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Regina's Historical Downtown Smartphone Audio Walking Tour $6.99 | Saskatchewan

Listen to a tour guide through your smartphone!

On this 4.5 km sightseeing tour , you'll explore both old & new buildings, artwork & statues that make up this must-see section of the Queen's City.

Highlights include City Hall, Hotel Saskatchewan, the Old Post Office, Victoria Park, Union Station, McCallum Hill Centre & more!

Live GPS map shows where you are and where to go next. As you get close, tour guide commentary will automatically play!  

Keep the professional tour guide experience , ditch the crowded tour groups, tight schedules and high prices.

Listen to examples from the tour!  

Don't just see the Queen's City, hear what it has to say!

The tour also comes with a fun location based trivia game. After the commentary plays, look at your device and tap your guess at the answer. 

30+ fully narrated points of interest | Downtown Regina

Regina's Historic District

Average Customer Rating

4.5/5 -> 4 Total Reviews

Jun 17, 2023

Simple and rewarding! Easy to use concept, very affordable, interesting and above all very rewarding.

Jun 10, 2023

Great way to see the city! Was a great way to get to know Regina! We found that we were on the wrong side of the street to see some of the buildings, but it was good information and we enjoyed it. Unfortunately it was a very hot day and we couldn’t finish the whole thing.

Jul 25, 2022

Worth the Cost. Worked well. Liked the geolocation. Could just walk down the street and when I passed a site, the audio would automatically start playing. The details for each place were brief, but interesting. Only complaint I have was that the tour did lead me down a street that was under construction and I wasn't sure how to get around it, so I ended up missing about 5 of the sites on the list. In addition, it routed me down a street with a bunch of homeless people and drug addicts, but probably can't blame the app for that.

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Jun 16, 2023

Points of Interest

Sherwood department store, balfour apartments.

Knox-Metropolitan United Church

First Baptist Church

Land Titles Building

Hotel Saskatchewan

Federal Building

Old No1 Fire Hall

Municipal Justice Building

Motherwell Building

Leader Building

Conexus Plaza

Old Post Office

Northern Crown Bank

Willoughby and Duncan Building

McCallum Hill Centre

Victoria Park

Regina Cenotaph

Union Station

Regina Riot

Sir John A. Macdonald

Memorial Hall

Canada Life Assurance Company

Regina Telephone Exchange

Dunlop Art Gallery

Saskatchewan Revenue Building

St. Paul's Cathedral

Mosaic Stadium

How it Works

Hands free + audio , automatically plays, audio tours play based, on gps location, fun trivia questions, add to the fun, easy navigation with, live gps maps, professional tour guides, family friendly, no data used on tour , no signal required.

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98 Things to do in Regina in 2023

For those who rebel against the norm, go against the grain and want to try something a little different, we can bet Regina has something for you! From signature events, family fun, date nights and truly Saskatchewan moments – join is the Land of the Living Skies this year for a truly unique experience.

Break out of hibernation and experience winter, at least its always sunny.

1. 17,000+ paralyzers consumed during a week long event? Yee Haw, its Canadian Western Agribition hosted annually mid-November!

2. From Insta-worthy photo spots to family fun, there is lots of winter fun at four hubs around the city during Frost Regina !

3. Grab a sandwich from Country Corner and warm up at the Regina Floral Conservatory  from 1pm – 4pm daily (open at noon on Fridays!)

4. Rent Skis from Fresh Air Experience and hit one of the many cross country ski trails  around Regina

5. Cozy up for a outdoor date night at one of the outdoor winter firepits !

6. Grab your toboggan and slide into winter fun on one of Regina’s 19 toboggan hills

7. From March through November, the Government House Historical Society hosts Victorian Tea weekends . Held in the beautiful Government House Ballroom, a typical tea includes three sandwiches, a fresh scone and preserves, and a dessert, all served with an endless pot of tea.

8. Mission Ridge Tube Park

9. Get ready to lace up those skates! City crews are working to flood more than 50 outdoor rinks, and on Monday, December 19, most boarded rinks will be ready for use. Stay up to date on the progress by visiting the outdoor rink schedule .

10. Take the classic Canadian board game Crokinole and combine it with the favorite Saskatchewan pastime of curling and you get crokicur l! A game for people of all ages and abilities.

Time to put away the bunnyhug and soak up that summer sun.

