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
What to do and see in Manitoba, Manitoba: The Best Outdoor Activities
Discover the best top things to do in Manitoba, Manitoba including Blue Sky Expeditions, Steinbach Skatepark, Gorge Creek Trail, Pine Point Trail, Grand Beach Provincial Park, Riding Mountain National Park, Winnipeg Beach, Assiniboine Park Zoo, Ski Valley, Patricia Beach Provincial Park.
Restaurants in Manitoba
1. Blue Sky Expeditions
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 76 reviews
Reviewed By cptblah
The proprietors are very helpful with scheduling and seem really dedicated to the health and welfare of their dogs as well as to providing a wonderful experience for their guests. This experience will be part of my epic journey by train from Vancouver to Halifax! Dog sledding will be the highlight of my trip!
2. Steinbach Skatepark
3. Gorge Creek Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
I hiked the majority of the Gorge Creek Trail in July 2019 starting from the bottom of the gorge (the trailhead closest to the East Gate). The trail started off by following through a thick forested area. There were some pretty steep inclines in the beginning. Eventually, the trail opened up to the incredible gorge where it passed along a narrow edge. There were amazing views (and photo opportunities) of the escarpment and the lush forest covering the slopes! The trail was interesting and scenic with beautiful views, a varied landscape and lots of ups and downs to provide a good workout. You don't expect to find a hilly landscape like this in Manitoba so I really enjoyed this trail and it definitely didn't feel like I was in the Prairies. The trail is out and back and it continues along the same path back to the parking lot. I would recommend wearing sturdy hiking boots or shoes and bringing hiking poles for the steeper sections. The trail was dry and the bugs were not bad during my visit. I would also recommend re-visiting this hike in the fall when the leaves are changing colour. It's amazing! This hike is great for anyone looking for a challenge and gorgeous scenery along the way.
4. Pine Point Trail
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By BrittanyMExplores - Winnipeg, Canada
I completed this hike on the morning of June 20 2020. I arrived at 7:30 AM and was the first one there and enjoyed having the entire trail to myself for most of the hike (just passed a few groups on the way back). When I returned to the parking lot at 10:30, it was starting to fill up but the trail didn't feel busy at all on my way back. The hike begins on a wide path through the forest and arrives at a junction. I always take the trail to the right (the self-guiding 2.7 km one), as it's more scenic and interesting in the terrain. The other path is a wide, straight trail through the forest that also arrives to the first rapids and there is no elevation on that one. The scenic trail travels through a mix of forest and climbs over the rocky face of the Shield. There is a short, offshoot trail leading to a lookout point along the way, where there were beautiful views of the forest! There were quite a few muddy sections of the trail as you get closer to the first rapids... Make sure to bring extra socks and wear waterproof footwear! At the first rapids, there is a small warming hut with a wood stove. It's a nice place to enjoy a snack! There's also picnic tables on the rocks. The rapids were beautiful! The second loop is 2.8 km and is lesser traveled than the first section of trail and it's my favourite portion of the hike as it is very scenic! This section is slightly more challenging with more ups and downs over the rocks. It leads to Acorn Falls first and then Viburnum Falls. Both are gorgeous and offer pretty views! There were some fallen trees across the trail at various points, but they were easy to navigate. The mosquitoes were absolutely HORRENDOUS when I hiked here. I had to wear my bug head net to escape their attacks. Would highly recommend lots of bug spray and a bug net if you have. It was definitely helpful. There is an outhouse at the beginning of the trail and at the first rapids. I hiked the full 9 km loop and it took me roughly 3 hours to complete with some photo/snack stops along the way. Pine Point is one of my favourite hikes in the Whiteshell and I love the variety of terrain and landscapes and pretty views along the way. The natural beauty is amazing.
5. Grand Beach Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By TimaGur - Mississauga, Canada
First time for our teenage kids and my first time since I was 5 to visit this amazing beach and park. Beautiful clean soft white sand beach. It wasn’t a windy day so the water was calm, clean and only a few dead fish flies. Great to see how busy it was on a Tuesday! It’s such a great place for families of all ages. The boardwalk was great, water spigots so you could wash the sand from your feet before walking around. Full size outdoor showers at the site where the very clean bathrooms were(3 places along the length of the beach)Food, drink and ice cream places on the west side of the beach were great. Lots of food for decent prices. There are also shops where you can buy everything from beach toys, chairs, sunglasses, bathing suits, suntan lotion and more. Was able to rent a lounge chair for the day (40$ deposit 5$ rental fee) as we were visiting from out of province and didn’t have any. They also rent umbrellas and volleyballs. If you are looking for a great place to spend the day on a beach this is the number one choice. No local cottagers looking down on you for invading their beach. 5$ day pass to entre the park, lots of parking, lifeguards, clean!
6. Riding Mountain National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 255 reviews
Reviewed By 510iank - Edmonton, Canada
I was pit visiting my sister and she recommended that i drive through Riding Mountain park, it was fall, the colours were spectacular, it was a beautiful drive. ????????
7. Winnipeg Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 78 reviews
Reviewed By inflames - Skelmersdale, United Kingdom
Split into 2 beaches one normal then walk right and you have a dog friendly beach. I feel is the better one. Love the area lots of toilets and a nice safe area On holiday in winnipeg so it's only about 1 hour drive from winnipeg. And you see a bit more of what Canada is all about. Well worth a visit
8. Assiniboine Park Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,052 reviews
Located minutes from downtown Winnipeg in beautiful Assiniboine Park, the Assiniboine Park Zoo is one of Manitoba's premier tourist attractions. Home to nearly 200 animal species, the Zoo is a great place for exploration and family fun. Open year-round, the Zoo is the home of Journey to Churchill, one of the best arctic species exhibits in the world. Here visitors can experience polar bears and seals swimming above them in the amazing Sea Ice Passage as well as encountering musk ox, snowy owls, caribou and more! The Zoo also provides visitors with the opportunity to experience animal species from all corners of the globe including Amur tigers, camels, snow leopards and more. With over 80 park-like acres to explore, the Zoo has been a favourite destination for families, tourists, school groups, and animal lovers for over a century.
Reviewed By Growfbear - Halifax, Canada
No trip to the Peg should be without a trip to the zoo. It’s big enough that there’s space for large animals and groups. The specialty is on North American and particularly arctic/subarctic species. The polar bear conservation exhibit is excellent and there’s a swimming area for the bears and seals with underwater tunnel that when the bears are out is superb. They were snoozing in the heat today but the education piece hits home too. Together with elk, bison, musk ox, wolves, caribou, reindeer and arctic fox there’s a lot to learn about the north. And the exhibits obviously go through the winter too which makes it a year-round venue The special displays of butterflies and stingrays are interactive and great for kids. Loads to see and very well thought out. Love the zoo
9. Ski Valley
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Ski Valley is 7km north of Minnedosa on Hwy#10, We have 9 distinctive runs for all levels of skiers and snowboarders. We offer licensed dining, with the BEST homemade Ski Valley Cheeseburgers and chili - grilled cinnamon buns etc...YUMMM! We have a fully stocked rental shop with ski and snowboard rentals and also have the friendliest and most enthusiastic Instructors in all of Manitoba who will happily help you reach your goals on the slopes enjoying #manitobasbestsnow !!
10. Patricia Beach Provincial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By CFortlage - Winnipeg, Canada
When the crowds are getting too much this cozy beach is a great place to get away to and avoid the dense crowds found at other beaches.
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