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| Explore the major attractions spread across Manitoba's eight distinct tourist regions. |
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| Assiniboia Downs | Something for Everyone!
Live thoroughbred racing from May through to September. The Downs offers plenty of fun for everyone including simulcast (televised) racing from major tracks worldwide and the Club West Gaming Lounge featuring 140 Video Lottery Terminals (VLTs) in a casino-like atmosphere. Assiniboia Downs is open every day except Christmas Day!
The track can be enjoyed by everyone. The Downs offers Family Fun Days during afternoon race cards where children of all ages can enjoy a petting farm, and youngsters can ride a pony or bounce in the inflatable gyms all for FREE.
Feast in the Terrace Dining Room with its breathtaking view of the track or savour a delicious hot dog while taking in the sites.
Admission and parking are free.
Tel: 204-885-3330
Web: ASDowns.com
E-mail: info@ASDowns.com
Location: 3975 Portage Avenue West at the Perimeter Highway | | Web: www.ASDowns.com |
| Stonewall Quarry Park | Stonewall Quarry Park
Giant limestone kilns form the focus of this unique park, which features a walking trail, manmade lake, beach, picnic areas, ball diamonds and campground. Quarry Days are celebrated the third weekend in August. Open daily May 1 to September long weekend; lake open June to September long weekend; centre is open by appointment only from September to May 1. Guided tours on request. Tel. 204-467-7980; fax: 204-467-7985; Website: www.stonewall.ca E-mail: stoneqp@stonewall.ca Location: Stonewall. | | Web: www.stonewall.ca |
| Winnipeg Art Gallery | Winnipeg Art Gallery
The gallery houses a collection of contemporary, historical and decorative art, as well as the world's largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art. Rooftop restaurant and gift shop. Open Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Thursday 11 a.m. - 9 p.m., closed Mondays and statutory holidays. Admission charged. Tel. 204-786-6641; fax: 204-788-4998; Website: www.wag.mb.ca E-mail: inquiries@wag.mb.ca Location: 300 Memorial Boulevard. | | Web: www.wag.ca |
| Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre | | The Canadian Fossil Discovery Centre houses the largest collection of marine reptile fossils in Canada and features "Bruce", a 43 ft. (13 meter ) Mosasaur. Discover Manitoba's prehistory and the sea monsters that lived in the Western Interior Seaway. Experience a Fossil Dig Adventure Tour along the Manitoba Escarpment searching for and excavating fossils on an 80 million year old sea bed. School, youth and group museum tours available year round. Dig tours available May to September. Summer Kids programs Monday to Friday in July and August. Open daily 1 - 5 p.m. September to May; 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. June to August. Tel. 204-822-3406; Web: www.discoverfossils.com E-mail: info@discoverfossils.com Location: Lower Level, Community Centre, 2nd and Gilmour. | | Web: www.discoverfossils.com |
| St. Peter Dynevor Anglican Church (PHS) | | On the east side of the Red River is St. Peter Dynevor Anglican Church (PHS). Built in 1852-54 it was the only Aboriginal Anglican parish in the Red River Settlement. Chief Peguis, friend and benefactor to the Selkirk Settlers and defender of Native land rights, is buried in the churchyard. Location: 5 km/3 mi. north of East Selkirk on PR 508, then follow signs west. | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| Riding Mountain National Park of Canada | Riding Mountain National Park of Canada
This accessible wilderness features almost 3,000 sq. km/1,150 sq. mi. of boreal forest, aspen parkland, deciduous forest and open grasslands and meadows. The area is a haven for outdoor wilderness experiences and wildlife viewing - including a herd of bison living in the park! A network of day-use and overnight trails is designed for hiking, cycling or horseback riding. Interpretive programs are offered. There are several campgrounds and picnic areas at many of the lakes. Reservations are required for camping in the backcountry. Reservations for Wasagaming Campground are advisable. Toll-free: 1-877-737-3783 or Website: www.pccamping.ca. Detailed guides and maps are available at the park office and the Visitor Centre. Admission charged. Tel. 204-848-7275; Web: www.pc.gc.ca/riding E-mail: rmnp.info@pc.gc.ca.
