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21 unique things to do in iqaluit, nunavut + the ultimate iqaluit travel guide.

For a city of just 8,000 people, Iqaluit really punches above its weight. When I first moved to Nunavut’s capital city, I was painfully lonely . But once I started making friends and getting out of the house more, I really fell in love with it. I was surprised to find there are a ton of things to do in Iqaluit, whether you’re visiting as a tourist or moving there yourself.

In the following post, I’ll go over 21 of the unique things to do in Iqaluit – activities and sights that you’re unlikely to be able to do in any other Canadian city. From snowmobiling to dog sledding, kayaking on the Arctic Ocean to hiking over tundra, catching a bite to eat or attending a festival, you’re sure to find enough activities to fill your itinerary.

In addition to the specific activities, I’ve also included all the information I think you’d need to plan your trip: how to get to Iqaluit, where to stay, how to get around, the best time of year and more. This is a BIG post, so use the table of contents below to jump to exact information you’re interested in.

My experience in Iqaluit : Part of the inspiration for writing this post came from reading other “things to do in Iqaluit” posts I found on Google – it was obvious they were written by people who hadn’t lived in (or even been to) Iqaluit themselves. I’ve made two trips to Iqaluit: one where I lived there for four months supporting tours for guests (potentially you!) and another as a tourist myself. So know these recommendations come from a place of experience!

Map of Things to do in Iqaluit

All of the activities listed in the blog post can be found on the following map. In addition, I’ve included the airport, hotels, grocery stores and other points of interest. Iqaluit is a pretty small place, so most things can be accessed on foot. Otherwise, all taxis in the city are $7 per person, regardless of where in the city you are going (and this includes the town of Apex as well).

When to Visit & How Long to Stay

When you visit depends on what activities you want to do, and I go into extreme detail about Nunavut in each month of the year in this post . Long story short is:

Winter Activities : Mid-February through April. At this time of year, the days will be long (over 12 hours) the bay will still be frozen (needed for snowmobiling) and it’s possible to see the northern lights.

Summer Activities : August through October. At this time of year, the tundra will be starting to change colour, the days will be getting shorter (but still over 12 hours) and there will be the possibility of seeing northern lights.

If you want to experience the peak of the midnight sun, May through July is the best time to visit. However, this limits the amount of activities you can do. In June and sometimes July, the bay won’t be frozen enough for snowmobiling, but will still be too frozen for kayaking.

Another consideration to keep in mind is whether you want to visit a festival. Further in this post I’ve written about Alainait (an awesome cultural festival in June) and Toonik Tyme (the welcoming of Spring, in April), either of which you could plan your trip around.

I think four days is the perfect amount of time to spend in Iqaluit . Three days would be enough time to do most of the activities on this list, however weather in the arctic can be temperamental, so I think it’s best to have the buffer of an extra day.

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How to Get to Iqaluit

One of the first questions I’m asked whenever I tell people I lived in Iqaluit is “How do you even get there?” (quickly followed by “Isn’t it super expensive though?”).

First of all, it’s actually pretty easy to get to Iqaluit – there are direct flights from both Ottawa and Montreal by Canadian North. Both flights are around four hours. (If you want more details on getting to Iqaluit or travelling within Nunavut, check out this post ).

The flights actually are quite expensive. Last I checked, the flight between Ottawa and Iqaluit was ~$750, but you can check the latest using the form below.

In my post How to Visit Nunavut on the Cheap , I have some tips on saving money – including how to score tickets for just under $250. (Hint: It involves Aeroplan.)

Where to Stay in Iqaluit

There are four major hotels in Iqaluit plus a handful of Airbnbs. I haven’t stayed at any of these hotels myself (I was in the house when I lived in Iqaluit). However the guests I guided did, and they were always keen to offer their feedback. I’ve actually written an entire blog post with recommendations for where to stay in Iqaluit , but I’ve summarized all the info below.

Frobisher Inn  – Also known as the Frobe, this is a large hotel in the center of the city. The feedback I got from guests included:

• Good location in the city
• The rooms are nice and comfortable
• Food options right at the hotel
• Overall pleasant experience

The Discovery Lodge Hotel  – The boutique hotel. Arguably the nicest hotel (when Leonardo DiCaprio came to Iqaluit this is the hotel he stayed in). Feedback:

• Smallest hotel, nicest rooms
• Not as great of a location (slightly outside the downtown core, however Iqaluit is so small it doesn’t make a big difference)
• Really good restaurant

Capital Suites   – In all honestly I haven’t heard much about Capital Suites (we didn’t often book guests at this hotel) so I don’t have feedback on this hotel. Sorry!

Bed & Breakfast

Accommodations By The Sea  – Cute bed & breakfast outside of city center with great views of the Bay.

• Small B&B with fewer guests and great hosts
• Better prices for what you get
• Breakfast provided, no other food options nearby
• Great views of Frobisher Bay

Airbnb  – There are also a few Airbnb options in Iqaluit. These are limited and you definitely need to book well in advance. An Airbnb won’t be much cheaper than a hotel, but you will get access to a kitchen which will save you money eating out.

From conversations I had with guests, it seemed   Accommodations By The Sea  is the best option for accommodation in Iqaluit , followed by The Discovery Lodge Hotel  in second. Next time I’m in Iqaluit, I’ll try staying at some of these so I can give you additional first hand information!

What to Read Next: The Ultimate Nunavut Travel Guide

Winter Activities

The following activities are things you can do in Iqaluit during the winter.

Snowmobiling   

Snowmobiling is one of my all-time favourite things to do in Iqaluit. First of all, because I love zipping over the frozen sea ice at 50 km/h. But also because the sea ice has some really cool features you won’t notice unless you’re on it for some time.

For starters, did you know that Frobisher Bay has the second highest tides in the world? It’s hard to notice this in the winter, because the ocean is covered in a thick layer of sea ice. However, when you leave town and spend some time on the sea ice, the height of the tides because much more apparent. When the tide is in, the sea ice is flush with the surrounding landscape. But when the tide is out, the sea ice falls with it, leaving the impression of ice cliffs around the perimeter of the bay.

The second cool feature of sea ice is the polenya – essentially a patch of sea ice that never freezes and remains open water year round. This makes for a really beautiful sight, and you can sometimes see birds and other wildlife here.

You can read more about my experience on a guided snowmobiling trip here.

Ice Fishing

Join a local guide for a trip out on the sea ice. You’ll travel over sea ice on snowmobile to come to a secret fishing spot. With the hole drilled and the rod in hand, you can try your hand at catching Arctic Char. I’ve never had lunch catching Arctic Char myself, but I always enjoy the excuse to get out on a snowmobile – and hey, maybe you’re skills are better than mine!

Dog Sledding   

Another winter activity that gets you out on the land is dog sledding. Dog sledding is the traditional transportation method for Inuit, and there are a handful of people who still dog sled today. I had a great time petting the dogs, riding behind them and feeding them. You can read more about the experience here .

Although, if you had to choose between snowmobiling and dog sledding, personally, I would choose snowmobiling.

Backcountry Skiing and Snowshoeing

If you want to get out on the snowy tundra in a slower way, you can join a guided skiing or snowshoeing trip. The gradual slopes of the tundra hills lends itself nicely to beginner skiers / snowshoers.

Northern Lights

Iqaluit is a good geographical position for hosting the northern lights, and if you visit between late September and early April, you have a good chance of seeing them yourself. (Check out this post on how to photograph the northern lights .)

If the northern lights is the primary reason for your visit to Iqaluit, then I’d recommend joining Arctic Kingdom’s Northern Lights trip which, among other things, includes a town tour and a northern lights photography workshop.

Summer Activities

The following activities are possible in Iqaluit’s summer months. If this is what you’re interested in doing, I think August / September would be the best time to visit Iqaluit.

Hiking on the Tundra

Here’s a fun fact for you about Iqaluit and, more broadly, Baffin Island. Despite being so far north, Baffin Island is still a part of the ancient Canadian Shield, a geography of exposed Precambrian igneous and high-grade metamorphic rock. Specifically, Baffin Island has some of the oldest rocks in the world. The oldest fossil was uncovered by scientists on Baffin Island – a species of red algae.

Unlike in the south, where ample vegetation can grow on the Canadian Shield, Baffin Island lies above the tree line. So instead of towering pine trees, the land has various mosses, lichens, berry patches and other low-lying fauna. Hiking on the tundra is unlike hiking anywhere else!

Hiking in and around Iqaluit is typically suitable for all levels of hikers. One benefit to the vast and sprawling tundra is a lack of elevation gain, so for the most part, you don’t have to worry about any steep inclines or declines.

