History buffs will enjoy the numerous museums and historic sites in Manitoba, while there are numerous opportunities for nature lovers to enjoy excellent locales for hiking, bird-watching, and viewing other wildlife. Visitors seeking cultural entertainment will be enthralled at Manitoba's diverse festivals and eclectic arts scene. A stroll along the white sandy beaches is a must and there are lush provincial parks.

Winnipeg
Steeped in the history of hearty voyageurs and European culture, Winnipeg's sleek skyline welcomes you to a landscape where massive herds of buffalo once roamed across the Prairies. Fun-filled festivals, incredible attractions, world class arts and much more can be found here. Feel the warmth of winter at the 30th annual Festival du Voyageur a celebration of French-Canadian culture in St. Boniface, Winnipeg's French Quarter. Explore Winnipeg's unique neighbourhoods, travel through history, see the sights, and check out the calendar of events.

The Forks
Winnipeg' most popular tourist attraction.It has been a meeting place for 6,000 years. Built at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers, this 20 million dollar 9 acre site, is a joy to all. 80 year old railway stalls were converted to shops and restaurants in 1987 There was also a 6 story glass tower and observation deck built. Europeans came here by canoe and started the first settlement in 1738. By 1870 steamboats replaced canoes.  In 1890 the railway replaced steamboats. There is a river walk system running from Kildonan Park to the Legislative grounds and beyond.

Museum of Man & Nature
A very good museum, with exhibits of wildlife, and geology. There are sights, sounds and smells to tell us about the history of Native Indian life. A good recreation of a 1920's town complete with stores and a cinema.
Police Museum
A small museum displaying uniforms, wanted posters and a Harley Davidson. Included is an original jailcell from the early 1900's.

Beaudry Park
These woods are home to some of the largest elm, cottonwood and maple trees in the area. Choose the Wild Grape, or Elm Trail to wander along the twisting south bank of the Assiniboine River. If you feel like you're being watched, you're probably right. White-tailed deer, fox, owls, raccoons, beaver and muskrat are plentiful. Walking out of the forest, wander by tall grass prairie in the process of being restored to its natural state. Walk, picnic, or canoe along the Assiniboine. For hiking there are two easy trails of 2.5 km/1.6 mile. and 2.8 km/1.7 mile. In Winter the woods and open spaces become a network of trails, with cross-country skiing available on Beaudry's four novice trails. Snowmobile trails wind along the Assiniboine River in the shadows of giant cottonwood.

Whiteshell Provincial park
This park depicts what we typically think Canada is. LaVerendrye, stumbled upon this very special place on his search for the Western Sea. Forests teem with wildlife, lakes abound with fish, and there are massive rock cliffs and valleys. You will see miles of scenic beauty dotted with peaceful picnic areas, beaches, tennis courts, and cozy resorts. In the fall, when the trees are painted with vivid oranges, yellows, and rust, the Park is spectacular, like an artist's palette. A short walk down a wooded path leads you to the Petroform site at Bannock Point. Rocks, laid out on the bedrock, in the shapes of snakes, fish, and turtles, were believed to have been made centuries ago by Aboriginal people for their value in teaching and healing ceremonies.

At West Hawk Lake the fish hatchery raises trout, walleye, and other species to replenish Manitoba's fishing stock. At the Alf Hole Goose Sanctuary, you can see Canada Geese at close range. Each spring a flock of over 200 birds returns to the Park. The goslings hatch from mid May to June. During the summer months, the visitor centre offers a variety of interpretive events, displaying the history of the sanctuary and the biology of Canada geese. There is also a self-guiding hiking trail and an observation gallery overlooking a small lake. Geese flying in formation fill the sky when they suddenly break formation and swoop down, seeking only a brief rest before continuing on their journey south.  
Visit the Lily Pond, which was created 3.75 billion years ago by advancing glaciers which left the high rock cliffs surrounding the pond. During the summer, the pond is covered in a blanket of white and yellow lilies. Wildlife to be seen, include, otters, chipmunks deer and fox. Rainbow Falls is a popular stopping place for visitors. The falls boast a wheelchair accessible dock for handicapped fishing enthusiasts and can be reached by car or a 4 km hike. The Museum of Geological History at West Hawk Lake, has displays of geological interest, including the history of the formation of West Hawk Lake as well as other interesting facts unique to the area. The Whiteshell Natural History Museum is located at Nutimik Lake. This museum is an authentic log building, which houses a superb collection of bird and animal specimens of the boreal forest.
Atikaki Provincial Wilderness Park
Best visited by canoe, a lifetime adventure awaits in the vast, undisturbed wilderness of Atikaki.It is a wildlife haven in one of the most magnificent examples of shield country anywhere. Atikaki provides a wild and undeveloped taste of Manitoba's great outdoors. Canoeing the waterways you'll meet face to face with times long past. Set-up camp, only to discover traces of those who stopped there centuries ago. With over 600.0 km/372.8 miles. of interconnected waterways to travel, you can easily spend a month canoeing and still see more. The Bloodvein, a Canadian Heritage River, offers classic wilderness canoeing. The whitewater of the Pigeon River is known, by rafters and kayakers, on par with the Snake and Colorado.