A small bison herd numbering approximately 30 animals is maintained on a 647 ha. fenced range near Lake Audy. An on-site exhibit relates the natural history of the bison and the native fescue grassland where they live. The herd is best viewed in the early morning or evening hours.
Clear Lake is spring-fed and 33 m/110 ft. deep. Enjoy swimming, boating, wind-surfing and fishing for northern pike, walleye, perch, lake trout and whitefish.
When Riding Mountain National Park was designated in 1930, a man known as Grey Owl gave talks and shows with his pet beavers, Rawhide and Jellyroll. Although people assumed he was Aboriginal, Grey Owl was really an Englishman named Archibald Bellaney who had assumed an Aboriginal persona. His cabin can be visited in the park by hiking or biking an 8.7 km (one-way) trail.
The Visitor Centre contains displays, pamphlets, audio-visual materials and interpretive programs. The Nature Shop, owned and operated by Friends of Riding Mountain National Park, offers quality souvenirs, interpretive and educational materials and programs for all nature lovers. Open in summer only. | | Web: www.pc.gc.ca/riding |
| Royal Canadian Mint | Royal Canadian Mint
Circulation coins for Canada and many foreign nations are produced here. Tours: from Labour Day to Victoria Day, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Tuesday through Saturday); during December, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Monday through Saturday); from Victoria Day to Labour Day, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (Monday through Sunday). Explore our on-site museum and boutique. Services offered in both official languages. Admission charged. Tel. 204-983-6429; toll-free: 1-877-WPG-MINT; fax: 204-255-5203; Website: www.mint.ca e-mail: boutiquewpg@mint.ca Location: 520 Lagimodière Boulevard.
Monnaie Royale Canadienne
La monnaie qui circule au Canada et celle de nombreux autres payes est fabriquée à cet établissement. Visites guidées : De la Fête du Travail à la fête de la Reine : 9 h à 17 h (du mardi au samedi). Pour le mois de décembre : de 9 h à 17 h (du lundi au samedi). De la fête de la Reine à la Fête du Travail : de 9 h à 17 h (du lundi au dimanche). Boutique et musée à explorer. Services offerts dans les deux langues officielles. Frais d’entrée. Réservez au : 204-983-6429; sans frais : 1-877-WPG-MINT; fax : 204-255-5203; site web : www.monnaie.ca; courriel : boutiquewpg@mint.ca; Endroit : 520, boulevard Lagimodière. | | Web: www.mint.ca |
| Rainbow Stage | | Rainbow Stage produces full-scale Broadway-style professional musical theatre at Canada's longest-running outdoor theatre in Kildonan Park. Winter productions are staged at Pantages Playhouse Theatre. Tel. 204-989-5261, box office: 204-989-0888; 1-888-989-0888; fax: 204-989-5266; Web: www.rainbowstage.net E-mail: rbstage@mts.net Location: Kildonan Park, 2021 Main Street. | | Web: www.rainbowstage.net |
| New Iceland Heritage Museum | | The New Iceland Heritage Museum is dedicated to preserving and presenting this fascinating chapter of Manitoba's history. Begin your visit with a ten-minute film. The "New Iceland Saga" tells the story of one pioneer family through the eyes and experiences of four generations. Inside the museum you will find a painting that comes to life, a full size tent and pioneer cabin and a Saga & Legends gallery for the children, complete with a pint sized reading room. Open year-round. Tel. 204-642-4001; Web: www.nihm.ca E-mail: nihm@mts.net Location: 94 - 1st Avenue. | | Web: www.nihm.ca |
| The Central Museum of The Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum) | | The Central Museum of the Royal Regiment of Canadian Artillery (The RCA Museum) displays Canada's largest collection of artillery artifacts and the most complete collection of Canadian pattern military vehicles in existence. Group tours welcome. Open year-round, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday to Friday; also 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. on weekends and holidays from Victoria Day to Labour Day. Admission charged. Tel. 204-765-3000 ext. 3570; Web: www.rcamuseum.com E-mail: rcamus@artillery.net Location: CFB Shilo, 15 km/9 mi. south of Hwy. 1 on PR 340. (Base is open to visitors.) | | Web: www.rcamuseum.com |
