Winnipeg - Manitoba Visit City Website Winnipeg is the capital and largest city of the Canadian province of Manitoba. Located at the eastern edge of the prairie region of Western Canada, Winnipeg plays a prominent role in transportation, finance, manufacturing, agriculture and education. Because all rail and highway traffic between eastern and western Canada must travel through or near the city, it is often called the "Gateway to the West" The city is a cultural centre and is the home of the Royal Winnipeg Ballet and the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. It boasts historic architecture, scenic waterways, a heritage river, numerous parks including Assiniboine Park, and distinctive neighbourhoods. Winnipeg is home to the Hudson's Bay Company Archives, and is in the area of the original settlements and farms in the west. Winnipeg has laid claim to the title of World's Longest Skating Rink along the Red and Assiniboine rivers. City Attraction Links A Maze in Corn Just minutes from Winnipeg in St. Adolphe, A Maze in Corn is Manitoba’s leading corn maze with a petting zoo, horse drawn hay rides and a giant bale pyramid. Open from August to November, it is a perfect group activity. Academy Uptown Bowling Lanes Strike up some fun! Whether you’re booking for a group, a party or a night on the town, Academy Uptown Lanes offers 30 lanes for 5-pin bowling. Bingo, Interactive and Glo Bowling are available. Academy Uptown Bowling Lanes is a landmark on the Academy strip. However, not many people know that the historic building, built in 1931, was once a movie palace. Assiniboine Park Zoo View exhibits displaying 1,700 animals of 325 different species including native polar bear, cougars, elk and bald eagles, as well as animals from around the world, such as the Red Panda, Afghanistan Markhors, tigers, leopards and monkeys. On-site restaurant and gift store. Fort Whyte Alive Fort Whyte Alive offers a beautiful natural setting and is located only 20 minutes from downtown. Winnipeg’s award-winning nature centre showcases the 70 acre, 30-head Bison Prairie exhibit, hiking trails with a prairie dog exhibit, family tree-house, bird feeding station, floating boardwalks, sod house, tipi encampment,  and waterfowl in their native pond habitats. Open year-round. Experience outdoor activities all year long including fishing and hiking. Winter activities include snowshoeing, skating and a super toboggan slide. Fun Mountain Waterslide Park Fun Mountain is the place for a fun family getaway or to just simply splash the hours away. Enjoy water slides, tropical theme mini-golf, and bumper boat rentals. Food concession, locker rentals, gift shop and free parking are also available. Thunder Rapids Amusement Park Come and enjoy the scenic park with fun filled rides and activities for all age groups. Thunder Rapids has five different types of go-karts, from Kiddie Karts to Thunder Karts, Water Squirting Bumper Boats, new batting cages, video games, concession stand, a huge free Jungle Gym, picnic areas, BBQ rentals, and don’t forget the gorgeous 18-hole Mini-Golf course complete with a waterfall and island green! U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf U-Puttz Black Light Miniature Golf is the newest and most exciting addition to family entertainment to hit Winnipeg!  This uniquely themed, artistically created 18 hole miniature golf course features realistic props and murals that will take you deep into the sea and back in time!