember, if you are an American visitor your money goes further in Canada, due to the exchange difference of the dollar. There is a Fair Exchange program that was started by the Chamber of
Commerce to ensure visitors get Fair exchange when buying with US dollars. Participating merchants have a Fair Exchange decal displayed in their place of business.
Log Skyscraper Trading
Post 210 Lambert St. 867-633-2118 is a unique collection
of gifts and cards mostly with a northern theme. Stop in and enjoy
a very original gift shop with "lots of neat stuff" in
one of Whitehorses' heritage buildings. See the lisitng in Whitehorse Things to Do.
Mac's Fireweed,867-668-2434 or toll
free 1-800-661-0508, 203 Main Street has a large selection of northern
books and Yukon souvenirs.
Three Beans Natural Foods your organic
grocer, produce, bulk foods, hikers supplies, herbs, vitamins &
homeopathic remedies. 308 Wood St. 867-668-4908 Open Monday to Saturday
9 to 6.
Well-Read Books 4194-B 4th Avenue;
867-393-2987. Yukons used book haven.
Zacks on the corner of 2nd and
Hawkins, 867-393-2614. New & used books, CDs.
Northend
Gallery features art created in Canada's "North End".
Original works, Inuit sculpture, First Nation masks, and made in
Yukon crafts.
There is also a wide selection of Yukon and illustrated children's
books. Located on First Avenue
across from the MacBride Museum - at the North end of Horwood's
Mall.
Dining
Midnight Sun Coffee Roaster is
a retail/wholesale outlet for fresh-roasted coffees as well
as a casual, comfortable Espresso Bar. Located at Hougen's Centre
on Main St. 867-633-4563.
Sam ‘N Andy’s Tex-Mex Bar & Grill,
506 Main Street. Fine Mexican food, fully licensed, enjoy their
daily specials on the outdoor patio. Winner of the 2007 "Yukon Patio Contest." Kids of all ages will enjoy
their dining experience. Reservations welcome. 867-668-6994.