| Manitoba Agricultural Museum | | Home to the Manitoba Threshermen's Reunion and Stampede every July. The Manitoba Agricultural Museum boasts the largest collection of operating vintage farm machinery in Canada (more than 500 implements, most dating back to the early 1900s, some earlier). The Homesteaders' Village simulates village life in the late 19th century. It includes an 1883 schoolhouse, a post office that once served all of northwestern Manitoba, the typical log houses of the era, an elegant clapboard mansion, a general store, and a railway station. The museum also includes the Manitoba Amateur Radio Museum. Open May 12 to September 30, 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. daily. Admission charged. Tel. 204-637-2354; fax: 204-637-2395; Web: www.ag-museum.mb.ca E-mail: agmuseum@mts.net Location: south of junction of Hwy. 1 and PTH 34. | | Web: www.ag-museum.mb.ca |
| La Maison Gabrielle Roy (PHS) | | La Maison Gabrielle Roy, completely restored to its original state, was Gabrielle Roy's sole Manitoba residence from 1909 to 1937. She was one of Canada's most influential authors of the 20th century. The house was the setting of several of her short stories and novels. Open year-round, June to August, Monday to Friday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday 1 - 5 p.m.; September to May, Wednesday to Sunday 1 - 4 p.m. Admission charged. Main floor only wheelchair accessible. Tel. 204-231-3853; fax: 204-231-3910; Website: www.maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca E-mail: infomgr@mts.net Location: 375 rue Deschambault. (PHS) | | Web: www.maisongabrielleroy.mb.ca |
| Riverbank Discovery Centre and Trail System | | Riverbank Discovery Centre is home to the Brandon & Region Tourism Centre, Brandon First and Ducks Unlimited Canada offices. The Centre contains tourism information on the area, Canada and the U.S., souvenirs and interpretive information on the natural beauty of the area. It serves as a starting point for the extensive Assiniboine Riverbank Trail system. The trails run 17 km/10.5 mi. along the Assiniboine River, including a network of parks and pathways linked to the Red Willow pedestrian bridge. The trail system ranges from natural river bottom forest to paved lit walkways, linking many sports venues to downtown. Open year-round. Tel. 204-729-2141; toll-free 1-888-799-1111; Web: www.riverbank.mb.ca E-mail: info@riverbank.mb.ca Location: 545 Conservation Drive. | | Web: www.tourism.brandon.com |
| Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of Canada | Explore the beautifully restored stone heritage buildings at this intact, original Hudson's Bay Company fur trade centre on the banks of the Red River. Enjoy the authentic, colourful costumes and stories. Smell goods baking on the hearth fires, hear the blacksmith's hammer, touch the furs in the fur loft and participate in special events. See the Big House (Governor's home), men's house, guest cottage, blacksmith's shop, farm manager's cottage, native encampment and York boat."
The Visitor Reception Centre features a theatre, restaurant, gift shop and picnic shelter. Full programming at the historic site is available from May 15 to Labour Day. Site tours available September to Sunday before Thanksgiving. Group programs, meetings, dinners by pre-registration all year. Admission charged. Tel. 204-785-6050; Toll-free: 1-888-773-8888; Web: www.pc.gc.ca/garry E-mail: information@pc.gc.ca Location: 32 km/20 mi. north of Winnipeg on PTH 9 | | Web: www.pc.gc.ca |
| Asessippi Ski Area and Resort | | This family resort is a total entertainment centre with 25 downhill ski/board runs, one quad and two triple chair lifts, wonder carpet, terrain and tubing park. An enormous winter village and day lodge with a food court, conference/banquet facilities, friendly neighbourhood pub, arcade, gift shop and fully equipped rental/pro shop. Ski and snowboard lessons, night skiing and school/group packages. Summer river tubing, paintball, kayak rentals and eurobungy trampolines.
