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Why is there a sphinx on the roof of Manitoba's Legislative Building? Why is a mysterious black star set into its floor? And why did the YMCA once brand Winnipeg the wickedest city in Canada?
On this 90-minute walking tour through the city's historic government district, you'll uncover the answers—and hear the outrageous-but-true stories the history books leave out. Meet the first mayor who kidnapped his own election opponent, the criminal who pulled off one of the biggest gold heists in Canadian history only to be foiled by a blizzard, and the police chief caught in his own brothel raid.
Then step inside the Legislative Building itself—one of the most beautiful government buildings in North America and, according to some, a secret replica of King Solomon's temple, built with hidden symbols most visitors walk right past.
Funny, surprising, and completely true, it's Winnipeg history told the way it deserves to be—at a relaxed pace, in small groups, with seating at most stops.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Please meet at 450 Broadway in front of the Canadian flag on Broadway, out front of the Manitoba Legislative Building.
Itinerary
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(Pass by)
Hear the scandal behind Winnipeg's Great War memorial—two winning designs were scrapped over anti-German sentiment before a third design was finally built—and the connection it has to the coins in your pocket
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Meet Winnipeg's first chief of police—hired off the street at 21 for punching out a wanted man, and later forced to resign after his own officers found him mid-raid in a brothel
Admission ticket free -
(Pass by)
Learn why Manitoba's most famous statue is actually a veteran of the First World War
Admission ticket free -
1Manitoba Legislative Building
Visit one of the most beautiful buildings in Canada—rumoured to secretly hide a replica of King Solomon's temple—and learn how its contractor secretly padded the province's bills by millions
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
Government House of Manitoba (Pass by)
Hear the story of the first time someone swore live on Canadian radio, during a royal visit that somehow involved two Kings and three Queens
Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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