Things to Do in Winnipeg
This list covers 20 things to do in Winnipeg, based on Google ratings and review counts from October 2026. It includes parks, museums, markets, and historical sites. Most places have no price level listed, and neighbourhoods like Downtown, Assiniboine Park, and Saint Boniface appear frequently. The ratings are consistently high, with 16 places rated 4.7 and the others at 4.6.
The data presents a snapshot of highly recommended activities in the city. The list reflects activities that appeal to a wide range of interests, from outdoor recreation to cultural education. All selected places have at least 500 reviews, ensuring a substantial base of visitor feedback. This method helps highlight destinations that are both popular and well-regarded by locals and visitors alike.
| # | Name | Area | Rating | Reviews | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assiniboine Park | Assiniboine Park | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 5,423 | |
| 2 | Manitoba Museum | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 3,632 | |
| 3 | Kildonan Park | Kildonan Park | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 3,552 | |
| 4 | Leo Mol Sculpture Garden | Assiniboine Park | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 2,387 | |
| 5 | Royal Canadian Mint | Saint Boniface | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 2,287 | |
| 6 | Kings Park | Fort Richmond | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,432 | |
| 7 | Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada | Airport | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 1,358 | |
| 8 | The Forks Market | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 20,009 | |
| 9 | Canadian Museum for Human Rights | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 5,562 | |
| 10 | Assiniboine Forest | Winnipeg | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 888 | |
| 11 | St. Vital Park | Pulberry | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,994 | |
| 12 | Winnipeg Art Gallery | Colony | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 2,104 | |
| 13 | Bunn's Creek Centennial Park | River East | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 664 | |
| 14 | Saint Boniface Cathedral | Saint Boniface | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 659 | |
| 15 | The Forks National Historic Site | Downtown | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 554 | |
| 16 | Bois-des-Esprits | Saint Boniface | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 551 | |
| 17 | Kilcona Multi-Use Park | Ki l- Cona Park | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,222 | |
| 18 | Prairie Dog Central Railway | Rosser | ★★★★★ 4.7 | 534 | |
| 19 | FortWhyte Alive | Tuxedo Industrials | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,056 | |
| 20 | Maple Grove Dog Park | Maple Grove Park | ★★★★★ 4.6 | 1,021 |
Assiniboine Park
Assiniboine Park is a large park open 24 hours. Reviewers often mention its gardens, Duck Pond Fountain, and conservatory. It has walking paths, green space, and fire pits, with features for picnics, cycling, and wheelchair access.
Opening hours
- Sun 00:00-24:00
- Mon 00:00-24:00
- Tue 00:00-24:00
- Wed 00:00-24:00
- Thu 00:00-24:00
- Fri 00:00-24:00
- Sat 00:00-24:00
Manitoba Museum
The Manitoba Museum in Downtown is a natural history museum open Tuesday to Sunday. Reviewers often mention the planetarium, science gallery, and interactive exhibits like a ship replica.
Opening hours
- Sun 10:00-16:00
- Tue 10:00-16:00
- Wed 10:00-16:00
- Thu 10:00-16:00
- Fri 10:00-16:00
- Sat 10:00-16:00
Kildonan Park
Kildonan Park is open daily from 7:00 to 22:00. Reviewers often mention picnics, the splash pad, and flower gardens. It features walking paths, a duck pond, and amenities like barbecue grills and cycling lanes.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-22:00
- Mon 07:00-22:00
- Tue 07:00-22:00
- Wed 07:00-22:00
- Thu 07:00-22:00
- Fri 07:00-22:00
- Sat 07:00-22:00
Leo Mol Sculpture Garden
The Leo Mol Sculpture Garden is in Assiniboine Park, open from 9:00 to 21:30. Reviewers often mention the sculptures, garden flowers, and peaceful atmosphere.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-21:30
- Mon 09:00-21:30
- Tue 09:00-21:30
- Wed 09:00-21:30
- Thu 09:00-21:30
- Fri 09:00-21:30
- Sat 09:00-21:30
Royal Canadian Mint
The Royal Canadian Mint in Saint Boniface offers tours Tuesday to Saturday. Reviewers often mention the tour guides, coin making process, and gift shop. It is recommended to get tickets ahead as appointments are required.
Opening hours
- Tue 09:00-17:00
- Wed 09:00-17:00
- Thu 09:00-17:00
- Fri 09:00-17:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
Kings Park
Kings Park in Fort Richmond is open from 7:00 to 22:00. Reviewers often mention its trails, waterfall, and off leash dog park. It also features a labyrinth, paved bike trails, and public restrooms.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-22:00
- Mon 07:00-22:00
- Tue 07:00-22:00
- Wed 07:00-22:00
- Thu 07:00-22:00
- Fri 07:00-22:00
- Sat 07:00-22:00
Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada
The Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada is near the Airport, open Monday to Friday. Reviewers often mention aviation history, interactive exhibits, and the aircraft collection.
Opening hours
- Mon 10:00-17:00
- Tue 10:00-17:00
- Wed 10:00-17:00
- Thu 10:00-17:00
- Fri 10:00-17:00
The Forks Market
The Forks Market in Downtown is open from 7:00 to 22:00 daily. Reviewers often mention the river view, food variety, and spots like Fergies Fish N Chips.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-22:00
- Mon 07:00-22:00
- Tue 07:00-22:00
- Wed 07:00-22:00
- Thu 07:00-22:00
- Fri 07:00-22:00
- Sat 07:00-22:00
Canadian Museum for Human Rights
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Downtown is open Tuesday to Sunday. Reviewers often mention the architecture, human rights exhibits, and interactive displays. It offers features like assisted listening devices and a gift shop.