11. Slap on the sunscreen, grab a rental bike and log a few km’s on Regina’s bike paths. 

12. Take part in the sunset ceremony on the Depot grounds at the RCMP Heritage Centre

13. Fireworks at Wascana Lake at the annual Canada Day Celebrations

14. Every Thursday, head down to Wascana Centre for boat tours, activities & games, food and music! For details one each week’s activities, music lineup and list of food trucks visit wascana.ca

15. How does a cheese platter with wine, overlooking a valley sound?  Grab some friends, or plan that date at Over the Hill Orchards, Picnic in the Orchard !

16. There are fewer more iconic Regina photos then those taken around Wascana Park! Rent a paddle board , canoe , or hop on a guided boat tour to take in the park from a different angle!

17. Take in a new perspective of the prairies with a Discovery Flight at the Regina Flying Club 

18. Go for cocktails and appetizers with a view at 20ten Eatery Penthouse Patio

19. Cheer your favourite team as they charge through the Wascana Lake during the Regina Dragon Boat Festival .

20. If you you have a need for speed, you aren’t alone.  The Kings Park Speedway built in1967 on the edge of the city is a local  hub for all things racing, some event days you can eve ride along with a driver!

We bleed green.

21. Grab a ‘pil and take in a ‘ders game at Mosaic Stadium.

22. Need to get that Boston Qualifying race out of the way? There are perks to being flat when getting your record time at the Queen City Marathon .

23. Join the regiment and cheer on the Regina Pats the home team in the Brandt Centre

24. What better way to celebrate warm weather returning then hotdogs & ball? take me out to the Regina Red Socks home game!

25. Cheer on the University of Regina Cougars at a home game

26. Perfect your swing at one of the four City golf courses, or one of the four  professional courses around the city

27. Who said the prairies are flat? Test your skills and endurance at the Regina Climbing Centre 

28. As of the end of the 2022 CFL season, six former Rams players were on CFL teams’ rosters. Needless to say, we do football right here in Regina. Check out future stars at a Regina Rams game.

29. Perfect your swing for the season at virtual golf @ First Tee

30. Serious fun with a lazer gun! Run around and burn off that energy at a Regina classic, Planet Lazer!

There are fewer things more Saskatchewan than knowing someone, who knows someone, who knows someone….

31. Get a whiff of dill pickle vodka on a tour at Last Mountain Distillery and get transported back to granny’s kitchen.

32. First Nations University of Canada Powwow invites you to join us as we celebrate through song and dance! With over 800 dancers and 20+ drum groups competing, the annual event is one to make a family tradition every year.

33. You may have visited the Science Centre as a child, but there is no reason to not go as an adult! Adult Science Nights  at the Saskatchewan Science Centre include more advanced programming and stage shows, a licensed bar and snacks, and the company of your friends.

34. From local produce, hand made goods, and the people who tell the stories behind it, all in one place! Stroll through the Regina Farmers Market for your Saskatchewan meal inspiration (Open May to October with some winter seasonal markets)

35. In August 1991, the remains of Scotty , the worlds largest T-Rex were located in the Frenchman Valley, about 4 hours South-West of Regina. Now, you can come see Scotty and learn her full story at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum !

36. Saskatchewan’s largest movie screen features a pair of IMAX 3D 15/70mm film projectors, ultra-high resolution images on a screen that is 52′ tall and 73′ wide. With more than 10,000 watts of audio power, there’s no wonder it’s called an IMAX Experience!

37. Need a break from staying with nana on the annual family vacation? Book a Regina’s hotel package   and make some new memories with the whole family!

38. Take in the Fireworks at Wascana Lake on Canada Day 

39. Enjoy a petting zoo, hayrides, learn about livestock, see farming equipment at the Fenek Farms. Located just 10 minutes north of Regina, Fenek Farms  is a great place to spend a day admiring the beautiful environment and breathtaking prairie sunsets.

40. Once the Leader Post building, now a giant adventure park. SkyPark Regina  is the perfect adrenaline rush with an indoor zipline, aerial ropes course, and climbing walls.

Don’t worry, there is more to Regina than just fields and football

41. Take in a show from the Regina Symphony Orchestra , which was founded 22 years after the city was founded in 1882!

42. Grab a pint and a roll of loonies and play pinball at Pile O’ Bones

43. Located in the Central Library, the Dunlop Art Gallery has a rotating exhibit floor featuring local and International artists, free of charge!