Tel. 204-564-2000
Fax: 204-564-2179
Web: www.asessippi.com
E-mail: sales@asessippi.com
Location: in Asessippi Provincial Park | | Web: www.asessippi.com |
| Outdoor Art Gallery | | Outdoor Art Gallery features over 20 giant outdoor murals on various buildings that depict scenes of the local heritage, the Boundary Commission Trail, scenes of the first locomotive in Boissevain, the Willis Family Farm and the local agriculture. Website www.boissevain.ca E-mail: turtlemountain@mts.net Location: on various buildings. | | Web: www.boissevain.ca |
| Marine Museum of Manitoba | | Marine Museum of Manitoba hosts six historic ships that sit at the entrance of Selkirk Park, including the S.S. Keenora, Manitoba's oldest steamship. In addition to an authentic Lake Winnipeg lighthouse, the ships contain marine artifacts and pictures. School and group tours are offered. Open Monday to Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday, Sunday and holidays 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., May long weekend to September long weekend. Admission charged. Partially wheelchair accessible. Tel. 204-482-7761; Website: www.marinemuseum.ca E-mail: marinemuseum@mts.net Location: Queen Avenue and Eveline Street. | | Web: www.marinemuseum.ca |
| Costume Museum of Canada | | A Star Attraction in Manitoba and a "Signature Museum", the Costume Museum of Canada is home to over 35,000 artifacts spanning 400 years of Canadian history through fashion. Our exhibitions tell the stories of the evolution of clothing and personal adornment. Also home to an extensive pattern library and a reference library. Our unique shop offers fashion accessories, handbags and Manitoba products. Guided tours and audio tours on MP3 players are available at reception desk. Admission charged. Open year-round, Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. - 5 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m. - 8 p.m., Sunday noon - 5 p.m. Tel. 204-989-0072; fax: 204-989-0074; Web: www.costumemuseum.com E-mail: info@costumemuseum.com Location: 109 Pacific Avenue. | | Web: www.costumemuseum.com |
| Inglis Grain Elevators National Historic Site (PHS) | Inglis
Inglis Grain Elevators National Historic Site (PHS) is the last remaining row of standard country grain elevators. Five elevators still stand intact beside an abandoned rail line in sharp contrast to the demolition of thousands of elevators experienced in numerous prairie towns. Guided tours, interpretive centre and arts and crafts gift shop. Open 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. weekdays, and 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. weekends in July and August. Guided tours by reservation year-round. Admission charged. Tel. 204-564-2243; fax: 204-564-2617; E-mail: iahc@mts.net Location: along Railway Avenue. | |
| Whiteshell Provincial Park | Whiteshell Provincial Park
This spectacular park offers over 2,729 km²/1,689 mi² of dazzling waters and lush forests. Park visitors of all ages enjoy hiking, mountain biking, tennis, quiet beaches and water sports of all kinds. Over 200 lakes offer walleye, northern pike, perch, smallmouth bass and lake trout fishing excitement.
