The notebook of Iqaluit
Find his way between cliffs and sprays.
Arctic capital between Frobisher Bay, tundra and contemporary Inuit culture, accessible only by air.
At your own pace
Identity summary
3 to 6 days
Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Recommended car
City · Coast · Heritage · Nature
Good accessibility
Sweet rhythm
General presentation
Iqaluit
Arctic capital between Frobisher Bay, tundra and contemporary Inuit culture, accessible only by air.
The discovery of Iqaluit is based around Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum, Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park and St.Jude Cathedral. The stay thus alternates between urban life, the coastline, heritage and natural spaces, giving a concrete picture of the destination beyond its only best known site.
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For a stay of 3 to 6 days, a quiet rhythm works well. Also to be anticipated: conditions to be checked according to the season. A car is usually the easiest way to connect the different sectors. The main sites are generally easy to access.
Strengths and constraints
Strengths
- Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum
- Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park
- Cathedral of Saint-Jude
Before you choose
- Car often useful
- Conditions to be checked by season
Places worth visiting
A selection to start dreaming and organizing the stay — not an exhaustive list of everything there is to see.
Culture and heritage
Nunatta Sunakkutaangit Museum
In a former Hudson's Bay Company building, this small museum gathers sculptures, clothing, tools and works from Nunavut. The proximity of objects offers a sensitive introduction to Inuit history before exploring Iqaluit and its surroundings.
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Parc territorial Sylvia Grinnell
A few minutes away Iqaluit The Sylvia Grinnell River crosses quickly, rocks and tundra before reaching Frobisher Bay. The trails immediately give an impression of arctic space, with colors and light that change very quickly.
Cathedral
Cathédrale Saint-Jude
The Cathedral of Saint-Jude is recognized for its white silhouette inspired by an igloo, in the heart of the city.Iqaluit The interior brings together Inuit art and Anglican symbols, providing a unique insight into the cultural and spiritual life of the Nunavut capital.
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Apex
Apex forms a small coastal area separated from the centre of Iqaluit by a road by the water. Its houses, beach and views of the bay tell an older and quieter history of the territorial capital.
Practical tips
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