Tourism Winnipeg

Shopping Itinerary

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Start off your shopping adventure in the Corydon area with some much needed sustenance at Falafel Place, where you
can fill up on its famous falafel breakfast. Eggs and bacon are served alongside the well-spiced chickpea balls with a
generous dollop of hummus. 

Once you’re done, it’s time to explore this buzzing neighbourhood. Check out fashion-forward threads and covetable shoes at exclusive women’s boutiques such as Cha Cha Palace and Soul Shoes & Accessories or Uomo Casual Fine Clothing for Men. Then, outfit your home with gorgeous one-of-a-kind furniture from Blue Moon Evolution and Room for Style, or antique treasures from Abbey’s Antiques, Selim’s Antiques and Things Antiques & Gifts. If you’re on the lookout for fabulous gifts— Radiance Gifts & Treasures is full of ideas from candles to journals, while fun,
retro candy and memorabilia makes Sugar Mountain a sweet stop. Special interest seekers can pick up specialty beauty products at boutique and salon Maison S, mystery books at Whodunit? or gardening goodies at The Green Scene.

Continue further west down Corydon Avenue for another cluster of locally owned shops. Get some fuel for more
shopping at Berstein’s Deli, serving classics like Reuben sandwiches and potato latkes. Browse through a welledited
collection of luxury brand clothing at Luxe Label and Candie & Dolls. If you’re looking for some sparkle, check
out the gorgeous gems at Diamond Gallery. Next door, shop for trendy children’s clothing and the latest in baby
accessories at Lux for Sprouts.

Full Day
Enjoy a grilled Manitoba natural prairie New York striploin and egg breakfast at downtown urban diner The Ground
Floor. Once you’re ready to power shop, hit up popular spots like The Bay and Mountain Equipment Co-op, along
with more than 100 shops and services at Portage Place Shopping Centre, including Argento World of Silver,
Mach Artworks, Uptown Sports Cards & Collectibles, Ardene, Sterling Shoes and HMV.

Walk a few minutes to the historic Exchange District where turn-of-the-last-century architecture is contrasted against
trendy boutiques, art galleries and funky vintage shops. Get glammed up with pretty party dresses at Paperdoll Clothing, sexy heels from The Foxy Shoppe, on-trend makeup from local cosmetics company Provici and jewellery made by Winnipeg’s own Hilary Druxman. If you love vintage, look no further than shops like Antiques & Funk, Rhymes with Orange, Hoopers, Ragpickers and 84 ½. Music lovers can browse used record store Into the Music and Winnipeg
Folk Festival Music Store. Shop for other special interests at Toad Hall Toys, Warehouse Artworks Ltd., Red River
Book Store, U.N. Luggage, Imagine Games and Hobbies, Birks Jewellers and more.

By now, you’re probably hankering for a nibble. Sweet seekers should pop into Cake-ology for a signature cakette—a ball of cake slathered in buttercream and coated in chocolate. Satisfy a savoury craving with a trip to the Line-Up for deep-dish pizza or chicken fingers served in a paper cone with honey dill sauce.

Take a 10-minute drive to Osborne Village, a shopping paradise for young hipsters and trendsetters. Here, fashionistas will find plenty of places to pick up the latest threads and accessories at boutiques such as Silver Lotus, Out of the Blue, Rooster, Hush/Shout, Luxe & Charm, Para Mix, The Closet and American Apparel. Gourmands head
to The Canister and Happy Cooker for the latest coffee accessories and cooking gadgets. For cute and quirky gifts,
head to Desart and Osborne Antiques Mart.

In the evening, there are plenty of dining options to choose from in the Village. Savour Manitoba regional cuisine at
local hot spot fude, or opt for trendy tapas at Segovia. If you’re on the hunt for a juicy burger, check out Unburger’s
inventive twists on the classic. Cap the evening off with a slice of cheesecake at Baked Expectations, a pint at
The Toad in the Hole Pub & Eatery or creative martini at G Martini Bar.

Full Day 2

Before diving into the bookshelves chock full of classics, bestsellers and specialty titles at McNally Robinson
Booksellers, make your way to on-site eatery Prairie Ink Restaurant & Bakery. Tuck into sophisticated breakfast
fare, like French toast with caramelized bananas, chai lattes and silky quiche. Browse the charming gift selection and
head up to the whimsical second story “tree house” for popular children’s books. Wander into the attached Grant
Park Shopping Centre and stop in at women’s boutique October for designer jeans and Diva Lingerie for pretty
undergarments.

Now it’s time to head over to Winnipeg’s largest mall, Polo Park Shopping Centre and indulge in some serious retail
therapy. Fill your shopping bags at more than 200 hip retailers like Kiehl’s, Forever 21, Club Monaco, L’Occitane,
Hollister, Apple Store and Coach.

The shopping fun continues with a quick drive to upscale Academy Road, where six blocks of independently owned
boutiques await. Hunt for unique global goods at Simran’s Unexpected Treasures and Island Imports. Those with an
eye for fashion can get their fix at chic boutiques such as Mad About Style Boutique, Moule, Loka, Chestnut Lane
Boutique and Divine & Conquer. Along the way, buy some locally made bath and body care at Tiber River Naturals,
outdoor lifestyle gifts at The Garden Room and statement jewellery at Joan’s Accessories & More.

Refuel for more shopping with a glass of Canadian wine and exquisite dishes prepared with regional ingredients from
bison to pickerel at fusion grill, or enjoy a posh pizza with the well-heeled set at sleek and chic eatery Pizzeria Gusto.
Last, it’s time to pop into the city’s other shopping hot spots (depending on what direction you’re headed). At St. Vital
Centre, favourite retailers like Old Navy, Bath and Body Works, Buffalo Jeans, Aeropostale, MAC Cosmetics,
West Point Shoes and Build-a-Bear Workshop make it a favourite destination in the south end. Heading east on
Regent Avenue, visit Kildonan Place for stores like Eclipse, Le Chateau and Shoe Warehouse. If you’re near McPhillips,
Garden City Shopping Centre features flagship tenants such as Winners and Canadian Tire. Big box housewares
and clothing outlets as well as numerous other stores line Kenaston Boulevard, where you’ll find Home Sense,
Indigo Books & Music, Urban Barn, Home Outfitters, Bombay, Liz Claiborne, Nygard, Adidas and Motherhood
Maternity.