Guidebook for Winnipeg
Parks & Nature
There are great nature trails for walking/jogging, lots of events, great local shops, and spectacular views of Winnipeg.
296 locals recommend
The Forks
There are great nature trails for walking/jogging, lots of events, great local shops, and spectacular views of Winnipeg.
640 acres of prairie, lakes, forest and wetlands including a 70-acre bison Prairie and related heritage exhibits; more than 9 km of interpretive nature trails; a family treehouse, floating boardwalks, and songbirds, deer and waterfowl in their natural habitat. Year-round fishing is available or visitors can enjoy more contemplative pursuits such as canoeing, hiking or bird-watching. Winter offers unique opportunities to enjoy ice fishing, snowshoeing, skating or tobogganing.
15 locals recommend
Fort Whyte Interpretive Centre
640 acres of prairie, lakes, forest and wetlands including a 70-acre bison Prairie and related heritage exhibits; more than 9 km of interpretive nature trails; a family treehouse, floating boardwalks, and songbirds, deer and waterfowl in their natural habitat. Year-round fishing is available or visitors can enjoy more contemplative pursuits such as canoeing, hiking or bird-watching. Winter offers unique opportunities to enjoy ice fishing, snowshoeing, skating or tobogganing.
Essentials
Full grocery store located within walking distance of our rental.
7 locals recommend
Downtown Family Foods
120 Donald StFull grocery store located within walking distance of our rental.
Sun Food Mart
74 Donald StPrices are high, but great to get any items you may have forgotten.
Full grocery store & pharmacy. 10-15 minute walk from the rental unit.
41 locals recommend
Safeway River Avenue
499 River AveFull grocery store & pharmacy. 10-15 minute walk from the rental unit.
Getting Around
Winnipeg Transit bus stops for major routes located on Main St at Broadway.
Blue Line Rapid Transit southbound buses to University of Manitoba and Investors Group Stadium.
Winnipeg station
Winnipeg Transit bus stops for major routes located on Main St at Broadway.
Blue Line Rapid Transit southbound buses to University of Manitoba and Investors Group Stadium.
Shopping
Major shopping mall. Accessible by bus routes 11, 21, 22, 24, 25 or 67 at westbound Portage Ave & Garry St.
80 locals recommend
Polo Park
Major shopping mall. Accessible by bus routes 11, 21, 22, 24, 25 or 67 at westbound Portage Ave & Garry St.
Shopping mall accessible via transit bus route 47 or 45 from Main and Pioneer northbound.
17 locals recommend
Kildonan Place
Shopping mall accessible via transit bus route 47 or 45 from Main and Pioneer northbound.
Shopping mall accessible by transit route 14 and 55 from Portage Ave and Fort St eastbound
71 locals recommend
St.Vital Centre
1225 St Mary's RdShopping mall accessible by transit route 14 and 55 from Portage Ave and Fort St eastbound
Drinks & Nightlife
King's Head Pub
120 King StGreat atmosphere to hang out in the Exchange District.
Great food and drinks with the opportunity to try your luck in their Casino.
19 locals recommend
Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill
233 Hargrave StGreat food and drinks with the opportunity to try your luck in their Casino.
Shannon's Irish Pub and Eatery
175 Carlton StGreat pub with live music.
A great place to enjoy a cold pint or glass of wine during your visit to the Forks. Meet up with friends in the historic Grand Trunk Pacific Railway stable and the Great Northern Railway stable which were joined together to fashion The Forks Market.
26 locals recommend
The Common
1 Forks Market RdA great place to enjoy a cold pint or glass of wine during your visit to the Forks. Meet up with friends in the historic Grand Trunk Pacific Railway stable and the Great Northern Railway stable which were joined together to fashion The Forks Market.
Food Scene
Elephant & Castle
350 St Mary AveGreat Pub food.
Two Kelly's Cafe
81 Garry StGreat breakfast and close to the rental.
Starbucks
481 River AveNeed someone to make your morning latte? Starbucks has you covered.
If you are looking for a great steak 2 minutes walking from the condo, this is the place to go
15 locals recommend
The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Garry Street
115 Garry StIf you are looking for a great steak 2 minutes walking from the condo, this is the place to go
Thida's Thai Restaurant
78 Donald StGreat Thai food at a great price
Peasant Cookery
283 Bannatyne AveGreat food for an elegant night out.
Formal dining menu with table side menu options. Large portion sizes and great options for sharing a great evening.
34 locals recommend
Upstairs in the Village
206 Osborne StFormal dining menu with table side menu options. Large portion sizes and great options for sharing a great evening.
Famous for their chicken fingers, but be sure to check their hours of operation.
Mitzi's Chicken Finger Restaurant
250 St Mary AveFamous for their chicken fingers, but be sure to check their hours of operation.
Looking for an incredible burger? Make sure you check out VJ's. *** CASH ONLY ***
11 locals recommend
VJ's Drive Inn
170 Main StLooking for an incredible burger? Make sure you check out VJ's. *** CASH ONLY ***
Arts & Culture
Host to many touring exhibits from around the world, the building itself is a piece of architectural artwork.
138 locals recommend
Winnipeg Art Gallery
300 Memorial BlvdHost to many touring exhibits from around the world, the building itself is a piece of architectural artwork.
Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre
174 Market AveHome to many different live performances.
Take a walk through history. Lots to explore here and great for kids.
95 locals recommend
The Manitoba Museum
190 Rupert AveTake a walk through history. Lots to explore here and great for kids.