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24 Hours in Winnipeg
Read this handy guide on how to maximise your visit if you only have 24 hours in beautiful Winnipeg.
Coffee and walk in Saint Boniface
Bonjour mon ami! Enjoy a trek over the spectacular Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge across from The Forks and you’ll find yourself in St. Boniface, founded in 1818 by Bishop Provencher for the colony’s French and Métis residents. It is also the birthplace of Louis Riel, the Métis leader who helped create of the province of Manitoba.Now it is home to one of the largest francophone communities west of the Great Lakes, and it is the heart of Manitoba's French history and culture. While here, you can stroll along le boulevard Provencher and visit boutiques and quaint cafés along the way. You can also enjoy walking tours where you will view more than 35 designated historical sites in this culturally-rich area and end the day with some scrumptious French pastries
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The Manitoba Museum
The Manitoba Museum is the province’s largest, not-for-profit centre for heritage and science learning. We are renowned for our vivid portrayal of Manitoba’s rich and diverse history, Planetarium shows, and Science Gallery exhibits.
Museum Galleries
The Museum’s collections reflect the heritage of Manitoba and other regions of the world. Our nine interpretive galleries explore the interrelationship of people and their environment. Travel through millions of years as you journey from north to south across Manitoba’s vast and varied landscape, from the icy arctic coast to the windswept prairies. The Museum is noted for its three-dimensional walk-through galleries. Highlights include the Nonsuch, a full-size 17th-century sailing vessel, and the Urban Gallery, which takes you back in time to Winnipeg during the 1920s.
Planetarium
The Planetarium features interactive multimedia shows that recreate the current night sky, explore various hot topics in astronomy, and highlight the latest space discoveries. From imaginative children’s shows to more sophisticated fare, the Planetarium shares the wonders of the universe with visitors of all ages.
Science Gallery
Get interactive with dozens of hands-on exhibits in the Science Gallery. Push the limits of your imagination, put your senses to the test and explore science, technology and the world around you in an exciting, high-energy environment. The Manitoba Museum is the recipient of many recent awards and designations, including the Michelin Green Guide top rating “Worth the Trip”, the Province of Manitoba’s Tourism Service Excellence Award, the Attractions Canada Prix Award (provincial) for indoor attractions, and the Canadian Tourism Commission’s “Win with Winter in Canada” Award for the “Great Canadian Fur Trade” behind-the-scenes tour.
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Lunch at The Forks
Manitoba’s number one attraction, The Forks, is a four-season destination. Some of its many features include: entertaining walking tours from Parks Canada; a bustling market — home to shops selling local wares and food kiosks by some of Winnipeg’s best restaurants; the world’s longest naturally frozen skating trail in the winter; and art installations like the Warming Huts, which have been designed by some of the globe’s most well-known architects, artists, and design firms. Its a fantastic option for groups, as they can grab a bite to eat and shop local.
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Canadian Museum for Human Rights
Experience the powerful stories of past and present at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Using innovative approaches, this national museum invites visitors to explore and reflect on human rights in Canada and internationally. We share hundreds of stories in ways that can be appropriate for visitors of all ages, and the Museum is accessible to people of all abilities. Visits can be experienced in either of Canada’s official languages – English or French. Located at The Forks, in downtown Winnipeg, the Museum is literally at the centre of it all.
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