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S.S. Klondike

Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada
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Ranked #3 of 15 attractions in Whitehorse
Type: Historic Sites
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Dawson City
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 8, 2013

Have you ever seen a boat that could change the shape of its hull, walk itself forward off a shoal, and draw only a couple of feet of water while transporting many tons of goods against the river current, all fueled with wood? This is the most amazing feat of engineering and a glimpse into thwe history of settlement of... More

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Calgary, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 22, 2013

They are closing down this park. so hoping it is still around. It is closed inside. used to be open in summer.

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Whitehorse, Canada
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 13, 2013

The history that is imparted here is amazing. the cords of wood needed to fuel these machines and the conditions one lived in to ride on this boat. You must see this boat, inside and out.

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Skagway, Alaska
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Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 5, 2013

learn a bit about the history of yukon territory and what it was like to travel up the yukon river in search of gold fields in dawson... guided tour excellent, with informative guides happy to dispense their knowledge of environs and beyond!!

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Inuvik, Canada
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 2, 2013

Took the self guided tour. The recreations and preservation are delightful, no detail is spared. Definitely worth a few bucks and an hour of your time.

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Juneau, Alaska
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Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 26, 2012

The history they packed in that boat was wonderful! It made it more real putting yourself in the place of the passengers and the crew

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Edmonton, Canada
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6 attraction reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed September 7, 2012

Managed a self guided tour on the last day of the season. Unfortunately they were starting to pack up the artifacts as we were touring, would have been nice to have that done after the tours were done for the day. Boat is well looked after and in a very well maintained park. Brochure for the self guided tour was... More

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Buellton
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3 attraction reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed September 4, 2012

Very well put together displays, interesting history. We particularly liked the photographs that were left for us to look at, it gave us a real feel for the life as a traveller on the river.

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Whitehorse, Canada
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 22, 2012

We love this place. NIcely reconstructed. By the Millennium trail, so perfect to go for a walk after the visit. This year is the last time they have guided visits thanks to federal budget cuts. It is very unfortunate because it was one of the very few places where activities were in French or in English.

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Pearcedale Victoria
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 19, 2012

Have done a great job on restoring it and presenting it as it would have been when it was running the river. We didn't do the guided tour, just self-guided and the information booklet you get was able to explain the workings and doings of the boat. Was well worth having a look at.

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