This trail connects Iqaluit with its nearest town, Apex. The trial takes a little over an hour to complete and will take you by the historic Hudson Bay Buildings. There’s a big hill you can climb at the end, which will provide additional views of the bay.

Note : The Apex Trail starts next to a cemetery (see below). Please be respectful when walking around the cemetery.

Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park

On this hike, follow a trail along the Sylvia Grinnell River, a bright blue glacially-fed river. From the parking lot, it’s a quick climb to a lookout deck. Then head down to the river and wander. There are a few points in the trail where you can climb up to higher ground for another vantage point.

This trail leaves Apex and goes toward Ward Inlet. Since you’ll be out on the tundra and outside of town, I recommend hiring a guide for this one. It’s easy to get turned around on the tundra (or, in very, very rare instances, encounter wild animals).

Sea Kayaking on Frobisher Bay

Once large pockets of Frobisher Bay are free of sea ice, it’s a great time to go kayaking. You’ll need to join a trip with an outfitter and get you suited up with dry suit, paddle and kayak, and then lead you on a guided tour of the bay. In addition to kayaking being a blast, I think this is a great way to see Iqaluit from another angle.

Canoeing on Sylvia Grinnell River

I’ve actually never done this myself, which is surprising because my two favourite things are canoeing and the arctic… and this activity has both! There is an option for a two hour hike along the Sylvia Grinnell River and then takes them down the river in canoes. This sounds like the coolest thing! Hopefully on my next trip I can try this out and let you know how it goes.

All-Year Sights to See Around Iqaluit

The following places are sights you can visit in Iqaluit year round.

Historical & Cultural City Tour

The easiest way to see all of the sights listed below is to take a tour with Inukpak Outfitting or organize a trip package with Arctic Kingdom. At the bottom of this post there are links to the specific activities they offer.

Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre

Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre is a great place to start your trip in Iqaluit. It’s free to explore, you’ll learn a ton about the arctic and history of Inuit in the area, and will be able to get recommendations about additional things to do and see in Iqaluit.

Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum

Adjacent to the Visitor Centre is Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum, Nunavut’s sole museum. The exhibits promote local culture and history and showcase art from Inuit artists. There are three sections to the museum. The far room on the right has the most beautiful photos illustrating modern Inuit life. On the left, there is traditional hunting gear and clothing, plus you can watch short video clips created by students in other Nunavut communities.

Hudson Bay Buildings

Even if you don’t do the Apex trail hike listed above, you can still visit the Hudson Bay Buildings. In the town of Apex, a few minute’s drive from Iqaluit, you can drive right up to them. The buildings were moved frequently between 1914 and 1943, until they eventually found their home in Apex. Today the buildings are boarded up, however you can see them from the outside.

Distant Early Warning Line

Iqaluit was home to a US military base after World War II. Built in the 1950s, the Distant Early Warning Line (commonly referred to as the DEW Line) was a radar system aimed at detecting a Russian air attack before it reached the United States. The system has long been dismantled, however it is still possible to drive up to it. From here you get an awesome view of Iqaluit and Frobisher Bay.

Legislative Assembly of Nunavut

The land that is currently Nunavut was once part of The Northwest Territories. However, the people of what is now Nunavut desired their own territory – to govern themselves in a way more closely tied to their culture, including the use of Inuktitut as an official government language.

It took three decades of hard work, but in 1999 Nunavut became a separate territory and Iqaluit became Canada’s newest capital city. On a tour of the Legislative Assembly, you’ll learn more about the formation of Nunavut and what makes the governing system here so unique. Call in advance to schedule a tour .

The Road to Nowhere

A drive down the Road To Nowhere literally takes you nowhere – it’s just a road that stretches out into the tundra for couple minutes and abruptly stops. I’ve started some hikes from there and have gone ATV-ing in the area, but for the most part, it’s just wide open tundra. That said, you get to say you’ve been down The Road To Nowhere, which in and of itself, sounds pretty cool.

Annual Festivals

Toonik tyme.

Toonik Tyme is a 10 day festival in April each year to celebrate the arrival of spring. Started in 1965, Toonik Tyme is a celebration of Inuit culture: the festival features traditional Inuit games, throat singing, dancing, a feast and more. It’s a way to keep the culture thriving and the community close. I haven’t been in Iqaluit to attend Toonik Tyme yet, but I’m planning my next trip to Iqaluit around it.

Alainait Arts Festival

The Alainait Arts Festival is an insanely cool music festival hosted in Iqaluit that brings together artists from across the arctic. This was actually the first music festival I ever attended and, boy did it set high expectations! There were musicians, dancers and other entertainment acts from across Nunavut, the other territories, Labrador and even Greenland. Hosted in late June when the midnight sun is at it’s highest, Alainait Arts Festival is reason alone to visit Iqaluit in June.

Food Joints

NuBrew is a new-ish microbrewery in Iqaluit. It holds the title of Canada’s most northernly microbrewery and is a great place to meet friends over a pint. They also host live music, trivia nights and other events at the brewery.

Black Heart Cafe

This is an absolutely excellent cafe in Iqaluit. They have, what I believe to be, the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had. They put a hash brown INSIDE the breakfast sandwich! Why doesn’t everyone do this?!? Pair it with a handcrafted vanilla latte and you’re in for a great meal.

Storehouse Bar & Grill

This is my favourite place to grab a drink and play a game of pool. It’s located on the main floor of the Frobisher Inn. They do an awesome hamburger and have a great selection of beers / ciders (considering you’re in the arctic, that is).

Tip for ordering drinks : You know how you normally head to the bar and semi-elbow your way to the front to order a drink? Yeah, people don’t do that here. There’s actually a line that forms from the bar and people wait a moment for their turn to order a drink.

Nunavut Country Food

This is where you can pick up delicious frozen Smoked Arctic Char to take home with you. It’s great as a fancy substitute to smoked salmon on bagels with cream cheese, or in rice paper spring rolls.

Tour Operators in Iqaluit

There are two primary tour operators in Iqaluit, both of which I have experienced personally.

Arctic Kingdom

First of all, there is Arctic Kingdom (the guiding company I worked with when I was living in Iqaluit). They offer two trip packages, which is perfect if you want to have the majority of your trip organized for you in advance. Both trip packages include all activities, hotel stays and round-trip airfare from Ottawa to Iqaluit . Arctic Kingdom has negotiated a special rate for airfare, so save money when you book everything through them.

• Taste of the Arctic Summer : This package includes hiking, kayaking, and a town tour.
• Northern Lights : This package includes a town tour, winter hiking, and a northern lights photo workshop.

Inukpak Outfitting

Second, there is Inukpak Outfitting , which is a better option if you want to book specific activities rather than your entire trip. Also, they are the only outfitter that offers snowmobiling, dog sledding and skiing / snowshoeing.

Additional Resources

I hope this has been helping in planning your trip to Iqaluit (or showing you why you should take a trip here). Before I sign off, here are a few additional posts I’ve written to give you even more information about traveling to Iqaluit.

• How to Visit Nunavut on the Cheap
• The Ultimate Nunavut Travel Guide
• Snowmobiling over Arctic Ocean & Frozen Tundra in Nunavut
• Hotels in Iqaluit, Nunavut: Where to Stay on your Arctic Getaway
• Living in Iqaluit and overcoming loneliness as blinding as the blizzards

What to Read Next: How to get to Nunavut, Canada’s Seemingly Inaccessible Territory

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Hi Mikaela. Your blog was awesome. We just started looking into visiting your area. Arctic Kingdom isn’t open on the weekends so we will talk to them on Monday. We are interested in dog sledding snowmobiling, narwhals and polar bears. Thanks for the overview. Very informative.

Hey Nancy! You’re very welcome! I hope you’ll be able to do a narwhal or polar bear trip – they are truly once-in-a-lifetime activities! You can do a few days in Iqaluit either at the start or the end of an arctic safari, where you’ll be able to go snowmobiling and dog sledding. Have a great trip!

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• City of Iqaluit - (867) 979 - 5600

Whether you are coming for business or pleasure, Iqaluit has lots to offer when you visit! 

If you love the outdoors, you will fall in love with our city for its year round activities. Frobisher Bay is a great kite-skiing destination in the winter, as well as a snowmobilers playground. In the spring and summer, fishing, kayaking, boating and even diving are all activities that will make your trip a memorable one. Our licensed outfitters can help you plan a day trip, a town tour, or even a camping adventure. 

If you'd prefer to explore some of our highlights on your own, here are the attractions not to miss:

Traditionally known as "Niaqunngut", Apex is part of Iqaluit and located approximately  five kilometres from the core of the city. The view from Apex is stunning as it is surrounded by hills and water. The beachfront in Apex offers you an opportunity to dip your toes into Frobisher Bay and pose in front of decades-old Hudson Bay buildings.  You can get to Apex by taxi, but the approximately 40-minute walk along the trail from Iqaluit is a hike you won't soon forget. 

