Timeline
15:50
Grab a coffee or a light bite at Cornelia Bean. It is a quick two-minute walk from the Uptown Theatre and perfect for settling in before the light changes.
16:10
Walk to the Uptown Theatre. The restored façade features a mix of Spanish, Moorish and art deco details. View it from the other side of the street where the lighting is best for the final approach to sunset.
16:55
Head to the Louis Riel sculpture on the grounds of the Manitoba Legislative Building. The sun sets toward the WSW, aligning perfectly with the view from this monument. The 46-minute walk from the Uptown Theatre allows you to time your arrival exactly for the golden hour.
17:25
Stay on the Legislative Building grounds to see the Golden Boy. As the light fades, the northward-facing statue offers a quiet, reflective end to the evening.
Local tip
The walk from the Uptown Theatre to the Legislative Building is long (46 minutes). Use this time to enjoy the city atmosphere. Check the route for the best path if you are unfamiliar with the area.
Check before you go
- Cornelia Bean is open Mo-Sa 10:00-17:00. Ensure you arrive before 17:00 for your pre-sunset snack.
Worth knowing
- Cornelia Bean is open at 15:50 only on Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Winnipeg (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).