Lake Winnipeg A remnant of Lake Agassiz, a prehistoric glacial lake, Lake Winnipeg is 428 km (266 miles) long and has an area of 24,390 sq km (9417 sq miles). The shallow lake is fed by several rivers, including the Red, Saskatchewan, and Winnipeg, and it is drained by the Nelson River, which flows to Hudson Bay. Among the large islands in the lake are Reindeer and Hecla islands. The western lakeshore is well forested. Lake Winnipeg's southern shore is a popular summer resort area. The name Winnipeg is Cree for murky waters, and may have been given by English explorer Henry Kelsey when he visited the area in 1690. The lake was reached in 1733 by the French Canadian explorer Pierre Gaultier de Varennes, Sieur de La Vérendrye.

Interlake
Discover the colourful history, rich cultural heritage and natural beauty of the INTERLAKE- Inland Oceans. Bordering Winnipeg, this land between the lakes has something for everyone, whether you are on a family vacation, a romantic getaway or a hearty eco-adventure. Whether you are travelling twenty minutes or several hours, travelers who journey to this area enjoy a variety of activities from sailboarding, fishing, hiking, bird-watching or participating in one of the many community events and festivals. The most famous community festival is Islendingadarinn (Icelandic Festival of Manitoba), which brings thousands of visitors to Gimli, the largest Icelandic settlement, outside of Iceland itself. There is a festival or event for all enthusiasts - Lundar Farmer's Market, the Teulon Tractor Pull or Riverton's Fun Fest Days. The Interlake's many marshlands, including the world class destination, Oak Hammock Marsh are home to bountiful wildlife and are renowned for the countless species of birds. It is a must to head to one of the world's two largest lakes, there are many beaches, and the lakes provide an opportunity to explore your adventurous side, windsurfing or sailboarding.

Churchill
Churchill, is on the western shore of Hudson Bay about 650 air miles (1,000 kilometers) north of Winnipeg, at the mouth of the Churchill River. The town is surrounded by unspoiled landscape, unpolluted water, clean air and a panorama of colour that has to be seen to be believed. The area is known by the Inuit (Eskimos) as the "Land of Nanuk" - the polar bear. Churchill's climate is one of extremes in temperature: In July, it has been known to snow, or can reach highs of 77 - 85 F (25 - 30 °C). From mid-October to late March and even into April, parkas, heavy boots and mitts are the apparel of the day. Winter can be mild, but temperatures can also drop to -40°F (-40°C). Hudson Bay and the Churchill River freeze up in late October; spring break-up usually occurs in June. Your visit to Churchill can include many unique adventures, at various times of the year.
Bring clothes that can be layered and hiking boots or good walking shoes. A light parka, wool toque and cotton or light wool gloves may be needed for spring and fall. The airport, 5 miles south of the town, has one of the longest runways in North America. Flights depart from Winnipeg for Churchill five times a week, with a flight time of about 2 1/2 hours. Via Rail services Churchill three times a week; it's a 35 hour trip from Winnipeg. The trip takes two nights and a day, and is a rare experience as it jogs past hundred of miles of boreal forest and tundra. Churchill is much more than bears. Yet it is the polar bear that represents the spirit of the tiny community. The strong independent animal relies upon its instinct and intelligence to survive in the North.
Polar bears were once thought to be solitary animals that would avoid contact with other beasts except for mating. In the Churchill region, however, many alliances between bears are made in the fall. These friendships last only until the ice forms, then its every bear for himself as they hunt the seals. Churchill has earned the nickname "Polar Bear Capital of the World" because of the annual convergence of hundreds of bears on a point of land just outside of town. Churchill is known by many names: To prairie farmers, railway workers, and merchant seamen - it's Canada's northernmost seaport and grain-handling centre. To ornithologists and marine biologists - it's a birder's and whale watchers paradise. To the amateur and professional photographer - it's a wealth of subject matter that one could spend a lifetime filming To the tourists from all corners of the world - it defies description and each person leaves with their own interpretation of the incredible vastness of the region. In 1621, a French scientist, Pierre Gassendi, saw the lights in the north and named them after the Roman goddess of dawn, Aurora. He added the word 'borealis' for the Roman god of the north wind, Boreas. The lights became known to scientists as the aurora borealis. Among the many things Churchill is famous for, it is also the best place to see this great phenomenon.