Winnipeg's Wealthy Beginnings: a Smartphone Audio Walking 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
- Flexible dates - tour is yours to keep and enjoy anytime on Tripvia Tours.
- Tour guide commentary automatically plays at each point of interest
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
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchair accessible
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Meeting and Pickup
Meeting Point
Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone as you explore the Broadway & MemorialTour starts at the iconic Hudson's Bay Building, one of 6 original departments stores in Canada.
End Point
Tour starts at the iconic Hudson's Bay Building, one of 6 original departments stores in Canada.
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 Broadway & Memorial area! On this easy to walk 2.5 km (return) tour, you'll explore the historical buildings, statues & monuments that make up this must-see section of the city. Highlights include the Legislative Building, Manitoba Club, Land Titles Building, Union Station & the Fort Garry Hotel. Don't just see the city, hear what it has to say! Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play. The tour also comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your guess at the answer. Keep the professional tour guide experience, ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices. Enjoy anytime, not just on your booking date. Stop & start anywhere along route. Note: the number of travelers you select is the number of devices you can download the tour to.
We'll point out the uniquely shaped building and... 5 minutes
We'll point out the uniquely shaped building and tell you a bit about why you may want to plan a visit!
We'll briefly tell you about this impressive building... 5 minutes
We'll briefly tell you about this impressive building and what it contains inside. It's actually a bit surprising!
Former Vaughn Street Jail 5 minutes
Former Vaughn Street Jail. We'll point this out to you and give you some cold hard facts on why you might want to keep walking.
You'll see this old building and learn a bit about it's function back in the day 2 minutes
You'll see this old building and learn a bit about it's function back in the day.
You'll see & hear about one of the... 5 minutes
You'll see & hear about one of the most important buildings in the development of Winnipeg.
Devon court apartments 5 minutes
Devon court apartments. Learn all about the fantastic old apartment buildings.
Tuckwell's School for Boys 5 minutes
Tuckwell's School for Boys. It's not here anymore, but we put a picture on the tour so you can see what it used to look like while you listen to it's importance to the area.
Monarch Life Building 5 minutes
Monarch Life Building. We'll point out this impressive building and tell you about the award it ALMOST won for it's architectural style.
Kenmore / Princeton Apartments 5 minutes
Kenmore / Princeton Apartments. We'll point out these apartments that at one time were Winnipeg's most upscale & luxurious!
If you're into trains, you'll definitely want to... 5 minutes
If you're into trains, you'll definitely want to visit this museum located inside Union Station. If not, we'll give you the gist.
You'll see & hear about western Canada's oldest... 5 minutes
You'll see & hear about western Canada's oldest operating private club, founded in 1874.
You'll walk through the historical gates and learn... 5 minutes
You'll walk through the historical gates and learn a bit about why they are here and what they signify.
You'll take a brief stroll through this urban... 5 minutes
You'll take a brief stroll through this urban heritage park and hear about it's importance to the creation of Winnipeg.
Fort Garry Place & Prairie 360 5 minutes
Fort Garry Place & Prairie 360. We'll point out the super modern condo complex and the towering Prairie 360 restaurant.
One of the most iconic hotels in the city, you won't miss this one 5 minutes
One of the most iconic hotels in the city, you won't miss this one.
You're in the navy now 5 minutes
You're in the navy now! Well, briefly if you decide to visit the museum. If not, we'll give you a brief overview while you walk past.
Patternson Block 5 minutes
Patternson Block. We'll point out this historic apartment block.
The Glines House 5 minutes
The Glines House. One of the three historical homes on the tour, we'll tell you about it's significance.
The Gilroy House 5 minutes
The Gilroy House. We'll point out this heritage home and tell you a bit about it's original owner.
You'll stroll past this incredibly beautiful old home... 5 minutes
You'll stroll past this incredibly beautiful old home while we tell you about it's past and present as a museum.
Robert Burns Statue 5 minutes
Robert Burns Statue. As you walk alongside the Manitoba Legislative Building, we'll point out the 'ol Scot and maybe even sing you one of his lullabies.
Butterfly Garden 5 minutes
Butterfly Garden. It's just off the route, but we'll point it out if you want to stroll through. We'll also point out some polar bears! Seriously.
Louis Riel Statue 5 minutes
Louis Riel Statue. We'll point out the towering statue and tell you why he was so historically important.
Golden Boy 5 minutes
Golden Boy. We'll show you Winnipeg's Golden Boy, perched atop the Legislative Building for all to see.
The route takes you around the grounds, so... 5 minutes
The route takes you around the grounds, so we figured we would give you a brief history on the building itself.
We'll point out this historical church across the... 5 minutes
We'll point out this historical church across the street and tell you a bit about it.
The tour concludes with a stroll through this small urban park 5 minutes
The tour concludes with a stroll through this small urban park. As you walk, we'll point out the statue of Sir William Stephenson, Manitoba's own James Bond.
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Not a point of interest on the tour, but it's nearby and 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.
