Top Things to do in Manitoba
Top Hotels in Manitoba
- 1. The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview
- 2. Hyatt House Winnipeg-South/Outlet Collection
- 3. Inn at the Forks
- 4. Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre
- 5. Best Western Premier Winnipeg East
- 6. Fort Garry Hotel
- 7. Days Inn & Suites by Wyndham Brandon
- 8. Super 8 by Wyndham Winnipeg West
- 9. The Grand Winnipeg Airport Hotel by Lakeview
- 10. Best Western Plus Pembina Inn & Suites
Top 10 Sights & Landmarks in Manitoba, Manitoba
Discover the best top things to do in Manitoba, Manitoba including Gimli Viking Statue, Manitoba Stampede & Exhibition, Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site, Bay Shore Road, Hecla Provincial Park, Manitoba Legislative Building, Mennonite Heritage Village, The Forks National Historic Site, Churchill Northern Studies Centre, Prince of Wales Fort.
Restaurants in Manitoba
1. Gimli Viking Statue
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By BlueCarRoadTripper - Winnipeg, Canada
Decided to take a drive to the Viking Statue today. Incredible views and history at this location. Some great info about families that have lived here and the history of it. Easy to walk around here and benches to sit and relax while looking out into the lake.
2. Manitoba Stampede & Exhibition
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
The Manitoba Stampede & Exhibition is Manitoba's ONLY Professional Rodeo. We were established in 1964 and are proud to bring you rodeo and chuckwagon action every July.
Reviewed By Brrr_in_MB
Manitoba Stampede is a must see event for all ages! There are lots of free activities to do, great variety of food trucks, a midway, free petting zoo, and a fantastic rodeo and chuck wagon performances! All the perks of Calgary Stampede right here in Manitoba! Make sure to stay for the evening entertainment in the saloon, and pick up a souvenir from the VAS General Store!
3. Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 234 reviews
Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site of CanadaHistory will unfold before your eyes at this restored 19th century fort where costumed staff recreate the 1850s in the Red River Valley. Come and meet the Governor of the Hudson’s Bay Company as he strolls through his garden, barter with the company clerk, sit in a tipi and listen to the whispers of ancient legends, and touch the coarse fur of a bison hide at the oldest stone fur trading post in North America – or, if you prefer, scour the fort for clues in a family scavenger hunt. There is something here for the whole family.Living-history programs run mid-May – Labour Day, 9:00 – 5:00 daily. Daily guided tours in English and French and motorized access for mobility challenged visitors available. Regularly scheduled tours are offered in September. Don’t forget to ask us about our Halloween and Christmas programs. The site is open to groups year-round for tours, weddings or meetings by pre-booking.
Reviewed By NorsemanOBN - Thunder Bay, Canada
My wife and I visited this historic site on a Sunday morning in mid September . We parked our vehicle by the closed gate and walked to the buildings about 1/2 a kilometres or so away. No one else was at the site but since the gates were open we entered into the space within the walls. To experience being alone in a place of such significance in Canadian history was very emotional since I worked for the HBC and one of my ancestors was here in the 1860's. The resident cat came to sit with me as I absorbed the ambiance of this remarkable place. While I am pleased that Parks Canada allows people to visit this enchanting site when staff are not present there should be signage to indicate this is allowed and to provide parking closer to the site.
4. Bay Shore Road
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 47 reviews
Along this road is the site where threatening polar bears are kept.
Reviewed By TravelinSuz - Chandler, United States
We were here for the bears. As we were looking for things to do while waiting for a flight we drove along this road. Pretty scenic last fall and white out wonderland picture in winter. We saw a bear huddling in a snow bank, our first bear.
5. Hecla Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 99 reviews
This small cluster of islands was once settled by migrating Icelanders.