Legislative Assembly

The home of the territory's government, the Legislative Assembly of Nunavut features a beautiful chambers that has worked traditional elements such as sealskin into the modern design. Look for unique features that show how proud we are of our traditional Inuit culture, including doorframes that look like qamutik rails and an iglu-inspired construction. 

Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum

The museum is housed inside a former Hudson Bay Company building and showcases examples of traditional Inuit tools, clothing and artifacts, along with being the place to showcase artwork in the gallery. The prints displayed in the museum change frequently, so be sure to check this out each visit. There is a gift shop that offers unique carvings, clothing and jewellery. If time allows, be sure to check out the binders full of old photographs upstairs, which offer insight into early Iqaluit. 

Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre

As soon as you enter the visitor centre, you'll be impressed by the beautiful carving of a drum dancer that takes centre stage in the lobby. This is the first stop you should make to help you book trips with outfitters offering dog sledding, boating and other activities. 

The Road to Nowhere

Every city has its most famous road and ours is the Road to Nowhere. Most tourists want a picture under the road sign. If you'd like to actually experience the Road to Nowhere, you can hike or walk it year-round, ski it in the winter or drive in the summer. This scenic route will take you just outside of town on a winding road that goes by lakes, rolling hills and tundra until it eventually ends, in the middle of nowhere! 

Toonik Tyme Festival

Iqaluit's celebration of spring is held every April. Toonik Tyme is a unique showcase of traditional Inuit games and activities such as iglu building and seal skinning combined with musical performances, scavenger hunts and ice golf.

Alianait Arts Festival

The coolest music festival North of 60 takes place in late June and runs into early July. For several days, the Big Top Tent dominates downtown Iqaluit as visitors and residents alike take in performances that feature not only Nunavut artists, but performers from around the world. Music, theatre, circus acts, storytelling and visual art are all featured. Throughout the year, Alianait also presents a concert series that features well-known and unique acts in the intimate concert environment Iqaluit can offer.

Qaummaarviit Territorial Historic Park

Ideal for a day trip, this small rock island offers a unique look through archaeological artifacts into the Thule culture that shows how adaptable they were. Contact one of our local outfitting businesses to arrange a trip to this spectacular place that means "the place that shines" in Inuktitut.

Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park

Situated within the city limits, Sylvia Grinnell is a popular picnic, hiking and fishing spot. The pavilion located in the park can be rented for special events and features a BBQ and wood stove. Deeper into the park are fire and BBQ pits located on the river's edge, which make it a popular spot in the summer for family gatherings. You cannot leave Iqaluit without knowing the answer to "Who was Sylvia Grinnell?" In 1861, American explorer Charles Francis Hall named the river that runs through the park after the daughter of his benefactor, Henry Grinnell, who was a good friend of Lady Jane Franklin, the woman who sponsored Hall to search for the lost 1845 John Franklin expedition. Hall camped here in 1861 and named also named the inlet where the river empties after his guide, Koojesse.

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Nunavut is Canada's youngest and most sprawling territory. Covering more than one-fifth of Canada's landmass, Nunavut is home to just 38.000 people, making it one of the least densely populated territories on Earth.

Nunavut encompasses the Arctic Archipelago, a series of large islands that stretch from mainland Canada all the way to the north pole.

If you're looking for an off-the-beaten-path destination, you can’t do much better than Nunavut.

Although a visit to the far reaches of the Arctic can be prohibitively expensive, a trip to Iqaluit, Nunavut’s capital city, is much more feasible and budget-friendly.

For a fraction of the cost, you'll be able to kayak on the Arctic Ocean, snowmobile over sea ice, catch the Northern Lights, hike over the tundra, and much more.

The stunning scenery and many fun things to do in Iqaluit make it the perfect remote getaway.

Things to do in Iqaluit

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Welcome to Iqaluit, Nunavut

Nunavut is one of my favorite destinations I’ve ever been to. I love the sprawling tundra, hiking under the midnight sun, and watching icebergs float along in the Arctic Ocean.

I spent four months living in Iqaluit. Despite being the capital city of Nunavut, the Iqaluit population is just under 8000 people!

I worked in Iqaluit as a guide and supported town tours, as well as hiking and kayaking trips.

Since then, I have returned to Iqaluit as a tourist myself as I couldn't stay away from this wonderful small town in Canada .

In this post, I will go over how to get to Iqaluit, the best time to visit, where to stay, what to do, and more. I’ll also provide a few tips to ensure you have the best experience possible.

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How to get to Iqaluit

A big misconception is that getting to Iqaluit is difficult. It is quite expensive, yes, but not difficult. There’s a direct flight from both Ottawa and Montreal to Iqaluit, both take less than 4 hours.

You can either book through Canadian North or by calling Aeroplan. If you are booking by Aeroplan, you will need to call well in advance.

For reference, when I was booking my most recent trip, I called in November to book flights for March (read about lots of money-saving tips in my How to visit Nunavut on the cheap post).

What is the best time to visit Nunavut?

The best time to visit Iqaluit depends on what it is you want to do. For winter activities, mid-February through April is an excellent time to visit.

The days are getting longer, it’s cold but not freezing, and the bay is still frozen so you can go snowmobiling.

May and June are the shoulder season and not the best time to travel to Iqaluit. The ice on the bay is starting to melt (meaning snowmobiling might not be possible) but it isn’t yet time for kayaking on open water.

July can be a little temperamental too, and supposedly has the most mosquitoes (my personal experience definitely confirms this).

So for summer activities, August to early October is perfect. The bay will surely be unfrozen; the days are still reasonably long. Plus, the tundra will start to turn red and orange with the changing seasons, and as autumn gets nearer it will start getting dark enough to see the magical northern lights.

Finally, I don't recommend visiting Nunavut from mid-October through early February . During this time, the days are short and dark, and it's incredibly cold. Furthermore, a lot of the activities you'd want to do in Iqaluit will not be available during these months.

So to summarize, the best time to visit Iqaluit is either between mid-February and April or between August and early October .

How long to spend in Iqaluit

While I personally spent several months working in Iqaluit, for an Iqaluit tourism trip I think four full days is enough time.

You will have time to see everything Iqaluit has to offer and leave yourself a bit of a buffer for incremental weather.

Where to stay in Iqaluit

There aren’t really any options for budget accommodation in Iqaluit unfortunately. However, hotel prices are fairly comparable to what you’d see in the south.

Your best bet is to stay at one of the hotels in town, I recommend The Frobisher Inn .

Insider advice: note that food is expensive in Iqaluit so if you can find accommodation where you're able to cook your own meals that's a huge plus if you’re looking to save money.

What to do in Iqaluit

The majority of the activities in Iqaluit, and the ones I’ve mentioned so far, are things that get you out on the land. These activities will require you to hire a guide or go with an outfitter.

However, there are a number of other activities you can do that don't involve being outside, such as visiting the museum or getting a nice meal.

Summer outdoor activities in Iqaluit

There are two great hikes in Iqaluit that I personally love. The first is the Apex Trail, which traces the coastline from Iqaluit to the small community of Apex.

Along the trail, you’ll pass the Hudson Bay Buildings and at the end, there’s a big hill to climb for great views of the bay (pictured above).

I also recommend checking out Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park. The walk along the Sylvia Grinnell River is beautiful, and there is a viewing platform at the start of the trail with great views of the river.

Because it’s the arctic and there is always a chance of getting lost on the tundra, visitors are advised to hire a local guide if they want to hike outside of town.

You will have a much better experience knowing you’re safe. What's more, you’ll learn a ton more with a knowledgeable guide than you would on your own.

Local outfitters can take you kayaking on Frobisher Bay, definitely one of the best places to kayak in Canada ! This is a really nice way to see Iqaluit from a different perspective.

Although you’re not kayaking next to colossal icebergs, it’s still possible there will be leftover ice chunks floating in the water, which can be pretty cool. If you are lucky, there may even be a coast guard ship in the bay.

Iqaluit activities in winter

Snowmobiling.

This is one of my favorite activities to do in Iqaluit. Zipping across the frozen Arctic Ocean at 50 km/h, checking out ice cliffs, and patches of open water.

With this activity, you’ll have the option to either go over the tundra or out to the polynia, a permanently open body of water surrounded by sea ice. Definitely choose the polynia, it’s very beautiful (pictured above).

Dog sledding

Sit on a Qamutik (Inuit sled) and be pulled by a team of sled dogs. You’ll have plenty of time to pet and socialize with the dogs, and may get to help with feeding afterward.