44. Every July, the Regina International Fringe Theatre Festival attracts provincial, national and international performing artists and world-class entertainment in the heart of the prairies in 3 venues, over 10 days!

45. Our dark skies give way for a platform of beautiful night skies that Nuit Blanche fills with art.

46. The Cathedral Village Arts Festival is one of Regina’s largest festivals spanning an entire week at the end of May that hosts dozens of performances and large outdoor events!

47. Live music and community comes together during the Regina Folk Festival mid-August. annually. The 2023 festival will offer free daytime concerts and workshops on Sunlit Stages, a children’s area with music, dance & crafts, a huge vendor market with all sorts of one-of-a-kind stuff and tasty treats, festival beer gardens, a pop-up record store as well as highly anticipated Mainstage performances!

48. From origins as a small troupe touring Saskatchewan schools, to the present as Canada’s only professional theatre in the round, The Globe Theatre  is a pioneer in the landscape of Canadian theatre. Check out one of their many shows happening all winter long.

49. The breadbasket of Canada has never been so tasty! Amp up your culinary skills at Schoolhaus Culinary Arts.

50. Something is burbling up from the bog, its SwampFest ! Grab the ferry to Willow Island at Wascana Observation Deck and enjoy local live music, art and food on Willow Island.

We may be known as government town, but there is lots to do after that 5 O’clock whistle.

51. Dewdney ave in the Warehouse District is you PM to AM entertainment district, get the gang together and head out on the town

52. Experience a piece of prohibition history and local whiskey at the 6 O’clock ritual @ Circa 27

53. Grab a glass of mead from Bushwakker Brewpub and then hit up some live music at Revival Music Room

54. Fill up on some pub grub at Baller’s Rec Room and get the batting cages featuring three state of the art batting cages with HitTrax virtual technology.

55. Your PM to AM entertainment location! Reopening March 27, the Casino Regina Show Lounge offers world-class live entertainment in an intimate and modern venue. Three tiers of table seating on the main floor, and theatre seating in the balcony offer the Vegas-style show lounge experience you want along with the state-of-the-art sound and lighting.

56. Eat, Drink & shoot pool at the Broken Rack

57. Self-Guided Hop Circui t tour of Regina’s craft breweries connecting the many wonderful breweries of central Regina through a convenient and walkable self-guided tour. You can bike the circuit in about thirty minutes, and walking the whole thing will take you just under two hours total (don’t forget bicycles are still vehicles, and using one while intoxicated is dangerous and considered driving under the influence).

58. Hop onto a distillery Tour at Outlaw Trail Spirits. Head down to the watering hole, and enjoy some old fashioned fun, brought to you by the Hooch Maker, Trail Boss, Head Rustler, and Head Train-Jumper at Outlaw Trail Spirits Inc.  

59. Grab supper after work at The Cure Kitchen + Bar  and enjoy their Open Mic night on Mondays

60. There is always something on at Conexus Arts Centre. Theatre, music, comedy, children’s shows and everything in-between!

We know how to party *cough* host a wicked event

61. Queen City Pride hosted annually in June is a 10-day celebration of the Gender and Sexually Diverse (GSD) communities of Regina. The festival features a series of events, organized by Regina Pride and other community organizations, that focus on highlighting culture, history, achievements, and struggles.

62. The Regina Multicultural Council (RMC) is excited to announce that a cherished Regina tradition is making its comeback in 2023! Take a trip around the world, right here in Regina during Mosaic a Festival of Cultures (trust us, wear stretchy pants).

63. Eat your weight in doughnuts, deep fried pickles, and perogies on a stick at the Queen City Ex

64. Drinks and Drindles, Oktoberfest is hosted every October at the German Club

65. Did you know Saskatchewan produces 95% of Canada’s lentils?   Canada’s Farm Show connects local producers and international customers with the latest in dryland farming equipment.

66. Nothing like live music with a view! Shake the Lake hosted annually in August features great live music paired with local food and stunning park views. Grab a lawn chair and get ready to dance the night away!

67. A short drive in mid-July towards Craven will put you deep into the best country music in the world. Country Thunder Saskatchewan annually hosts 20,000 ticket holders during the three day outdoor music festival!

68. You know it, we know it, I love Regina Day is a classic YQR experience not to miss if you’re in town!

69. Attend  Saskatchewan’s largest outdoor art and craft show & sale, showcasing handmade creations by Canadian artists and artisans who excel in their chosen medium. Hosted mid-June annually at the MacKenzie Art Gallery .

