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Forks Market

Forks Market
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Type of Site
Markets & Bazaars, Shopping Areas & Stores, Sports & Recreation
Neighborhood
Downtown
Interests That Apply
Local Culture, Shopping, History, Sports & Recreation, Outdoors
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Price: Free
Is there parking?: Yes
Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Mobility Obstacles: Stairs Busy/High traffic
Mobility Assistance Available: Elevator
Notes: Like all of Winnipeg, the Forks is required by law to be wheelchair accessible, with ramps and automatic doors.
Water/Drinks: Available on site or nearby.
This is a good place to get: Snacks Dinner Lunch Breakfast
Restrooms: Available
Baby Changing Facility: Yes
Notes: The restrooms are generally clean, though attendants sometimes fall a bit behind on busy weekends.
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Forks Market

The Center of it All


Expert Pick Family Time Must See

Address: Phone:
1 Forks Market Rd
Winnipeg, MB R3C 4L9
+1 204 942 6309 / +1 204 957 7618 (Forks hotline)
Fax: +1 204 943 7915

Description

Since its opening in 1989, this market has evolved into the quintessential gathering place. After 10 years of development of this historic site and restoration of several historic buildings, it is once again a thriving hub of activity. Walking distance from the downtown hotels and within five minute's shuttle from attractions such as the Convention Centre, Manitoba Legislative Buildings, Winnipeg Art Gallery, Manitoba Museum of Man and Nature, Old Market Square and Portage Place, the market is "must do" for anyone visiting Winnipeg. In addition, the new, national-caliber public skateboard park here draws hundreds of kids and equal numbers of fascinated adults to watch the young acrobats perfect their skateboard skills.


What you should know before visiting Forks Market

Times & Dates

Open Hours: 9:30am-9pm, Mon-Sat; 9:30am-6:30pm, Sun
Notes: Hours are limited during the winter.
Visit Time: 2hr-Full day(8hr)
Average Wait Time: None
Notes: Weekdays, many of the market area shops close around 6:30pm, but there's still plenty to do, including dinner at one of the locally-owned restaurants--no chains here!
Price: Free
Payment Types: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMEX

Exposure

Outdoor with some covering. Notes: You can spend most of your time indoors here, but winter visits to the outdoor skating area are popular among locals, and skates can be rented.

Age Recommendations/Requirements

Ages Admitted: Infants/Toddlers (0-3yrs), Children (4-8yrs), Pre-teen (9-12yrs), Teen, Adult, Senior
Ages that would most enjoy this site: All Ages
Groups that would most enjoy this site: Couples, Families, Friends, Groups, Solo Travelers

Transportation

Best Modes of Transportation: Automobile/Car Bus Taxi Train
Notes: If you're traveling by rail across Canada, the VIA Rail Station is steps away from the Forks, and stopovers always allow plenty of time to browse the shops and pick up snacks or souvenirs.
Parking Availability: Yes
Average Price per Hour: Free
Parking Safety: Safe
Notes: Free parking is a bit of a walk, but metered parking is available right by the market area buildings.


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