Winnipeg

Free things to do in Winnipeg

17 places in Winnipeg you can enter for free — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best below, by type.

Parks & viewpoints

Free parks & viewpoints in Winnipeg

  • Air Force Heritage Park
  • Assiniboine Park
  • Assininboine Park2050 Portage Avenue
  • Battle of Seven Oaks National Historic Site
  • Bruce Park1966 Portage Avenue
  • Central Park
  • Kildonan Park
  • Kings Park198 Kings Drive
  • Memorial Provincial Park
  • Riel House National Historic Site330 River Road
  • Saint Vital Park
  • Stephen Juba Park
  • Vimy Ridge Memorial Park821 Preston Avenue
  • Westview Park
  • Whittier Park836 St Joseph Street
  • Wildwood Park
Free-admission days

When museums in Canada open free entry

Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.

If you'd like a guide too

Free & cheap tours in Winnipeg

A free walking tour runs on tips; there are also short low-cost tours. Check availability for your dates.

Tickets for attractions in Winnipeg, booking ahead skips the queue.

Q&A

Answers to your questions

What can you do in Winnipeg for free?
17 places in Winnipeg with free entry — museums, parks, viewpoints and landmarks. The best are gathered here by type.
Are there free museums in Winnipeg?
Yes. Some museums are always free; many others open free entry on a set day each month (often the first Sunday) or in the late evening. Check each museum's website before you go.
Is a city pass worth it if most sights are free?
Usually not. A city pass pays off when you visit 2–3 paid sights a day. If most of your day is parks, markets and free museums, skip it.
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