NORTH POINT DOUGLAS
WALKING THROUGH
HISTORY TOUR
See how the city grew from a colony
of settlers to a prosperous industrial
centre where prominent citizens lived
and how immigration contributed
to the area. Forty-five minute tours
begin at Ross House Museum (Joe
Zuken Heritage Park, 140 Meade
Street North). Call for availability
as a minimum of four is required to
operate the tour.
Tours run July and August,
Wednesday to Sunday.
Tel: 204.943.3958
Email: rhousemuseum@gmail.com
rosshousemuseum.ca
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FORKS AND
AREA WALKING TOURS
This new guided walking tour
highlights the rich history of the area
of the Forks and St. Boniface.
Tours run from May to October, on
Mondays, Thursdays, and Saturdays,
from 8:15 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and
depart from the VIA Rail station.
Tel: 204.233.8343 / 1.866.808.8338
Email: info@otours.net
otours.net
ST. BONIFACE CULINARY &
HISTORIC TOUR
Discover the rich history of
St. Boniface on this guided tour which
will also have you enjoying a four-
course dinner at several of its local
restaurants and eateries.
Tours run July and August on
Thursdays from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
OLD ST. BONIFACE
WALKING TOURS
Discover the unique architecture,
atmosphere, and charm of this
vibrant neighbourhood that reflects
the determination and "joie de
vivre" of Franco-Manitobans. See
the landmarks and learn about
the people and events that helped
shape St. Boniface. Tours start at Old
St. Boniface City Hall, 219 Provencher
Boulevard.
Tours run Victoria Day to Labour Day,
10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. daily.
Tel: 204.233.8343
Toll free: 1.866.808.8338
Email: info@tourismeriel.com
tourismeriel.com
PUBLIC ART TOURS WITH
THE WINNIPEG ARTS
COUNCIL
Learn all about public artwork in
Winnipeg: where it is, why it's there,
and what it means. Some works
are fun, colourful and interactive,
and others will encourage quiet
contemplation. Join us on an
informative roll or stroll and get to
know the artwork that punctuates
and brightens the city!
To see the schedule and sign up for
public art walking and biking tours,
visit the website.
Tel: 204.943.7668
Email: alexis@winnipegarts.ca
winnipegarts.ca/
GuidedPublicArtTours
SPLASH DASH
RIVER TOURS
Get a unique and scenic view of
Winnipeg's skyline from the river on
a historical tour on the downtown
waterways. Boat captains provide
colourful commentary on many points
of interest along the way. Tickets are
available at the Splash Dash kiosk at
The Forks harbour.
Tours run mid-May to mid-October,
daily, 10 a.m. to sunset., every
15 minutes.
Tel: 204.783.6633
Email: splashd@mymts.net
splashdash.ca
SQUAREPEG TOURS
Take a tour of something unexpected
and experience the spooky history
of Winnipeg on a whole new level.
Ride a bus to haunted locations or
stroll through the streets hearing tales
of true crime, plagues and medicine,
and the rise and fall of Winnipeg's
wealth. Christmas bus tours also in
December.
Check the website for information
on the variety of tours offered.
Tel: 204.898.4678
Email: squarepeg@shaw.ca
squarepegtours.ca
Public Art Tours: Mark Cohoe Splash Dash River Tours: Mike Peters
www.tourismwinnipeg.com
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