I loved this activity because I love sled dogs, but the tour itself is slower than snowmobiling (understandable as dogs don’t run as fast as a motorized snowmobile) so if adrenaline is what you’re after, go with snowmobiling.

See the Northern Lights  in Nunavut

There are excellent northern lights viewing opportunities in Iqaluit! This is partly due to its latitude, it’s located right under the Aurora Belt, and partly because the city of Iqaluit is quite small and therefore there isn't a lot of light pollution.

I’d recommend going with a guide for this, they can drive you out of town to the best Northern Lights viewing spots.

Other Iqaluit attractions and places to visit

In addition to the myriad of outdoor activities, there are plenty of other Iqaluit too. There are a few places around town to visit:

• Visitor’s Centre : located in downtown Iqaluit, this is a great place to go first. Here you can get all the information you need to make the most of your time in Iqaluit, learn about special events that may take place during your visit, and ask about trail conditions (and more).
• Art Museum : Here you can learn about Nunavut, and Inuit culture and buy some art.
• Legislative Assembly : If you call in advance you can take a tour.
• DEW Line : This decommissioned radar system sits at the highest point in the area. Hop in a taxi to get here and enjoy a great view of Iqaluit and Frobisher Bay.

Where to eat in Iqaluit, Nunavut

Here are some of my favorite places to eat and drink in Iqaluit.

• Black Heart Cafe : specialty lattes and perhaps the best breakfast sandwich I’ve ever had, this place is an absolute must.
• Storehouse Bar : this is my favorite place to grab a drink and play a round of pool.
• NuBrew : Nunavut’s only brewery, and from my knowledge, Canada’s most northerly brewery!
• Discovery Lodge : the restaurant in the lodge is pricey, but has really good food.
• Country Food Market : pick up some frozen smoked Arctic Char and bring it home with you. I brought a few home with me and my family had it on bagels with cream cheese (like lox but arctic style!).

Final tips for visiting Iqaluit

Finally, I'd like to provide you with some tips for planning your trip to Iqaluit to ensure you have the best experience possible.

• Book everything far in advance: this is especially true for flights to Iqaluit. There aren’t any last-minute bargains, so don’t hold off on booking. If anything, they just get more expensive.
• Dress for warm weather, any time of year : even in the summer, Iqaluit can get chilly. Make sure you dress in layers , bring a waterproof coat and hiking boots or snow boots .
• You don’t need to rent a car : I don’t even think you can rent a car in Iqaluit, Taxis are widely available (and cost $8 per person, regardless of where you’re going) and most sights in the main part of the city are within walking distance.
• Bring a wide-angle lens : if you’re a photography enthusiast, bring a good camera and a wide-angle lens that will help you capture this expansive landscape!

Iqaluit things to do and travel guide: in conclusion

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Top 10 Places in Iqaluit to Visit

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Try Arctic Kingdom’s Guide to Iqaluit through our Top 10 Places in Iqaluit to Visit!

We’ll discuss some of the fun food you can try, the cultural and historic sites, and the activities in winter and summer that make Iqaluit a secret gem for travellers. Iqaluit is a quick and comfortable flight from Ottawa and truly one of Canada’s top destinations to visit. Get to know the city of Iqaluit a little better and see some of the fun ways Arctic Kingdom packs our trips with bucket list activities!

The Four Corners

Would you believe that Iqaluit only had one 4-way stop? Well not quite, but it seems like it!

One way takes you towards the airport and government offices, one way up to the hospital and hotel, one way takes you towards the waterfront, and the other way takes you to shops and grocery stores. The stop signs feature three languages and it may form the only rush hour traffic in town.

The Sculptures

Some of the beautiful features are the sculptures you can find across the city.

Right at the Four Corners is a remarkable sculpture that commemorates Nunavut’s founding. It tells the story of the people and animals of the land; with muskox, walrus, and polar bears flanked by Inuit.

Thanks to the sculpting school nearby, the community hosts a number of beautiful works, like a parkette of sculptures and one depicting Sedna, the Sea Goddess that brings life.

The Road to Nowhere

They call it the Road to Nowhere, because it looks like an empty stretching expanse as you look out to rolling hills above the tree line. But really this is the trail to the north of Baffin Island and so the trail to a lot!

The historic route north never needed to be a road, even today the road ends soon outside of the city. Standing on the hill above Iqaluit you can look down on the colourful maritime city or follow a line inukshuk figures leading the way to other communities and hunting territories.

Considering that most people in town use ATVs in the summer and snowmobiles in the winter, the Road to Nowhere should really be called, the Trail Everywhere.

The NuBrew Co. Brewery

Come in and enjoy a mug of Nunavut’s finest and only craft brewery. Or as they say, “[they’re]  pleased to present Nunavut’s first locally produced beer in the world’s Coolest Capital.”

You can taste one of their flights, where you can test each one of their brews, from lager to IPA and a delicious porter. You may even be able to take a tour of the brewery and see how this delightful beverage is created before your eyes.

The Arctic Char Pizza

The Grind and Brew Cafe is a fantastic stop after an active day for something special on their menu, the Arctic char pizza!

It’s a delicious treat because arctic char is one of the most amazing features of the arctic. It tastes like salmon but a little less fishy and compliments the pizza ingredients beautifully.

It’s more than a great meal, it’s a local hangout. I remember hearing from a group of guests from a summer getaway, they were chatting with a local that eventually introduced himself to be the mayor of Iqaluit. Then, people started to mention that a polar bear had been spotted nearby. Polar bears are very rarely found near the city, but it was great for the guests to see the two main lines of communication in Iqaluit, word of mouth among friends and a Facebook page for the city of Iqaluit that is so frequently used it seems more like a thread among friends.

The Hudson’s Bay Co. Trading Post

An early sign of Iqaluit’s growth was when the Hudson’s Bay Company moved their trading post from another community and put it in Iqaluit.

At the time, Iqaluit was a military site, with an airbase and Cold War radar station. So the Hudson’s Bay Company wanted to take advantage of the local economy. They moved their post from Ward Inlet to the beach just on the eastern side of Iqaluit. A community started to form around the trading post and would form Apex, a part of the City of Iqaluit.

Today you can visit the site and see the classic rich white and red painted Hudson’s Bay Company buildings and you can easily imagine the beach bustling with activity. Take a hike along the Apex Trail that takes you along the shoreline.

The Tim Hortons

How could we have a list of city-stops in a Canadian capital without putting in a Tim Hortons? The thing that sets this one apart is that it was the world’s most northern Tim Hortons!

Since its opening in 2010, others have opened up in more northern communities like Pond Inlet, but this one is historic for being the first one in Nunavut.

It’s a busy place at almost all hours of the day, but where else can you get your double double ? Attached to the Northmart grocery store and across from the stunning St. Jude’s Anglican Cathedral, designed to look like a traditional igloo, is this fine establishment with all the fixings you’re used to finding.

The Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum & The Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre

Explore contemporary Inuit cultures and the history of local communities in this beautiful museum. The interior is designed as an art gallery that you can walk through with historic exhibits and community artworks.

This is a great place to purchase stunning soapstone carvings, crafts, jewelry, and gifts.

The Visitor Centre is a look into the history of the Inuit peoples and allows you to witness a glimpse into their past. Find exhibits that demonstrate seasonal life in an igloo or family and community life.

Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park

Did you know that the mouth of the Sylvia Grinnell River is believed to be the original summer fishing camp that led to the city of Iqaluit?

The Inuit lived nomadically following the seasonal animal cycles, and one of those was the fish run each year. Sylvia Grinnell River would teem with Arctic char and each summer, Inuit families would make camps along the river.

Iqaluit continued to grow, and the striking beauty of Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park remains eternal. Enjoy lunch in the sheltered pavilion overlooking the mouth of the river. Watch locals fishing or follow a trail on a hike.

Our Northern Lights Viewing Location

We’re excited to offer guided getaway tours to Iqaluit through the summer and the winter. Our summer trip takes you on tours of the city and offers outdoor activities like kayaking on Frobisher Bay and hiking through the striking landscapes. Have you ever paddled on the Arctic Ocean?

Our winter getaway takes you on town tours but focuses on opportunities to view the Northern Lights from a fantastic viewing location. Look out to breathtaking glittering northern lights from this sheltered location just outside of town so there are no light obstructions.

A northern lights photography workshop on the first night allows you to capture amazing memories of the aurora dancing above shifting colours of green, blue, and purple.

How Can I Visit Iqaluit?

Are you interested in visiting Canada’s newest capital city and capital of the North?

Our Taste of the Arctic Summer Getaway is a fantastic way to explore the culture, history, and outdoor activities that Iqaluit offers guests!