A year-round playground, the Whiteshell offers winter lovers cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing, ice fishing, winter hiking, skating and snowmobiling. The park has three entrance points: Hwy. 1 from the east or west, from the south on the La Vérendrye Trail at Hwy. 44 and driving northward on PR 307. To enter the park from the north take Hwy. 11 on the La Vérendrye Trail to Seven Sisters on PR 307. Tel. 204-945-6784; toll-free: 1-800-214-6497; Web: www.manitobaparks.com E-mail: nrinfo@gov.mb.ca | | Web: www.manitobaparks.com |
| Manitoba Legislative Building (PHS) | | Completed in 1920, the Beaux-Arts Classical-style building features a grand staircase, matching bison statues, Manitoba Tyndall stone and the famous Golden Boy statue atop this grand structure. The grounds contain statues of Queen Victoria, La Vérendrye, statesmen and poets. Location: Broadway and Osborne. | | Web: www.gov.mb.ca/chc/hrb/index.html |
| Casinos of Winnipeg | The Casinos of Winnipeg are the two largest and most exciting casinos in western Manitoba.
Step into McPhillips Street Station Casino and you step into a rollicking railway town from the last century. We offer the best local and international entertainment in our concert bowl, restaurant and lounges, plus all the modern gaming you enjoy. Location: 484 McPhillips Street
It's a jungle in there! Club Regent Casino boasts the second highest waterfall in the province and one of the largest walk-through aquariums in Canada. This casino is a tropical forest filled with fun dining and the best local and international entertainment in the concert bowl and dance club. And don't forget the great gaming. Location: 1425 Regent Avenue West
Open Monday to Saturday 10 a.m. - 3 a.m.; Sunday noon - 3 a.m. Closed on selected holidays. Group tours available. Tel: 204-957-2500; toll-free: 1-888-493-4652; Web: www.casinosofwinnipeg.com | | Web: www.mlc.mb.ca |
| Mennonite Heritage Village (Canada) Inc | Steinbach
A unique experience awaits visitors at the Mennonite Heritage Village (Canada) Inc. This 40-acre complex spreads out from a street reminiscent of the Mennonite villages found in southern Manitoba during the late 1800s. A windmill with 20 m/60 ft. sails dominates the village. Century-old dwellings, church and school are furnished to the period. The Livery Barn Restaurant serves tasty Mennonite fare, from traditional recipes, in a pioneer setting. The general store offers locally crafted items, stone-ground flour, old-fashioned candy, a wide selection of souvenirs. Open May, June, September 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon - 5 p.m. Sunday; July and August 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Monday to Saturday, noon - 6 p.m. Sunday.
The Village Centre houses exhibition galleries, a room for the care and preparation of collections, and public space. Pioneer Days is held every August long weekend. Open year-round, hours same as heritage village and October to April 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Monday to Friday. Admission charged. Tel. 204-326-9661; toll-free: 1-866-280-8741; fax: 204-326-5046; Website: www.mennoniteheritagevillage.com E-mail: info@mhv.ca Location: Hwy. 12 North. | | Web: www.mhv.ca |
| Margaret Laurence Home (PHS) | | Margaret Laurence Home (PHS) is a living memorial to Margaret Laurence. A wide variety of her memorabilia includes doctoral robes and hoods, typewriter, honourary degrees and some of the original furniture. Gift shop on site. Open mid-May to September 30, daily 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.; by appointment rest of year. Tours welcome. Admission charged. Tel. 204-476-3612, 204-476-5622; Web: www.margaretlaurencehome.ca E-mail: mlhome@mts.net Location: 312 First Avenue North. | | Web: www.margaretlaurencehome.ca |
| Heritage North Museum | | Heritage North Museum consists of two log structures and an open-air blacksmith shop. See mounted animals native to the area, a boreal forest diorama with authentic caribou hide tipi, First Nations and fur trade artifacts, fossils, a wooly mammoth tusk, traveling exhibits and Inco and mining related artifacts. Blacksmith demonstrations occur periodically throughout the summer. The museum also houses an Institutional Archives and a Visitor Information Booth. Admission charged. Open year-round, Monday to Saturday 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. (winter), daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. (summer). Tel. 204-677-2216; fax: 204-677-8953; Web: www.heritagenorthmuseum.ca E-mail: hnmuseum@mts.net Location: 162 Princeton Drive. | | Web: www.heritagenorthmuseum.ca |
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