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Must-See Destinations

Discover some of Manitoba’s favourite places to visit.

These must-see destinations deliver the best of Manitoba: easy access to amazing outdoor attractions, interesting cultural attractions and museums that showcase our history and heritage and one-of-a-kind attractions that are fun for the whole family. These destinations make a great day trip or if you’re looking for a weekend or extended stay, choose a hotel, cozy bed & breakfast, lakeside cabin or nearby campground as your home base.

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Get ideas for your next road trip by checking out some of Manitoba’s most popular itineraries.

Must-See Places in Manitoba

Two people and their dog walk across a short footbridge on a walk through the forest in Brandon Hills.

Brandon

Brings You Back.

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Tourism information building and gardens at Wasagaming - Clear Lake.

Clear Lake Country

Explore in and around Riding Mountain National Park.

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Person posing on rocky hill top overlooking the river near Flin Flon.

Flin Flon

The Water & The Wild.

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Vikings line up for battle at the Icelandic Festival in Gimli
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Gimli

The heart of New Iceland.

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Morden mosasaur roadside attraction and sign

Morden-Winkler

Explore What We're Famous For.

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Two cyclists enjoying the Back Forty bike trails in Neepawa.

Neepawa

Where Stories Take A Beautiful Turn.

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People walking and riding bikes along a path in the park, Portage la Prairie

Portage La Prairie

Island On The Prairies.

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Saint Boniface Cathedral exterior

St. Boniface

Passion & Histoire.

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Kids sitting at the end of a dock at sunset in The Pas, Manitoba

The Pas / OCN

Gateway to the North.

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Canoeing through the Caddy Lake Tunnels.

Whiteshell

Breathe in the outdoors.

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Mist rising over Pisew Falls at sunset.

Thompson

The North Is Calling.

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Gimli

Icelandic settlers founded this lakeside community and their Viking roots live on through Gimli’s festivals, museums, public art and spirit for adventure on Lake Winnipeg.

Flin Flon

Known as the “city built on rock”, there’s a lot more to Flin Flon than its mining past. Nestled into the vast wilderness of northern Manitoba, Flin Flon is a surprising city that is alive with arts, culture and outdoor adventure.

Brandon

There’s something about Manitoba’s second largest city: it’s a place where you’ll instantly feel at home and be welcomed like an old friend.

Clear Lake Country

A visit to Clear Lake Country is more than just a visit - it’s an experience. It’s a place where adventurers and artists, explorers and entrepreneurs connect to create an experience found nowhere else in Manitoba.

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Discover Manitoba Towns

Whether it’s roadside attractions, an abundance of a certain species of animal, or a feature flower: Manitoba's towns and cities have their own distinctive flair. Read on for Manitoba's known but not-so-official capitals.

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We picked a few of our favourite scenic day trips that combine beautiful vistas, delicious nosh and a little adventure along the way.

An areal view of a winding road through yellow and green trees, along the shore of a lake.

Itineraries

New adventures are waiting.

A person standing at the edge of a marsh, looking out over the fog covered water.

Outdoor Adventures

Explore Manitoba’s parks and wild places.

A person fishing from the rocks along a rushing river on a sunny day.

Parks

Protected spaces for iconic adventures.

Interior of Qaumajuq the Inuit art Centre at the Winnipeg Art Gallery, taken from the upper level

Arts, Culture & History

Stories and creativity on display.