For more details on our Summer Getaway to Iqaluit, click here .

If you have the Northern Lights on your bucket list, then our Guided Northern Lights Getaway is one of the best ways to experience the aurora dancing and shine above. Don’t forget, our northern lights photography workshop helps you get even better photos of this galactic show!

For more details on our winter Getaway to Iqaluit, click here .

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Iqaluit, Nunavut: 7 WAYS TO EXPERIENCE Canada’s ARCTIC CULTURE

Ready for an obscure adventure from the depth of Arctic land? Nynavut is Canada’s sprawling northerly land where humans lived since 4500 years! Mikaela from Voyageur Tripper writes about this enthralling snow-land, its culture, way of life and other tourist attractions!

Few Canadians, let alone international travelers, could pinpoint Iqaluit, Nunavut on the map. As the capital city of Canada’s largest territory, Iqaluit is a gateway into the Eastern Arctic – a land of sprawling tundra, abundant wildlife and icebergs calving off ancient glaciers and floating by in the arctic ocean. For thousands of years this harsh environment has been home to Inuit, and their predecessors, the Thule and Dorset.

While a trip to the far reaches of the north tends to be prohibitively expensive, the adventurous soul will find plenty of cultural things to do in Iqaluit  – without breaking the bank. I spent a season leading hiking trips and supporting town tours in Iqaluit, and have guided travelers on all the activities listed below. I’ve since returned as a tourist myself. Once you’re ready to plan your trip, head over to my Ultimate Nunavut Travel Guide for tips on landing cheap flights, where to stay, additional things to do and more.

Also read: Planning a trip to Alaska

Experienced Untouched Cultural Gems of Iqaluit

Unikkaarvik visitor centre.

Start your trip at the Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre for a self-guided orientation of Nunavut. Here you’ll find information on the geography, the wildlife, and the people of Nunavut. The employees at the visitor centre are always incredibly friendly, so don’t hesitate to ask them questions.

Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum

Located right next to the Visitor Centre lies Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum , the only museum in Nunavut. The museum features exhibits promoting local culture, history and artists. In the room on the right, there are beautiful photos on the walls depicting Inuit life on the land. In the room on the left, you can see traditional hunting gear and winter clothing, and watch videos made by students from the smaller and remote communities.

Also read : Complete guide to explore the South Rim of Grand Canyon National Park

Distant Early Warning Line

Following WWII, Iqaluit served as a site for a US military base. The Distant Early Warning Line (also known as the DEW Line) was constructed in the 1950s during the cold war. This radar system stretched north across the Canadian Arctic intended to detect a Russian air attack. While the system is no longer in use, you can still drive up to the radar structure and look around. On the drive up and at the top, you’ll also get a great view of Frobisher Bay and the town.

Hudson Bay Company Post buildings

In Apex, the town just 10 minutes outside of Iqaluit, you will find buildings from the Hudson Bay Company Post. Between 1914 and 1943, the post would move several times before settling in Apex. Although boarded up and privately owned now, you can visit the buildings and see them for yourself.

Legislative Assembly of Nunavut

Prior to 1999, Nunavut was part of The Northwest Territories. However, the people of what is now Nunavut desired their own territory – to govern themselves in a way more closely tied to their culture, including the use of Inuktitut as an official government language. After three decades of work Nunavut became a territory, and Iqaluit its capital city. You’ll learn all this and more on a free tour of the Legislative Assembly ( call ahead to schedule a tour ).

Take a Town Tour

The easiest way to see all of the above is to take a town tour with Inukpak Outfitters . Not only will this provide easy transportation, but your guide will be able to provide you with rich context behind what it is you’re seeing.

Cultural Events

Throughout the year there are a few cultural events you may be interested in. National Indigenous Peoples Day is June 21 and there is a celebration open to everyone. Alianait is a music festival in June each year with artists coming to perform from across the north. Toonik Tyme occurs in April and is an annual 10-day celebration of Inuit culture and the welcoming of spring.

Also read: The story of Bodo tribesmen who brought back the population of one-horned rhino from the brink of extinction.

Activities Out on the Land in Iqaluit, Nunavut

The land in Iqaluit, Nunavut itself has a story to tell.

No trip to Nunavut is complete without time spent on the tundra or on the arctic ocean . For the three activities listed below, you’ll want to contact an outfitter ahead of time to schedule.

Snowmobiling  

Perhaps my favourite activity in Iqaluit, a snowmobile ride on the frozen arctic ocean is unlike any other experience. Iqaluit lies on the coast of Frobisher Bay, which is home to the second highest tides in the world. When the tide comes out, all of the ice lowers (like an exhaling chest). Ice in contact with the land, however, remains in place causing ice cliffs to form along the shoreline.

Dog Sledding  

Inuit traditionally traveled by dog sled. Although very few still use dogs as their primary means of travel, there are outfitters who can take you out on the land with a dog sled team. Although slower than a snowmobile, this mode of transportation howls and likes its ears pet.

Hiking on the Tundra

Walk along the rocks of the Precambrian Shield , some of the oldest rocks in the world. In fact, the oldest fossil scientists have uncovered (a species of red algae) was found on Baffin Island (the land upon which Iqaluit rests). Lace up your hiking boots and walk along the Apex trail, which traces the coastline from Iqaluit to the nearby town of Apex, or head to Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park and walk beside the bright blue, glacially-fed, river.

Also read: My intense journey through the Amazon forest!

Where to buy Indigenous Art in Nunavut?

Indigenous art is world renowned and there is no better place to buy some than in Nunavut itself. Here are a few places you can go to buy Indigenous art in Iqaluit.

The art museum has some beautiful pieces for sale. You’ll find wildlife carvings, jewelry, wall hangings and more. I purchased this felt polar bear wall hanging from the museum. The arctic ocean, tundra and an Innunguat stitched onto the belly.

Rannva Designs

Here is where you’ll find the most beautiful clothing and accessories, like coats and mittens made of sealskin, mittens from beaver fur, and fabric designs hand sewn. I purchased the mittens below from here; they’re made of beaver fur and incredibly warm.

The Storehouse Bar & Grill

Sometimes artists will come through with their art for sale. You’ll often get a better price with the artist directly than if you buy from a store or museum. Northern Collectables

The art store downtown has a wide selection of art created by artists across the territory. The pieces are absolutely beautiful, but I’ve never purchased art from here myself because it is so much more expensive than buying from an artist directly

Also read: The Terracotta Horses of Bankura, a unique souvenir to buy when in India!

Great Food & Drink in Iqaluit, Nunavut

Experience the liveliness of Iqaluit’s community by visiting some of its newest food joints. Residents in Iqaluit are friendly and community-oriented, so don’t hesitate to strike up a conversation with the person next to you!

Black Heart Cafe

This fun cafe has the best breakfast sandwiches and the prettiest lattes. Come here for a coffee before starting your day or stop by for lunch in between activities.

Who knew you could have a brewery in the middle of the arctic? The most northerly brewery in Canada, NuBrew features several of its own beers and offers live music / events. Check out their Facebook page for what’s going on!

I hope this has inspired you to consider Iqaluit, Nunavut as your next travel destination. If you have any questions, please reach out to me!

Meet Mikaela, Author of this blogpost

Mikaela is the voice behind Voyageur Tripper , an outdoor adventure blog dedicated to canoeing, camping and arctic travel. She spent a season working in Iqaluit, Nunavut as a wilderness guide and completely fell in love with the arctic. On her blog you’ll find dozens of resources for planning a trip to Nunavut. Feel free to reach out to her on Instagram if you have any questions about planning a trip to the north.

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• 1.1 History
• 1.2 Climate
• 1.3 Visitor information
• 2.1.1 Airport
• 2.1.2 Airlines
• 3 Get around
• 5.1 Outdoor activities
• 5.2 Festivals
• 7.2 Restaurants
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Iqaluit is in the Everett Mountains rising from Koojesse (Kuujussi) Inlet, an inlet of Frobisher Bay, on the southeast part of Baffin Island. It is well to the east of Nunavut's mainland, and northeast of Hudson Bay.

It had long been used as a campsite and fishing spot by the Inuit (Aboriginal) people, who called it Iqaluit – "place of many fish" in Inuktitut. The US and Canadian authorities named it Frobisher Bay, after the name of the body of water it borders. In 1984 the settlement's name was changed from Frobisher Bay to Iqaluit.

Iqaluit has been a traditional fishing location used by Inuit for thousands of years.

World War II resulted in an influx of non-Inuit to the area, as Canada and the United States cooperated in the war in Europe. In 1942, the United States built an air base there, on a long-term lease with the Canadian government, in order to provide a stop-over and refuelling site for the short-range aircraft being ferried to Europe to support the war effort.

