The Forks Historic Site: a Smartphone Audio Tour
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About This Tour in Winnipeg
Why Visit Winnipeg?
Winnipeg, Canada offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Winnipeg provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.
Getting to Winnipeg
You can reach Winnipeg, Canada by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.
What's Included
- No time constraints, take as long as you like to complete the tour
- Download on WIFI before (no signal required or data used during tour)
- Live GPS map shows route & your location
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours app for Android & iOS
What's Not Included
- Attraction tickets
- Headphones (optional - audio will play from device speaker too)
- Smartphone or tablet
- **Recommended attractions may be closed/inaccessible due to season or reasons beyond our control.
Cancellation Policy
Additional Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the incredible Forks! Live GPS map shows where youThis tour begins at The Plaza at the Forks Skatepark, after which you'll explore the many different locations that make up this beacon of heritage!
End Point
This tour begins at The Plaza at the Forks Skatepark, after which you'll explore the many different locations that make up this beacon of heritage!
Pickup Information
Pickup Option: All travelers must meet at start point
Itinerary
Tour Itinerary
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone... 5 minutes
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the incredible Forks! Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, audio commentary will automatically play! On this 2 1/2 km self-guided audio walking tour, you'll be going through the thousand-year old heart of Winnipeg. You’ll experience the many turning points of history here, from the first indigenous people to the fur traders who came later, from links to the railway to all the new features of today! Easy. Book the tour, download the app & go! Freedom. No crowds or time constraints allows you ultimate freedom to explore! Booking Options. The number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to. Trivia Challenge. Each tour stop has a fun multiple choice trivia question (optional) that adds to the Please note the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to.
If it's a busy day at the Forks,... 5 minutes
If it's a busy day at the Forks, you'll probably see a number of people walking up and down the pathway. However if you look closely, you’ll probably notice that one of them...
We might as well talk about the elephant in the room, er, the sky 5 minutes
We might as well talk about the elephant in the room, er, the sky. The enormous building to your right, which sort of looks like a tower wrapped in a glass cape, is...
Across the street to your left is a baseball stadium known as “Shaw Park” 5 minutes
Across the street to your left is a baseball stadium known as “Shaw Park”. You're standing directly behind the scoreboard! The stadium is home to the...
HIVE FIVE SCULPTURE 5 minutes
HIVE FIVE SCULPTURE. Just ahead of you, on the right side of the street, you should see what looks like five airplane wings sticking out of the ground. This is actually a...
RED RIVER 5 minutes
RED RIVER. Considering what tour this is, I would be remiss to not talk about the river on your left, the Red River! The river’s origin lies...
The bridge you're about to walk beneath is... 5 minutes
The bridge you're about to walk beneath is the Esplanade Riel Pedestrian Bridge, which connects The Forks to Winnipeg’s...
If you take a look to your left... 5 minutes
If you take a look to your left towards the river, you'll see a semi-circular cement object on the banks, or depending on the water level, partially submerged in the river. This is the...
Part of the goal of our tours are... 5 minutes
Part of the goal of our tours are to make learning fun, and this next location is absolutely perfect for that! It’s called the...
By now you've probably noticed something a little 5 minutes
By now you've probably noticed something a little.. different to your right. This is another...
FORKS HISTORIC RAIL BRIDGE 5 minutes
FORKS HISTORIC RAIL BRIDGE. he origins of this bridge go all the way back to 1888, when it was built as a wooden train bridge to access the...
NIIMAAMAA 5 minutes
NIIMAAMAA. Up ahead on the trail is one of this area’s most meaningful art pieces, and trust me you can’t miss it. This giant sculpture is called Niimaamaa, a name that means...
We're about to enter the Niizhoziibean trail 5 minutes
We're about to enter the Niizhoziibean trail! The name means “two rivers'' in Ojibwe (Oh-jib-way), and was given in order to honour Winnipeg’s...
Just ahead you'll see the Forks Historic Port 5 minutes
Just ahead you'll see the Forks Historic Port! This port goes way back, with it being used as a landing spot for the...
The large building to your left is probably... 5 minutes
The large building to your left is probably the place here that sees the most visitors, the Forks Market! Looking at it now, it might be hard to imagine, but it actually began...
Welcome to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People,... 5 minutes
Welcome to the Manitoba Theatre for Young People, or as it’s more commonly known, the MTYP! The company itself was established in 1965, and at that time it was called...
If you take a look to your right,... 5 minutes
If you take a look to your right, you'll see a beige, brick building with red-paned windows. This is the Johnston Terminal, and it’s been around since the early days of...
PUBLIC ORCHARD & URBAN GARDEN 5 minutes
PUBLIC ORCHARD & URBAN GARDEN. By now, I'm sure you've seen quite a few trees on the tour, but believe it or not, the ones around you right now are a special bunch! You see...
By now, you should see what looks like... 5 minutes
By now, you should see what looks like a very colourful playground, with some interesting features. What you’re seeing is called the Variety Heritage Adventure, and it was created...
PATH OF TIME 5 minutes
PATH OF TIME. If you look to your left, you'll see a circular stone area that looks slightly enclosed. If you look inside, you’ll find a...
If you take a look to your right,... 5 minutes
If you take a look to your right, you’ll see a large stone stage with a red roof. This, along with the rest of the area around you, is the CN Stage and Field, and it has been the site of...
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's close and you can spend as much time here as you like.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
How do I book this tour?
Click the "Book Now" button on this page to complete your reservation through Viator's secure booking platform. You'll receive instant confirmation via email.
Is this tour suitable for all ages?
Please check the age requirements and physical fitness level requirements listed in the tour details above. Some tours may have age restrictions or require a certain level of physical fitness.
