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Days Winnipeg in 4 g. Not to worry because we've got So you've only got limited time in Winnipe lights and some hidden gems too. an itinerary that hits all of the city's high , two or three-plus days—and you'll Explore Manitoba's capital city in one how long you can stay. discover the best of Winnipeg, no matter en: Barb Johnson; Osborne (l-r) Leo Mol Sculpture Gard Day 1 Fuel up for the day at The Frenchway Café and Bakery on Lilac Street in the heart of Corydon Avenue's shopping, dining and entertainment district. Savour fresh French pastries and sip rich, creamy cappuccino. Next, wander Corydon Avenue and pop into boutiques, gift shops and art galleries dotting the thoroughfare. Inside Stoneware Gallery, pick up a piece of original pottery by a Manitoba artist. Hit Antiques and Art, Things Antiques & Gifts, and Selim's Antiques for vintage treasures and contemporary objects. Stop at Green Apple Skateboard Shop for the latest urban boarding gear and clothing. After your Corydon Avenue shopping trip, head west to Assiniboine Park, home to Winnipeg's zoo, English Garden, Leo Mol Sculpture Garden and Conservatory. Step inside the Pavilion 10 Winnipeg Gallery Museum to explore Winnie the Pooh. This new, permanent exhibit houses a signed original copy of the book, the only known oil painting of Winnipeg's namesake bear by illustrator Ernest H. Shepard, toys and figurines. Admire the exotic plants inside the Conservatory before strolling through the English Garden and Leo Mol Sculpture Garden. Then, pop by Assiniboine Park Zoo to see approximately 200 species of animals. While here, visit the new International Polar Bear Conservation Centre and check out the construction progress on Journey to Churchill, which is set to open in 2014 and promises to be the world's most comprehensive polar bear exhibit. For lunch, park yourself at the Park Café inside the nearby Qualico Family Centre or take a short walk over the pedestrian bridge spanning the Assiniboine River to Star Grill. Both spots offer innovative lunch and brunch dishes on menus populated with harvest-fresh soups, sandwiches and salads—many made using regional ingredients. Next, head to Osborne Village for a dose of boho chic and urban living at its hippest. The neighbourhood, located just south of downtown 2013 Visitor's Guide d Expectations: Ernie Wall Village: Dan Harper; Bake across the Assiniboine River from the Manitoba Legislature, is home to an eclectic mix of artists, designers, architects, students, young professionals and families. The shopping, dining and entertainment hub includes loads of small independent shops. Stop at Dream Closet, Out of the Blue and American Apparel for the latest trends in fashion. Rooster has shoes covered while Rockabetty's racks are loaded with rockabilly and bombshell styles, including retro-hip cowboy shirts and cherry-print pencil skirts. For dinner, linger over Spanish tapas and fine wine at Segovia. Or pop by Unburger, Winnipeg's gourmet burger bar for a specialty bison patty and some sweet potato fries. Dessert beckons at Baked Expections, home to one of the city's largest dessert spreads. Try the scrumptious cherry cheesecake or fill your fork with classic chocolate cake inside this modernized classic diner.