Touch down in Winnipeg and feel the city's unique spirit unfold. From the moment you arrive, Winnipeg invites you to explore its rich history and lively culture. Discover a city that blends prairie warmth with a compelling urban landscape.
Here are some distinctive attractions and experiences awaiting you:
The Forks National Historic Site
This historic meeting place at the confluence of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers has been a hub for centuries. Explore the market, enjoy public spaces, and immerse yourself in a site central to Winnipeg's past and present.
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
The striking architecture of this national museum immediately captures your attention. Inside, thought-provoking exhibits explore human rights stories from Canada and around the world, making for a powerful and moving experience.
Assiniboine Park Zoo
Home to the Journey to Churchill exhibit, this zoo offers an immersive experience with arctic wildlife. Witness polar bears and other northern species in a setting designed to replicate their natural habitats.
Exchange District National Historic Site
Wander through North America's most extensive collection of early 20th-century architecture. This district’s historic warehouses and buildings now house independent boutiques, galleries, and eateries, offering a glimpse into Winnipeg's commercial heritage.
Winnipeg Art Gallery (WAG)-Qaumajuq
Discover Canada's oldest civic art gallery, now featuring Qaumajuq, a groundbreaking centre for Inuit art. It houses the world's largest public collection of contemporary Inuit art, celebrating Indigenous creativity.
The Manitoba Museum
Step back in time through diverse galleries showcasing Manitoba's natural and human history. From ancient fossils to a full-size 17th-century Nonsuch ship, the museum tells the story of the province.