INTERPRETIVE TOURS
EXCHANGE DISTRICT WALKING TOURS June 1 to Labour Day Learn about Winnipeg's history from the turn of the last century as you stroll the Exchange District. Guides bring the stories to life. Book a tour.
location: Starts at Old Market Square p: 204-942-6716 w: www.exchangedistrict.org
MUDDY WATER TOURS April 1 to September 1 Learn about history with costumed characters who take you on a walk around cemeteries or a stroll through downtown. Tours include: the Boom and Bust of Winnipeg, Pestilence, Shamans and Doctors, Brookside Cemetery, Murder and Mayhem, Symbols and Sacrifices.
p: 204-898-4678 w: www.muddywatertours.ca
NATIVE ORCHID CONSERVATION INC. June 15 to August 1 See native orchid species and other rare plants in their habitat. Groups of 10 to 25 welcome.
p: 204-947-9707 w: www.nativeorchid.org
PRAIRIE PATHFINDERS HIKING ADVENTURES Take a hike on 38 of the best walks in and around Winnipeg. Learn about local history. See the sights. Use the book 'Hiking the Heartland' to guide you.
p: 204-774-0190 w: www.prairiepathfinders.mb.ca
ROUTES ON THE RED Explore the culture, geography, history and wildlife of Manitoba's Red River Valley with more than 20 self-directed tours. Walk in the footsteps of voyageurs, discover the legacy of glaciers and grasslands or cycle the shores of ancient Lake Agassiz. Tour itineraries available. w: www.routesonthered.ca
ST. BONIFACE WALKING TOURS May to September Enjoy a guided tour through Saint- Boniface, Winnipeg's French Quarter. Learn about the people, buildings and events that defined the community. Guided and GPS tours available.
location: St. Boniface City Hall, 219 Provencher Blvd.
p: 204-233-8343 w: www.tourismeriel.com
THE FORKS NATIONAL HISTORIC SITE OF CANADA TOURS Explore 6000 years of history in one hour on a guided tour. Learn what's buried beneath in "The Forks – Uncovered" guided tour, or solve a history mystery using a GPS on a self-guided geocache program.
p: 204-983-6757 (98-FORKS) toll free: 1-888-773-8888 hearing impaired: 1-866-787-6221 w: www.parkscanada.gc.ca/forks
THEATRE IN THE CEMETERY July to September Meet historical characters in two theatrical tours of the Saint-Boniface Cathedral Cemetery, with performances Wednesday through Sunday. Book groups through Tourisme Riel.
group bookings: 204-986-8496 p: 204-233-8343 toll free: 1-866-808-8338 w: www.theatreinthecemetery.com
WINNIPEG CITY TOURS Learn about the history of Winnipeg on a tour. Tours depart from Union Station and visit The Forks, the French Quarter, the Exchange District, the Manitoba Legislative Building and Assiniboine Park. Reservations required.
p: 204-254-3170 toll free: 1-877-254-3170 w: www.otours.net
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COMFORT SOPHISTICATED
With beautifully appointed guest rooms and meeting spaces, this contemporary hotel in downtown Winnipeg features the Riverstone Spa, fitness facilities and fine dining plus easy access to the riverwalk, shops and Winnipeg's most popular attractions.
75 Forks Market Road Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3C 0A2 T 204.942.6555 TF 1.877.377.4100 www.innforks.com
Theatre in the Cemetery
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