Top 20 Things to do in Winnipeg
There are tons of awesome tourist attractions in Winnipeg suitable for the whole family. Anything from roudy Winnipeg festivals, to arts museums, to historical tourist spots, to outdoor hiking and kayaking adventures. Check out the list below for details on some of the top rated tourism hot spots and activities in Winnipeg. There are tons of places to visit in Winnipeg to keep the whole family entertained.1. Winnipeg Shopping
Unique ‘hoods: Little Italy, Old St. Boniface, Chinatown- Winnipeg has a surprising number of ethnic and chic shopping areas!
See the map on this link and head off to your favourite area!
http://www.destinationwinnipeg.ca/things-to-see-and-do/neighbourhoods
2. Canad Inns Winter Wonderland
A Winnipeg winter family tradition! See the beautiful light displays from the inside of a car - ice skating stops and horse drawn sleighs rides also available - a great place to visit in Winniepg.
Location: 1st floor - 930 Jefferson Avenue
Winnipeg, MB R2P 1W1
204-969-9090
http://www.canadinns.com/index.php
3. Doors Open Winnipeg
Explore the architectural legacies of Winnipeg’s oldest homes
Location: Project Co-coordinator- 509 - 63 Albert Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1G4
Phone: 204.942.2663
www.doorsopenwinnipeg.ca
4. Winipeg Femfest
Plays by women for everyone. Held annually each September and October- check website for exact dates.
Sarasvàti Dramatic Theatre Productions and Repertory Inc
242 Cathedral Avenue Winnipeg, MB R2W 0X3
204- 586-2236
http://www.femfest.ca/
5. Festival du Voyageur
This once small event has evolved to become a huge celebration of winter and the heritage of the early voyageurs. Various locations- check website for details.
Location: Festival du Voyageur-Festival Office
233 Provencher Boulevard
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R2H 0G4
204- 237-7692
http://festivalvoyageur.mb.ca/wp/about-us/
6. Folkorama
Two weeks celebrating Winnipeg’s multiculturalism! Typical attendance- 450,000! Various locations- check website for details.
Location: 2nd Floor - 183 Kennedy Street-Festival Office
Winnipeg MB, Canada
R3C 1S6
204-982-6210
http://www.folklorama.ca
7. Winnipeg Jazz Festival
The best in jazz and contemporary music, this annual festival is sure to delight! Various venues- check website for details- dates also subject to change.
Location: 007-100 Arthur Street
Winnipeg, MB R3B 1H3
http://www.jazzwinnipeg.com/home
phone: (204) 989-4656
8. Manitou Ahbee Festival
Highlights the best in aboriginal talent and culture. Annual. Dates subject to change. See website for details.
Location: Lower level 376 Donald Street- Main office
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2J2
http://www.manitoahbee.com
9. Assiniboine Park Zoo in Winnipeg
An emphasis on conservation and a huge face- lift make the Assiniboine zoo a must see! This is one of the top places to visit in Winnipeg.
Location: 54 Zoo Drive
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
R3P 2N8
204-982-0660
www.zoosociety.com
10. Lower Fort Garry
A living history museum gallery that depicts life in the 19th century.
Main Street / Highway #9 -15 minutes north of Winnipeg
St. Andrews, Manitoba, R1A 4A8
204-785-6050
11. Oak Hammock Marsh Interpretive Centre
Take part in the annual count of endangered critters or walk around this 36 square kilometer protected prairie land.
Location: 1 Snow Goose Bay on Hwy. 220
Stonewall P. O. BOX 1160
Oak Hammock Marsh, Manitoba
R0C 2Z0
www.oakhammockmarsh.ca
12. Haunted Bus Tour of Winnipeg
This bus tour sells out year- take a tour and see the haunted sights of Winnipeg! Choose from Historical Haunted tours, Tea Room Vigils, Halloween Night specials, or Haunted ‘Winnipeg Investigates’ themed tours.
Location: Bus Tour Office:
204-989-9630 to book a tour or see website for details
http://www.heartlandtravel.ca/ghosttours.htm
13. Winnipeg Exchange District Walking Tours
Knowledgeable tour guides take you for a stroll through the historical district that shaped Winnipeg. Wear comfortable shoes- tours can last up to 2 hours!
Location: various areas downtown
Call 204- 942-6716 to book a tour
See website for details:
http://www.exchangedistrict.org/biz/exchange-district-biz/guided-walking-tours/
14. MS River Rouge
See Winnipeg from the river! This paddleboat is also available for private parties, weddings and conventions.
Location: No physical address, see website
204-944-8000 to book a tour
http://www.paddlewheelcrusies.com
15. Royal Winnipeg Ballet Theatre
Canada’s premier ballet company- a Winnipeg tradition!
Location: 380 Graham Avenue
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3C 4K2
Box office: 204-956-0183
www.rwb.org
16. Winnipeg Centennial Concert Hall
Everything from Stompin’ Tom Connors to Mamma Mia! See website for current schedule of performers.
Location: 555 Main street Winnipeg
R3B 1C3
204-956-1360
http://centennialconcerthall.com/
17. Club Regent Casino
Winnipeg’s largest casino also has music comedy and more!
1425 Regent Avenue West
Winnipeg, Manitoba R2C 3B2
204-957-2500
http://www.casinosofwinnipeg.com/home
18. Fort Gibraltar
See the old fur trading post of the early 1800’s this group of building was also home to the pemmican trade. The fort is featured in the annual Festival du Voyageur.
Location:
866 St. Joseph Street
in St. Boniface, Manitoba (North Winnipeg)
( corner of St. Joseph and Messager).
No phone number
http://www.fortgibraltar.com/history.htm
19. Circle of Life Thunderbird House
designed by world renowned architect Douglas Cardinal OC. - Combination museum, sweat lodge and meeting place.
Location:
715 Main Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba
Canada R3B 3N7
204- 940-4240
http://thunderbirdhouse.com/index.html
20. Golfing in Winnipeg
there are 28 Golf courses within and around the city! A great place to visit in Winnipeg if you like to golf.
Go to this link to take your pick:
http://www.destinationwinnipeg.ca/sports-and-leisure/golf
By Melissa Montgomery