Most tourists want a picture under the road sign. The Road to NowhereĮvery city has its most famous road and ours is the Road to Nowhere. This is the first stop you should make to help you book trips with outfitters offering dog sledding, boating and other activities. Unikkaarvik Visitor CentreĪs 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.
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If time allows, be sure to check out the binders full of old photographs upstairs, which offer insight into early Iqaluit. There is a gift shop that offers unique carvings, clothing and jewellery. The prints displayed in the museum change frequently, so be sure to check this out each visit. 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.
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.
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. 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. 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. The view from Apex is stunning as it is surrounded by hills and water. Traditionally known as "Niaqunngut", Apex is part of Iqaluit and located approximately five kilometres from the core of the city. If you'd prefer to explore some of our highlights on your own, here are the attractions not to miss: Apex Our licensed outfitters can help you plan a day trip, a town tour, or even a camping adventure. In the spring and summer, fishing, kayaking, boating and even diving are all activities that will make your trip a memorable one. Frobisher Bay is a great kite-skiing destination in the winter, as well as a snowmobilers playground.
If you love the outdoors, you will fall in love with our city for its year round activities. Whether you are coming for business or pleasure, Iqaluit has lots to offer when you visit!
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