Downtown Winnipeg Biz

There is a rich history and density of art and architecture in downtown Winnipeg. The Downtown BIZ offers tours tailored to your group or school, whether you would like an introduction or overview of downtown, tips for staying s

afe, or a tour of art and architecture.

Plus, choose from a host of other downtown tours that run mainly during the summer months.

Or venture inside one of downtown’s many art galleries or museums.

Year-round Tours

Downtown Tours
Learn more about downtown with a personal tour from the Downtown BIZ and/or Downtown Watch Ambassadors. The Downtown BIZ would be happy to arrange a tour for your group or school. Tours can include an introduction to downtown Winnipeg (e.g. the indoor walkway system, popular attractions, etc.), downtown safety, art and architecture, and more. Call 958-4640 or e-mail us to arrange your personalized tour!

Summer Tours
There are a host of summer tours in downtown Winnipeg, from walking tours to bus tours to boat tours. Take your pick and learn more about our city!

Muddy Water Tours
May 1-Sept. Discover the intriguing history of Downtown Winnipeg on these walking tours. The Boom & Bust of Winnipeg: the rise and fall of the “Chicago of the North” from 1874-1915. Wed-Fri. Murder, Mystery & Mayhem: tales of murders, ghosts and executions. Wed & Fri. Pestilence, Shamans and Doctors: sacred medicines of First Nations people, the legacy of the Grey Nuns and diseases that plagued early Manitobans. Friday. Call to book: 997-TOUR (8687). www.muddywatertours.ca

All About Ghosts Tours
May-Oct. Thursdays & Fridays. Experience this guided walking tour of Winnipeg’s most spooky spots, from hotels and mansions, to the Legislative buildings. 782-7193, www.ghosttoghost.ca

Exchange District Walking Tours
June 1-Sept 1. Discover this national historic site, just north of Canada's renowned corner of Portage and Main. Mon-Fri, 10am & 2pm. Mon-Fri, noon: 45-minute specialty theme tours. 942-6716, www.exchangedistrict.org

Selkirk Avenue Historic Walking Tour
June 17-Aug 30. Tour the cultural and commercial heart of the North End. By appointment. 586-3445.

Splash Dash Water Tour
May-Sept. (depending on river conditions) See Winnipeg from a whole new view while enjoying the weather. Docks on Red and Assiniboine rivers. 783-6633.

Paddlewheel Riverboats Tours
May-Oct 15. Enjoy Winnipeg’s scenic rivers. Alexander Dock. 944-8000 or 942-4500, www.paddlewheelcruises.com

Red River Interpretive Boat Tours
June 17-Sept 12. Tues-Sun, 10am-7pm. Departs from The Forks. Pre-registration required: 986-5663.

“In Riel’s Footsteps” Theatre & Cemetery Tour
July 2-Aug 31. Learn about Louis Riel and Manitoba history in this theatrical tour of St. Boniface Cathedral’s cemetery. 233-8343.

Parks Canada Tours of The Forks National Historic Site
May 28-Aug 29. Beaver Tales and River Trails. Bilingual tour with costumed characters trace the 6,000-year transformation of the Forks and Winnipeg. 983-6757.

Haunted Winnipeg Tours
Bus Tours, Investigative Bus Tours and Vigil Nights at St. Boniface Museum. 989-9630, www.heartlandtravel.ca