UNPACK THE ADVENTURE
ESSENTIALS
OAK HAMMOCK MARSH Thriving wetland is home to nearly 300 species of birds and wildlife. Friendly interpreters assist in exploring marsh, meadow, and aspenoak bluffs daily from 10 am-4:30 pm. Adult $ 8, youth( 3-17) $ 6, seniors( 55 +) $ 7, family $ 26. Twenty minutes north of Winnipeg, 204-467-3300, oakhammockmarsh. ca
PARKS / TRAILS
ASSINIBOINE FOREST Walk through the 3 km of nature trails at Canada’ s largest urban park. This 700-acre forest is also home to 39 species of mammals, including deer, fox and 80 species of birds. Connects to the Harte Trail portion of the Trans-Canada Trail in its southwestern corner. Open daily sunrise to sunset, year-round. Grant Ave between Chalfont Rd and Shaftesbury Blvd, Map 2: E-3
ASSINIBOINE PARK Walk or bike the trails covering 153 hectares along the Assiniboine River. Home to the Zoo, English Gardens, Leo Mol Sculpture Garden, Pavilion Gallery, Pavillon Event Centre, Qualico Family Centre and Park Café. Open 24 hours daily. Main entrance at 2355 Corydon Ave. 204-927-6000, assiniboineparkzoo. ca, Map 2: D-3
BIRDS HILL PROVINCIAL PARK Park offers a beach, campground, ranch and recreational activities. Daily admission $ 5, annual pass $ 40. Gates open 7 am-11 pm. Located thirty minutes from downtown Winnipeg, east of Lagimodière Blvd( Hwy 59), 204-654-6730
KILDONAN PARK With lush gardens and trails, the park is home to some of the oldest trees in the province. Visitors can find Hansel & Gretel’ s Witch Hut and enjoy Rainbow Stage. Open daily sunrise to sunset year-round. 2021 Main St, 1-877-311-4974, Map 2: B-5
SPAS
BLACKSMITH PARLOUR A first of it’ s kind in Canada, up-scale men’ s salon offers nail treatments with a choice brews and beverages. 289 Garry St, 204-977-8267, blacksmithparlous. com, Map 1: P-3
MAGIC ROOM SPA Established in 1965, this spacious spa specializes in soothing treatments at affordable prices, including total care facial packages. 264 Edmonton St, 204-943-6702, magicroomspa. com, Map 1: P-4
RIVERSTONE SPA Surrender your senses to luxurious pampering with natural treatments in an upscale atmosphere. Inn at The Forks, The Forks, 204-944-2444, riverstonespa. ca, Map 1: Q-5
TEN SPA A hidden gem, this luxury spa bases its treatments on a combination of folk, scientific and old-school European traditions. Features the city’ s only Hamam Turkish bath with massages and scrubs given in exotic comfort. Fort Garry Hotel, 10th floor, 204-946-6520, tenspa. ca, Map 1: Q-4
THERMËA BY NORDIK-SPA Nestled among towering trees, this world class urban resort spa is a haven for rejuvenation. Offers relaxation with heated outdoor pools, saunas, thermotherapeutic baths, massage therapy and treatments. 775 Crescent Dr, 1-855-284-3344, thermea. ca, Map 2: F-4
TOURS
EXCHANGE DISTRICT TOURS Discover the history, food and culture behind some of the city’ s oldest and most architecturally stunning buildings at this designated National Historic Site. exchangedistrict. org, 204-942-6716, Map 1: N-4
DOWNTOWN TOURS Curious travellers will discover downtown Winnipeg with tours for food / drink lovers and history buffs. downtownwinnipegtours. com, 204-958-4640, Map 1: P-3
SPLASH DASH WATER BUS Opens May 20 Explore the Red and Assiniboine Rivers and tour the city on this unique water bus service. Adults $ 11, youth / seniors $ 9. Main dock at The Forks, 204-783-6633, splashdash. ca, Map 1: Q-5
WINNIPEG TASTING TOURS Choose from a selection of tours including a 4.5 hour local microbrews cruise, 3 stop wine and food or cocktail and distillery tours. A growing list of tours excites locals and visitors alike. Transportation is provided. Private group tours available. Adults $ 80. Book online winnipeg-tasting-tours. myshopify. com
WINNIPEG TROLLEY COMPANY From May 13, tour the city; or hop-on-hop-off to local microbreweries( as of June 13) in a 32-passenger Winnipeg Electric Company streetcar. Departs from The Forks Market, 1 Forks Market Rd, 204-226-8687, winnipegtrolleycompany. ca, Map 1: Q-5
SQUAREPEG TOURS Themed tours expose the secrets, mysteries, and mayhem of Winnipeg’ s early years. Explore the Manitoba Legislature during Symbols, Secrets & Sacrifices Under the Golden Boy; or walk through Murder, Mystery and Mayhem Tour. For list of tours and prices call 204-898-4678 or visit squarepegtours. ca.
WEST END MURAL TOURS Starts Jun 1 Tour Winnipeg’ s most colourful mural district with more than 50 artworks. Guided or self-guided tours available. Adults $ 5, children $ 2. Call West End Biz for hours and more information, 204-954-7900. Map 1: O-2
TOURS / WATER
CITY CATS FISHING TOURS Fishing tours in Winnipeg, Selkirk, Lockport and Whiteshell with Todd Longley, the“ Rock N Roll Fisherman”. Participants must have a Manitoba sport fishing license. Equipment and bait provided. Half day trips, $ 400 per boat. Full day trips, $ 500 per boat. Full day trips to Whiteshell. Visit citycats. ca
SPLASH DASH CANOE RENTALS Opens May 18 Spend a peaceful day exploring the Red and Assiniboine Rivers by canoe. Weather permitting. Rental: $ 10 / half hour, $ 18 / hour. See ticket booth at the docks at The Forks Historic Port, 204-783-6633, Map 1: Q-5
SHE’ S BACK!
UNPACK THE ADVENTURE
RE-OPENS JUNE 8, 2018
LASER SHOWS
PINK FLOYD DAFT PUNK RUSH STRANGER THINGS
Step aboard a 17th-century ship and hear untold tales of adventure.
See the Nonsuch from new perspectives as you journey through the revitalized Gallery.
STARTING MAY 12 MANITOBAMUSEUM. CA / LASERS
190 Rupert Avenue / Infoline: 204-943-3139 / ManitobaMuseum. ca @ ManitobaMuseum
34 where. ca MAY / JUNE 2018