4 days in Winnipeg Itinerary

At the confluence of two rivers, Winnipeg started out as a small trading post in an area inhabited by indigenous tribes for thousands of years before the European arrival.

Get a sense of the local culture at Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site and The Forks National Historic Site. Explore hidden gems such as Royal Aviation Museum of Western Canada and Saint Boniface Cathedral. Explore Winnipeg's surroundings by going to Grand Beach Provincial Park (in Grand Marais), Mennonite Heritage Village (in Steinbach) and Lorette Golf Course (in Lorette). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Winnipeg Art Gallery, take in nature's colorful creations at Assiniboine Park, take in the exciting artwork at Plug In Gallery, and see the interesting displays at Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major airport is Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. In September in Winnipeg, expect temperatures between 69°F during the day and 50°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) to allow time to travel back home.