In 1949, after the war, the Hudson's Bay Company moved its south Baffin operations to the neighbouring valley of Niaqunngut, also called Apex, in order to use the airfield. In the mid-1950s, the population of Frobisher Bay increased rapidly during the construction of the Distant Early Warning Line (DEW line, a system of defensive radar stations—see North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD)). Hundreds of mostly non-Inuit construction workers, military personnel, and administrative staff moved into the community, and several hundred Inuit followed, to take advantage of the access to jobs and medical care provided by the base operations. By 1957, 489 of the town's 1,200 residents were reported to be Inuit. After 1959, the Canadian government established permanent services at Frobisher Bay, including full-time doctors, a school, and social services. The Inuit population grew rapidly in response, as the government encouraged Inuit to settle permanently in communities supported by government services.

The American military left Iqaluit in 1963, as their development of intercontinental ballistic missiles diminished the strategic value of the DEW line and Arctic airbases. Canada continued to operate an administrative and logistical centre for much of the eastern Arctic at Frobisher Bay. The founding of the Gordon Robertson Educational Centre, now Inuksuk High School, in the early 1970s at Iqaluit confirmed the government's commitment to the community as an administrative centre. At the time of its founding, this was the sole high school operating in what constituted more than one-seventh of Canadian territory.

The season in which you choose to visit Iqaluit will largely determine what you'll be able to see and do. The peak time for visiting Iqaluit is during its brief summer. The ice on Frobisher Bay begins to thaw in June, when temperatures start rising and the nights are short. Hiking is excellent about this time. The bay remains inaccessible during its thaw, but an icebreaker will arrive to clear a path for boats usually by the end of June. July and August are both the warmest and wettest months. Wildflowers and berries flourish, but so do the mosquitos. Fishing on Sylvia Grinnell River is best on the shoulders of summer, when the arctic char migrate down toward the bay and then back up again.

Snow starts falling regularly again in September and continues through early June. The bay stays open to boats until November. Daylight hours become increasingly short in the winter months, but the northern lights are entrancing. January and February are the coldest and darkest months of the year, and life in the town can get a bit grim at this time. April and May are the ideal months for dog-sledding, kite-skiing and other snow activities.

Visitor information

• 63.743795 -68.514461 1 Unikkaarvik Regional Visitor Centre ( Nunavut Tourism ), 220 Sinaa Street , ☏ +1 867 979-4636 , [email protected] . M-F 9AM–6PM, Sa Su 1PM–4PM . Has information on the whole territory, plus displays on local wildlife and culture in an adjoining museum.  
• Iqaluit City Council website

Iqaluit is generally accessible only by air and, under the right ice conditions, by sea. It is not connected by road to any other town. Due to its isolation and the lack of competition, getting to Iqaluit is a very expensive prospect.

Airlines operating to Iqaluit with scheduled services:

Airlines operating chartered flights from Iqaluit to nearby communities:

Iqaluit has a local road system only stretching from the nearby community of Apex to the Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park, 1 km (0.62 mi) west of town. Iqaluit has no public transportation.

Iqaluit is small enough that most things are within walking distance of each other. Taxis charge a flat $8.75 fee per person to anywhere in town (as of 2022). In the summer, you can rent bicycles from the visitor's centre. There are also several automotive outfitters in town that rent snowmobiles and ATVs.

• 63.743507 -68.513589 2 Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum , 212 Sinaa Street , ☏ +1 867 979-5537 , [email protected] . M-F noon-6PM, Sa Su 1–5PM . Housed in a reconstructed trading post of the Hudson Bay Company, this small museum contains a collection of Inuit art and artifacts. It is on the beach in a red and white building. Free . ( updated Jul 2022 )

Outdoor activities

Iqaluit is the main base from which to explore Baffin Island . Several outfitters organize guided excursions around the island and Arctic expeditions further afield. Most activities are seasonal. Summer activities include trekking, and boat and fishing tours in Frobisher Bay. In the winter months, dog-sledding journeys are an excellent way to get out and explore the landscape. As well as the commercial outfitters, there are several dog-team owners in town who take visitors out for an afternoon or overnight. Kite-skiing is an increasingly popular activity, and frozen Frobisher Bay is considered one of the best spots for it in Canada. Aerial sightseeing tours are easy to organize at any time of the year and there will always be a charter company available to take you up, depending on the weather.

Some of the more reliable outfitters in town include Inupak Outfitting , Northwinds Arctic Adventures , Polynya Adventure and Qairrulik Outfitting. Call the local tourism authority for more. Dates for longer expeditions are usually scheduled well in advance, but even most day trips require a minimum number of people, so be sure to book early to give the outfitters time to organize others.

Opportunities for trekking around Iqaluit are almost endless, thanks to wide-open surroundings, including two protected areas on its doorstep. The terrain can be rough, however, and there are very few trails and no roads. You can also rent snowmobiles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) from several outfitters in town.

• The Itijjagiaq Trail , part of the Trans Canada Trail system, runs 177 km from Iqaluit and Kimmirut. It does not connect to other parts of the Trans Canada Trail. One branch heads north for several kilometres, while the other begins with a navigable water trail about 25 km across Frobisher Bay to the Katannilik Territorial Park on Meta Incognita Peninsula.
• Alianait Arts Festival . This annual festival, held in late June, is a celebration of Inuit arts and culture. It draws musicians and other performers from all over the Arctic.  
• Toonik Tyme . The annual spring festival, is held for a week in early April. It involves a large variety of community events, including snowmobile and ski races, traditional games, concerts and feasts. ( updated Nov 2021 )

Inuit artists are recognized internationally for their stone carvings and prints, and there are several galleries in Iqaluit selling arts and crafts from all over Nunavut. In addition, artists often tout their wares along the waterfront and in restaurants, creating excellent opportunities to experience the local art culture.

• 63.744924 -68.510401 1 Arctic Ventures , 192 Queen Elizabeth Way , ☏ +1 867 979-5992 . M-Sa 10AM–10PM, Su 1–10PM . Department store run by Arctic Co-operatives.  
• 63.748885 -68.521537 2 Carvings Nunavut , 626 Tumiit Plaza , ☏ +1 867 979-0650 . M-Sa 10AM–6PM . Sells Inuit sculptures and jewellery.  
• 63.731686 -68.458854 3 Gallery by the Red Boat , Bill Mackenzie Lane, Apex Beach , ☏ +1 867 979-2055 . Call for appointment . Housed in one of the old Hudson Bay Company buildings on Apex Beach, this gallery displays carvings by local artist Saila Kipanek.  
• 63.751895 -68.536045 4 Iqaluit Fine Arts Studio , 1127 Mivvik Street ( opposite the airport ), ☏ +1 867 979-5578 . M-Sa 11AM–5PM . Inuit carvings.  
• 63.749498 -68.528522 5 Malikkaat , 1083 Mivvik Street ( opposite the airport ), ☏ +1 867 979-6426 , [email protected] . M-F 10AM–6PM, Sa 10AM–4PM . A gift store selling Inuit-made art, clothing and jewellery from Iqaluit and other communities in the north.  
• 63.732074 -68.448317 6 Rannva Design , 3102 Angel Street , ☏ +1 867 979-3183 , [email protected] . M-Sa 11AM–6PM, or by appointment . Fur and sealskin garments designed by owner Rannva Simonsen. ( updated Apr 2024 )

Local specialties consist mainly of game meats (caribou) and seafood (Arctic char, mussels, scallops and shrimp). Another staple is bannock, a type of bread.

The best restaurants are in the hotels, but all of them are open to non-guests. Prices for food are generally much higher here than in other parts of Canada.

• 63.7477 -68.51084 1 Caribrew Café , Astro Hill Complex , toll-free: +1-877-979-2222 . M-F 7–9AM, 11:30AM-1:30PM; Sa 9AM–1:30PM (closed Su) . Inside the Frobisher Inn. Serves espresso drinks, coffee, tea, baked goods, sandwiches, salads and soups. ( updated Jul 2022 )
• 63.750376 -68.530425 2 Fantasy Palace , 1085E Mivvik Street , ☏ +1 867 979-0606 . M-F 7AM–5PM, Sa 10AM–5PM, Su 11AM–5PM . Café with fresh coffee, pastries and ice cream.  
• 63.7522 -68.5232 3 Black Heart Café , 1405 Masak Court , ☏ +1 867 979-5800 , [email protected] . Tu-F 7AM-5PM, Sa 9AM-5PM . Coffee, muffin and panini. Locals recommend this cafe. ( updated Jul 2022 )
• 63.742347 -68.510858 4 Grind & Brew , 116 Sinaa Street , ☏ +1 867 979-0606 . Daily 7AM–6PM daily . Down on the beach. Serves coffee, pizza and sandwiches.  

