Surrounded by water, it's much nicer than downtown Yellowknife. Dancing Moose cafe is excellent. The old Weaver and Devore Trading store is good for grocery supplies and snow clothing.

Old Town of its own representing the previous locals livelihoods. Local housing had their own character. Streets are narrow and houses are packed and very close to each other.

Visited old town on a short tour by a local. It was too cold to walk around but is obviously a cute area to explore. Would spend some time here in warmer weather as there were several spots and shops that looked interesting to check...More

Average. Not much overall to see, but the only real thing too look at in Yellowknife. Lots of touristic food places...

You haven't really been to Yellowknife unless you visit Old Town. Borders the city and is a small peninsula that is easily walk-able and includes the monument for great views, lake side with float planes, views of the harbour and colourful float homes, buildings that...More

Nice small town just beside the city, great place to get a view of the lake and the homes/architecture is nice to look at. Also home to a few small but great local restaurants/cafes

I really enjoyed walking around Old Town. I loved the random local artwork that just seem to appear in unexpected places...it actually made me slow down and take things in more. There are quirky little shops and galleries, restaurants that look like they might tumble...More