Reviewed By adventuresofmichelle - Winnipeg, Canada
Had a wonderful weekend in Hecla Provincial Park Campground Our check in was a pleasure. Both campground office ladies were smiling, friendly, knowledgeable with directions and efficient. Thank you both for a warm welcome. Our Vacation Cabin for 2 was clean and cozy. It had cupboard space, a mini fridge, a microwave, sink, nearby water source, fire pit, picnic table, broom/dustpan/mop/pail for cleaning, and a short walk to the parking lot & washrooms We hiked the Moose Trail 9.6km to the West Quarry - what a wonderful place of history The fish flies were abundant along the shorelines. However, the beautiful butterflies and honeysuckle were abundant as well. We visited Helgi Jones Parkway for a higher viewpoint (to help out we picked up litter as well) and history then Sunset Beach to of course, (picked up litter here too) watch the sunset. Social Distancing was used respectfully in the park office, local general stores, washroom/shower buildings - a round of applause for all in Hecla this weekend. After check out we visited the Quarry to enjoy the sounds of waves rolling in on the rocks. A parking lot, washrooms and a rock staircase down to a few picnic spots with fire pits are available here(picked up some littered picnic trash here). Then we were off to the Grassy Narrows Marsh Trails (parking lot/washroom/picnics available)- mosquitoes chased us away on the Chorus Frog Trail but will go back someday The Madtom Trail Marsh Viewpoint was beautiful and an easy 0.6 km with no mosquito swarms.
6. Manitoba Legislative Building
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 635 reviews
Visitors from outside Manitoba as well as residents of the province are always made welcome at our magnificent Legislative Building. Everyone is invited to watch the proceedings of the Legislative Assembly when it is in session from the vantage point of the Visitors' Gallery. The building is open every day for self-guided tours from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm. From September - June, guided tours are available on a pre-booked basis for groups of 10 or more. To book an appointment please call the Tour Program Office. From July 1 to the Labour Day long weekend in September, tours are offered on an hourly basis. The Legislative Building is wheelchair accessible, including the Visitors' Gallery.
Reviewed By michellegV8416FW
The manitoba legislative building was designed by a Freemason. It has hidden secrets that are revealed by the historian Dr. Frank Albo, on one of the most interesting and entertaining tours of architecture you will ever attend. Highly recommended! We booked through Heartland Travels.
7. Mennonite Heritage Village
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 133 reviews
The Mennonite Heritage Village features two galleries and a reconstructed late 19th century Mennonite village. Experience the life of early Mennonite settlers and hear their story as they seek to live as peacemakers in this new world. Eat traditional food at our restaurant in the village. The galleries are open year round. The village and the restaurant are open seasonally. Check our website for details.
Reviewed By 440shaynec - Manitoba, Canada
Living in Manitoba I have heard so much about this museum and never had a chance to visit until now. Steinbach's phrase is "It's worth the trip" and this museum definitely delivers. Beyond the large modern entrance facility the village is accurately set up along a main Street. The commercial buildings are all well maintained, and well interpreted. There are volunteers selling local artisan items in the general store, I volunteer in the blacksmith shop and a very well-stocked restaurant right in the middle of the museum. I suggest coming in the morning to be the museum, eating lunch on site and then continuing in the afternoon. The homes / farm buildings are very well set up, including live animals which is fantastic! There are many volunteers keeping this organization moving forward. The iconic windmill is very interesting, but there is also a section of the Berlin Wall and a memorial imported from Russia. If you've never been to this museum, it's definitely worth the trip!
8. The Forks National Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,082 reviews
Discover a green oasis in the heart of Winnipeg. This nine-acre (3.6 hectare) park, which encompasses open green spaces and tree-lined walkways, is a national treasure owned and operated by Parks Canada. Enlightening interpretive displays, inspiring sculptures, stone pictographs and ceremonial bronze gambling sticks embody the Site’s rich continuum of historical events that span over 6,000 years.
Reviewed By phenning2347 - Dnipro, Ukraine
So much history! So much to see! It is a little sad that the European influence dominates and overshadows the Indigenous Americans', which is much older, richer and more sacred. Many interesting plaques and artefacts from both eras to be seen. I prefer the outdoor displays - the Wall Through Time and Oodena Celebration Circle - and of course quiet walks along the river-walk. It is worth spending an entire day, if that is enough time to see it all. Definitely worth visiting again and again.
9. Churchill Northern Studies Centre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
Reviewed By kpslove - Winnipeg, Canada
We rented a car and drove out to the CNSC. The drive was well worth it and the Centre was very interesting. The old Rocket Range is also close by, so brush up on your history to make this trip more worthwhile.
10. Prince of Wales Fort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By 7ahc - Hampden, United States
Our visit to the fort was in the rain but of course you can't choose the weather. In spite of that we had a wonderful visit with the Governor (portrayed by a Parks representative) who gave us a fascinating history of the fort and the activities of the fur traders until the French took over. Since we started to get some lightening we cut the visit short, but I could have stayed and asked a lot more questions.
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