Restaurants

• 63.7476 -68.5112 5 The Frob Kitchen & Eatery , 1405 Masak Court ( Astro Hill Complex ), ☏ +1 867 979-2222 . M-F 7AM–2PM and 5–9PM, Sa Su 8AM–2PM and 5–9PM . Nice restaurant in the Frobisher Inn. Brunch on Sundays.  
• 63.748926 -68.528138 6 Granite Room , 1056 Mivvik Street , ☏ +1 867 979-4433 . Located in the Discovery Hotel, known affectionately as "the disco". French cuisine with some pub-style options too. Salad bar at lunch. Home-made soups.  
• 63.74354 -68.509119 7 Snack , 163 Nipisa Street , ☏ +1 867 979-6767 . open 24 hours . Fast food. Lunch and dinner. Also serves wine. ( updated Sep 2018 )
• 63.7507 -68.5307 8 Yummy Shawarma & Pizza , 1089E Mivvik St , ☏ +1 867 979-1515 . M-Sa 11AM-10PM, Su 11AM-7:30PM . Lebanese restaurant serving kebab, authentic shawarma, salads, pizza, pasta and desserts. Delivery available. From $12 . ( updated Jul 2022 )
• 63.748424 -68.523768 9 Big Racks Barbecue , 810 Natsiq , ☏ +1 867 9795555 . BBQ restaurant ( updated Jun 2020 )
• 63.747 -68.5204 10 Hunter's Market , 743 Ben Ell , ☏ +1 867 979-9999 . The restaurant is inside this general store. You can find burgers, pizza and souvlaki. ( updated Jul 2022 )

While many communities in Nunavut have restrictions on the sale, possession and consumption of alcohol, Iqaluit does not. You are free to bring alcohol into the community for your own use, and you can buy and drink it in bars and licensed restaurants.

• Beer and wine store , on Niuraivik . Tu-Sa noon-7PM . ( updated Sep 2018 )
• 63.749504 -68.525479 1 Royal Canadian Legion , 944 Iglulik Drive , ☏ +1 867 979-6215 . A popular place to go on Friday and Saturday nights. Live music on one side, dance floor and pool tables on the other. You must be a member of the Legion or have a member sign you in.  
• 63.747906 -68.510632 2 Storehouse Bar & Grill , Astro Hill Complex , ☏ +1 867 979-2222 . M-Sa 5PM–midnight . Has a big screen for hockey, pool tables, dance floor, fireplaces and comfy chairs. It has different specials on every day of the week. ( updated Apr 2023 )
• 63.7453 -68.5498 3 Nu Brew (Nunavut Brewing Company) , 2025 Iqaluit Lane ( next to the Syliva Grinnell Territorial Park ), ☏ +1 867 979-2337 , [email protected] . M-W 4-10PM, Th 4-11PM, F 4PM-12:30AM, Sa noon-12:30AM . The most northerly microbrewery in Canada opened 24 August 2018. The brewery has four beers available: the Flow Edge light lager, Frob Gold British golden ale, Aupaqtuq (“red” in Inuktitut) Irish red ale, and a Celebration Ale. You can sample all four for $14. Their products are also available in restaurants and the beer and wine store. ( updated Jul 2022 )

Being a small town, Iqaluit doesn't have much of a choice in the way of accommodation. Rates for rooms are generally much higher than their value, and amenities can be lacking. Booking ahead and securing a room before your arrival is essential. Budget travellers are restricted to camping and couch surfing . When the local college ( Nunavut Arctic College ) is not in session, visitors can stay at the college residence, which costs much less than local hotels.

• 63.734018 -68.479495 1 Stay by the Sea , 2536 Paurngaq Crescent , ☏ +1 867 979-6074 , [email protected] . Bed and breakfast. Newly renovated. 6 rooms. Self check-in. $170–230 .  
• 63.75567 -68.51894 2 Al's B&B , 5043 Qaqqaliaq St , ☏ +1 867 222-1949 , [email protected] . Free transport to/from the airport, WiFi and unlimited long distance calls within North America. Shared kitchen and living room area. ( updated Apr 2024 )
• 63.730952 -68.448694 3 Rannva's Bed & Breakfast , 3102 Helen Maksagak Drive , ☏ +1 867 979-3183 , [email protected] . The owner of this bed and breakfast also has a gallery of fur and sealskin garments located on Angel Street. $190 . ( updated Apr 2024 )
• 63.748926 -68.528138 4 The Discovery ( Discovery Lodge Hotel ), 1056 Mivvik Street , ☏ +1 867 979-4433 , [email protected] . Hotel suites. Also has a restaurant, "Granite Room" (see section above). Free weekly newspaper, WiFi and complimentary airport shuttle. $240–340 .  
• 63.748385 -68.522269 5 Capital Suites , 807 Aiviq Street , ☏ +1 867 975-4000 , [email protected] . Hotel suites. Fitness centre. Free parking and WiFi. Double $320–370 . ( updated Apr 2024 )
• 63.7561 -68.52822 7 Aqsarniit Hotel & Conference Centre , 1730 Federal Rd , ☏ +1 867-979-2422 , toll-free: +1 855-977-2422 , [email protected] . Has on site restaurant, fitness room, free WiFi and free parking. Double $350 . ( updated Apr 2024 )

There is cell phone coverage in Iqaluit, but your phone may not work because of the lack of coverage by the major Canadian wireless companies and outdated infrastructure (which is being upgraded).

Ice Wireless, a regional phone carrier, provides a 3G network and is the only GSM option at this time. Its phones and plans are sold at QITC in the RBC Building on Queen Elizabeth Way. Rogers Wireless has an exclusive roaming agreement with Ice Wireless, so Rogers customers can use the network for a fee, but it is voice-only (data roaming is not available).

The other wireless option is Bell, which operates a 4G/LTE system.

• 63.7437 -68.5144 2 Iqaluit Centennial Library , 220 Sinaa Street , ☏ +1 867 979-5400 , [email protected] . M W F 1–6PM, Tu Th 3–8PM, Sa 1–4PM (closed Su) . A public library in the same building as the visitor centre. Has free internet. ( updated Apr 2023 )

Healthcare services

• Public Health Centre , ☏ +1 867 975-4800 . 24 hours .  

Religious services

• Baha'i Group , Building 112 , ☏ +1 867 979-6580 .  
• Our Lady of the Assumption Catholic Church , 911 Niaqunngusiariaq , ☏ +1 867 979-5805 . Mass: Tu Th 7:30AM, W F Sa 5:30PM, Su 10AM .  
• Pentecostal Church , 761 Fred Coman , ☏ +1 867 979-5779 .  

Publications

• Nunavut News/North , ☏ +1 867 979-5990 .  
• Nunatsiaq News , ☏ +1 867 979-5357 .  

By air to Kuujjuaq , Rankin Inlet , or Ottawa .

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The city of Iqaluit is located on Baffin Island at the northern end of Frobisher Bay near the mouth of the Sylvia Grinnell River.

This exciting, dynamic city is the political, business, journalism and transportation hub of Nunavut, with an excellent airport. The landing strip is long enough to land the space shuttle, so it is often used for cold weather testing of the world’s largest new aircraft.

Formerly known as Frobisher Bay, the modern city of Iqaluit is rich with traditional Inuit culture. It is the home of many Inuit artists, filmmakers and musicians, plus there are arts and culture festivals staged in the spring and summer that bring artists here from across the territory.

Iqaluit is located near beautiful parklands that feature a range of landscapes, mountains, rivers, waterfalls and ancient Thule sites to visit.

Iqaluit ᐃᖃᓗᐃᑦ ‘Place of many fish’

Iqaluit is the territorial capital of Nunavut, the largest and fastest-growing community in the territory. The friendly people of Iqaluit — the ‘Iqalumiut’ — love to go out on the land, sea and ice at all times of the year to enjoy a variety of outdoor activities.

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Inuktitut, English, French

Longitude 68° 31’ W Latitude 63° 45’ N Elevation 34m City of Iqaluit Map

Iqaluit is situated on gently rolling hills, with rocky outcrops and lush tundra valleys. The tides of Frobisher Bay at Iqaluit rise and fall eight to twelve metres (26-39 feet) twice a day — the second highest tides in Canada after the Bay of Fundy in Nova Scotia.

Weather & Climate

The city enjoys nearly 24 hours of sunshine in late June and early July, with beautiful twilight skies for two hours around midnight. The shortest days of December have four hours of daylight, with the sun hovering on the southern horizon. Northern Lights are frequently seen from October to April. Winter temperatures of -10°C to -32°C are common.