Opening hours
- Sun 10:00-17:00
- Tue 10:00-17:00
- Wed 10:00-17:00
- Thu 10:00-17:00
- Fri 10:00-17:00
- Sat 10:00-17:00
Assiniboine Forest
Assiniboine Forest is an urban forest with trails for biking and walking. Reviewers often mention seeing deer and enjoying nature. It is suitable for picnics and has kid friendly hikes, though specific hours are not listed.
St. Vital Park
St. Vital Park in Pulberry is open from 7:00 to 22:00. Reviewers often mention the Duck Pond, picnics, and fire pits. It has a boat launch, walking trails, and features like barbecue grills and picnic tables.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-22:00
- Mon 07:00-22:00
- Tue 07:00-22:00
- Wed 07:00-22:00
- Thu 07:00-22:00
- Fri 07:00-22:00
- Sat 07:00-22:00
Winnipeg Art Gallery
The Winnipeg Art Gallery in Colony has varied hours, including late opening on Wednesday. Reviewers often mention Inuit art, Indigenous carvings, and candlelight concerts.
Opening hours
- Sun 11:00-17:00
- Wed 11:00-21:00
- Thu 11:00-17:00
- Fri 11:00-17:00
- Sat 11:00-17:00
Bunn's Creek Centennial Park
Bunn's Creek Centennial Park in River East is open from 7:00 to 22:00. Reviewers often mention trails for walking and biking, a skating rink, and a toboggan slide. It has picnic tables and barbecue grills.
Opening hours
- Sun 07:00-22:00
- Mon 07:00-22:00
- Tue 07:00-22:00
- Wed 07:00-22:00
- Thu 07:00-22:00
- Fri 07:00-22:00
- Sat 07:00-22:00
Saint Boniface Cathedral
Saint Boniface Cathedral is a Catholic cathedral open weekday mornings and afternoons. It has a 4.7 rating from over 650 reviews. The site has wheelchair accessible entrances, parking, and restrooms.
Opening hours
- Mon 08:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
- Tue 08:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
- Wed 08:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
- Thu 08:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
- Fri 08:00-12:00, 13:00-16:00
The Forks National Historic Site
The Forks National Historic Site in Downtown is open 24 hours. Reviewers often mention the river, scenic views, and its proximity to The Forks Market. It is a historical landmark with onsite services.
Opening hours
- Sun 00:00-24:00
- Mon 00:00-24:00
- Tue 00:00-24:00
- Wed 00:00-24:00
- Thu 00:00-24:00
- Fri 00:00-24:00
- Sat 00:00-24:00
Bois-des-Esprits
Bois-des-Esprits in Saint Boniface is a park open 24 hours. Reviewers often mention trails for biking, tree carvings, and wildlife like deer. It is suitable for picnics and welcomes dogs and children.
Opening hours
- Sun 00:00-24:00
- Mon 00:00-24:00
- Tue 00:00-24:00
- Wed 00:00-24:00
- Thu 00:00-24:00
- Fri 00:00-24:00
- Sat 00:00-24:00
Kilcona Multi-Use Park
Kilcona Multi-Use Park is a dog park open 24 hours. Reviewers often mention friendly dogs, trails, and disc golf. It has an off leash area, ponds, and features like picnic tables and a baseball field.
Opening hours
- Sun 00:00-24:00
- Mon 00:00-24:00
- Tue 00:00-24:00
- Wed 00:00-24:00
- Thu 00:00-24:00
- Fri 00:00-24:00
- Sat 00:00-24:00
Prairie Dog Central Railway
Prairie Dog Central Railway in Rosser is a rail museum with limited hours from Wednesday to Sunday. Reviewers often mention the steam locomotive ride, train robbery shows, and comfortable cars. It welcomes families.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-12:00
- Wed 09:00-15:00
- Thu 09:00-15:00
- Fri 09:00-15:00
- Sat 09:00-12:00
FortWhyte Alive
FortWhyte Alive in Tuxedo Industrials is open daily from 9:00 to 17:00. Reviewers often mention bison viewing, wildlife, and trails on boardwalks. Activities include snowshoeing, hiking, and cycling.
Opening hours
- Sun 09:00-17:00
- Mon 09:00-17:00
- Tue 09:00-17:00
- Wed 09:00-17:00
- Thu 09:00-17:00
- Fri 09:00-17:00
- Sat 09:00-17:00
Maple Grove Dog Park
Maple Grove Dog Park is open 24 hours. Reviewers often mention river access, trails, and a fenced area. It has open fields, picnic tables, and welcomes dogs and children with free parking.
Opening hours
- Sun 00:00-24:00
- Mon 00:00-24:00
- Tue 00:00-24:00
- Wed 00:00-24:00
- Thu 00:00-24:00
- Fri 00:00-24:00
- Sat 00:00-24:00
Tips before you go
- Check hours, as many museums like the Manitoba Museum are closed on Mondays, and the Royal Canadian Mint is closed Sunday and Monday.
- Several parks, including Assiniboine Park and The Forks National Historic Site, are open 24 hours, offering flexibility for visits.
- For the Royal Canadian Mint and Prairie Dog Central Railway, plan ahead as they recommend getting tickets or have specific appointment requirements.
- Many parks like Kildonan Park and St. Vital Park have barbecue grills and picnic tables, making them suitable for gatherings.
- If visiting with dogs, consider off leash parks like Kilcona Multi-Use Park or Maple Grove Dog Park, which have river access and trails.
- Wheelchair accessibility is common, with features listed for entrances, parking, and restrooms at most sites.
How we made this list
This list was made using Google ratings and review counts as of October 22, 2026. A weighted rating was applied so places with very few reviews do not rank unfairly high. Only places with at least 500 reviews were considered for inclusion. The list also includes only places that were open at the time of data collection. The final selection represents a range of categories and neighbourhoods based on this consistent data.
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