From May through August, Iqaluit days are long and sunny, averaging 16 hours of daylight with temperatures of 5°C to 25°C.

‘Iqaluit’ means ‘place of many fish’ in Inuktitut. The ancient Thule people knew it well. At nearby Qaummaarviit Island there are several archaeological sites containing thousand-year-old artifacts of these great Inuit ancestors.

He sailed into the bay and believed he had found a direct route to China, so he named it ‘Frobisher’s Straites’ after himself. He thought he discovered gold here too, shipping a large amount of it to England where it was recognized as pyrite — fool’s gold. In 1861, the American explorer Charles Francis Hall arrived in search of the lost Franklin Expedition. He learned from a local hunter named Koojesse that ‘Frobisher’s Straites’ was really just a big long bay and not the fabled Northwest Passage, so he hired Koojesse as his guide and geographer, naming an inlet after him.

By 1870, Frobisher ‘Bay’ was frequently visited by whaling vessels and fur trading began. Whaling died out in the early 1900s, but the fur trade expanded. Anglican and Catholic missions arrived. In 1914, the Hudson Bay Company (HBC) opened a trading post at Ward Inlet, about 64 kilometres (40 miles) south of here. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police arrived in the 1920s.

Americans chose the location of Koojesse Inlet for a United States Air Force (USAF) base during WWII. The airstrip was operational by 1943. The HBC trading post relocated itself nearby and many Inuit families made permanent homes here. The settlement of Frobisher Bay was born.

During the Cold War 1950s it became part of the NORAD DEW line with a population of 1,200 people (40% Inuit) in 1957. The federal government of Canada brought in doctors, teachers, administrators, clerks and support staff. Large numbers of Inuit people continued to settle here. The USAF pulled out in 1963. In 1987 the community changed its name back to Iqaluit, reverting to the original Inuktitut name. The Nunavut Land Claims Agreement was signed here in 1993. By plebiscite in 1995 Iqaluit was chosen to be the capital of the new territory of Nunavut — which officially came into being on April 1, 1999.

The first European to make a big fuss about this place was the British explorer Sir Martin Frobisher in 1576.

ACTIVITIES AND WILDLIFE

Dog sledding, cross-country skiing and snowmobiling are very popular activities in Iqaluit, also boating, river rafting, canoeing, kayaking, kite skiing and tobogganing.

In the summertime, there are many scenic places to go hiking, fishing, camping and berry picking, such as Sylvia Grinnell Park, the Road to Nowhere and the seaside trail to Apex.

Arctic hares, lemmings and arctic foxes are often found nearby. Caribou are found farther away. When the sea ice breaks up, inquisitive seals can be spotted from town.

There are many opportunities to go hunting and fishing in both summer and winter. Permits are available and local experts will guide you to the best sites. Sledding expeditions into nearby Tarr Inlet, Sylvia Grinnell Park and Katannilik Park are great ways to spend a winter or spring day!

Expect to see large, talkative ravens all year round, as well as ptarmigans, snow buntings and seagulls. Polar bears are rare, but sometimes do show up.

ARTS AND CULTURE

Iqaluit has a superb arts tradition.

Locally made carvings, prints, jewellery and finely sewn items of Inuit clothing can be purchased in several locations.

The Nunavut Arts and Crafts Association (NACA) organize an annual summer festival event showcasing Nunavut artists. The Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre celebrates Nunavut — its lands, people and history. Plus there is an excellent museum.

Nunavut Arts and Crafts Association Ph: (867) 979-7808 Fax: (867) 979-6880 www.nacaarts.org

Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre This facility features several cultural exhibits and wildlife displays. It provides maps, tourism and historical information. Unikkaarvik also rents bicycles and shows Inuit movies. With special weekly events, guest speakers and visiting exhibitions, there is always something new and enjoyable happening here. Ph: (867) 979-4636 Fax: (867) 979-3754 Email: [email protected] www.destinationnunavut.ca

Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum Home to a large collection of local and regional Inuit artifacts and fine art, with interpretive displays and travelling exhibits. Ph: (867) 979-5537 Fax: (867) 979-4533

Traditional cultural activities and the performing arts of Nunavut are showcased in the spring and summer at two very popular festivals.

Toonik Tyme Festival Iqaluit’s spring festival is held every April. It is a weeklong event that includes traditional Inuit games and activities such as igloo building, dogsled races, snowmobile races, seal skinning contests, musical performances and feasts. www.tooniktyme.com

Alianait Arts Festival This is a popular summertime cultural event in Iqaluit, taking place in late June to early July, that features performing and visual artists from Nunavut and around the world for several days of music, theatre, film, circus acts and storytelling. www.alianait.ca

Qaummaarviit Territorial Historic Park

Not far from Iqaluit lies the tiny, rocky island of Qaummaarviit, which means ‘the place that shines’ in Inuktitut. This lovely park is rich in archaeological artifacts dating back to the Thule culture that demonstrate the inventiveness and adaptability of this remarkable people. Touring ‘the place that shines’ makes for a great day trip into the ancient past.

Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park

Situated a short distance from Iqaluit is a picturesque park of rolling hills divided in two by the meandering Sylvia Grinnell River. The river was named Sylvia Grinnell by the American explorer Charles Francis Hall in 1861 for a daughter of his benefactor, the American philanthropist Henry Grinnell, a good friend of Lady Jane Franklin who sponsored Hall to search for the lost 1845 John Franklin expedition. Hall camped here in 1861 and named the inlet that this river feeds into after his Inuit guide Koojesse. The views are breathtaking and local people enjoy camping here all summer long. The park provides washrooms, tent platforms and fire pits. There is a pavillion detailing the history and features of the park. The river is a great place to catch fish and the tundra landscape along its course of rapids and waterfalls is a popular picnic location. There are some ancient Thule ruins near the falls. One of the rarest plants in Canada, the woodsia fern grows here. Caribou and arctic fox live here too.

Katannilik Territorial Park

Countless cascades echo the recurring theme of this natural paradise. The park is an ancient arctic oasis corridor that follows the Itijjagiaq Trail and the Soper Valley — a 120 kilometre (75 mile) traditional overland route from Iqaluit to Kimmirut across the Meta Incognita Peninsula. It has beautiful mountains, cliffs, ravines and valleys to explore plus a great many waterfalls to enjoy. Katannilik contains the biggest trees growing on Baffin Island — Dwarf Arctic Willows that grow to three metres (ten feet) tall. Also unique to this park is one of the world’s best deposits of lapis lazuli, the striking blue gemstone.

The Soper River

The Soper is a Canadian Heritage River located inside Katannilik Territorial Park that flows into the Hudson Strait at Kimmirut. Known locally as Kuujjuaq (‘big river’) the Soper River has many challenging sections of whitewater and numerous waterfalls.

The Soper Valley has a unique microclimate that can be 5°C warmer than the surrounding terrain. It is a wonderful place to view wildlife. You may encounter caribou, ptarmigans, arctic hares, arctic foxes and arctic wolves.

So be alert and prudent, never leave a trail of garbage behind you and always use powerful binoculars or telephoto lenses to view these beautiful yet dangerous animals from a safe healthy distance.

‘Katannilik’ means ‘the place of waterfalls.’ In places along the banks of this waterway there are dramatic cliffs rising 305 metres (1,000 feet) straight up. On rare occasions, a polar bear might wander into this area.

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Have you ever visited a new place and felt ‘wow’ about it? For many visitors, it happens at Iqaluit.

Iqaluit may not be as popular as other cities in Canada, but don’t let that fool you. Iqaluit is a smaller but beautiful upcoming tourist destination that is worth a visit. You will be surprised by some of the unique things to do and places you can explore at this hidden destination.

You might wish to revisit it someday again, to take a break and relax at Iqaluit.

If you have plans to visit Canada and are not sure if Iqaluit should be included in your itinerary, keep reading. In this list, we have put together some of the things to do in Iqaluit and around. We have a hunch that if you include this city in your travel plans, you will be thrilled you did so.

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Storehouse Bar And Grill

Bar, View Point, Food And Drinks, Dine In

Address: Astro Hill Complex, Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 0H0, Canada

Inukpak Outfitting

Outdoors, Off Beaten Path, Trail, Dog Track

Address: 3310 Niaqunngusiariaq St, Iqaluit, Nunavut X0A 1H0, Canada

Iqaluit Airport

Address: Address: Iqaluit Airport, Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0, Canada

Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum

Address: 212 Sinaa, Iqaluit, NU X0A0H0, Canada

Unikkaarvik Visitor Centre

Address: Sinaa, Iqaluit, NU X0A 0H0, Canada

Legislative Assembly Of Nunavut

Iqaluit chiropractic clinic, st. jude's cathedral, northern collectables.

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