70. Hosted at on May long, Saskatchewan Highland Gathering & Celtic Festival incorporates older Highland Games events in Regina that have been running since the early 20th century! Pipers, drummers, dancers, heavy events athletes, and enthusiasts from all over Western Canada come to southern Saskatchewan each year on the May long weekend to participate in this exciting line-up of events.

Just outside town, we are all neighbors around here.

71. At the end of September, the Lumsden Scarecrow Festival hosts a robust street market and hay rides (2-4pm), garage sale at the museum, lantern parade for the kids, movie in the park, Fireworks and more!

72. Locally known as Wascana Trails , the Wascana Valley Natural Area Recreation Site boasts 15 km of trails that are perfect for all abilities and activities.

73. Western Adventure Miniature Golf Course is an 18-hole outdoor mini golf course that opened in fall of 2020 at Cedar Creek Gardens .  The course is a par 56 and will take just under 1 hour to complete as you work your way through wagons and carriages that date back to the early 1900’s

74. Book your Sherwood Forest  golf getaway today and come see why we’re Regina’s favourite destination for golf, camping, and family fun

75. Mark your calendar to go pick your pumpkin at Lincoln Gardens and stop by the terrifying haunted house every September

76. Winter horseback riding, camps and more! Dallas Valley Ranch Camp has something for those young and young at heart!

77. Engelheim Tours bring you some unique local tours that will really surprise you. Now is the time to focus our attention on Saskatchewan, they now feature “ Discover Saskatchewan Tours ”.

78. Daytrip paddle from Lumsden to Craven.  along the Qu’Appelle River from Lumsden to Craven. It is a quiet trip with calm water, even when its windy — aside from a couple places. The banks are very muddy and steep, so be prepared!

79. Pack the van and drive 9 km to the permanent drive-in movie theatre at Moonlight Movies Drive-in

80. Grab a hot chocolate from Dandy’s  and head out of town to the  Echo Valley Provincial Park Skating Loop

More of a history buff? Prefer a stroll around town? You can guarantee there are stories to be told

81. Take a tour and find your next vintage treasure on Regina’s Retro Route

82. Hosted in July and August annually Heritage Regina hosts historically accurate and educational 90-minute walking tours featuring stories of local people, places and community.

83. There is art around Regina everywhere you look! Wascana Park , Downtown , and everywhere in-between !

84. Embark on a journey to learn about Regina’s past. Take a self-guided tour through Regina’s Cathedral Area  or  Downtown Regina .

85. Take a trip back in time and be surrounded by local champions at Saskatchewan Sports Hall of Fame

86. Located in the Queen’s City itself, you don’t have to go inside the Saskatchewan Legislative Building  to appreciate it. It’s just as beautiful on the outside! Grab your camera and take some pictures of the beautiful architecture which is just as stunning in the winter.

87. Take in a show, performance or theatre production at Darke Hall. Originally opened in 1923 Darke Hall takes its name from Francis Nicholson Darke who was a prominent Regina businessman in the late 19 th  and early 20 th  century

88. Join acclaimed storyteller, Vincent Murphy, in his historical performance as Government House gardener, George Watt . Based on Watt’s personal journals, Murphy will transport the audience back to the spring planting season of 1910 and will provide a unique insight of what life was like at the turn of the century.

89. See the longest continuously-running historical drama in North America. The Trial of Louis Riel tells the story of  historic moment in time is a piece of upmost importance to Canada’s history.

We aren’t called the ‘land of living skies’ for nothing, get outdoors and experience that sunshine and space we have to offer!

90. Saskatchewan is known across the country as “The Land of Living Skies.” It’s no surprise with the spectacular sunrises and sunsets that regularly light up the horizon. Northern lights  are a piece of Canadiana that the more North you go, the more you will  see, but you will see them brighter in Regina in the winter months than in the Summer!

91. Beginning in 2000, Geocaching is still an ultimate scavenger hunt! There are over 20 Geocaches in Regina alone!

92. Take a view of Regina from a whole new level, Skydive South Sask is sure to bring thrill and excitement to your day!

93. Get Rover out of the house and head out to the off-leash dog areas provide an opportunity for dog owners and their dogs to exercise, play and socialize. There are three year-round off-leash dog parks and seven seasonal off-leash areas.

94. If you go 14 km northwest of Regina, off the Highway 11 at Exit A, you will reach a popular destination for school outings – the Condie Nature Refuge . Enjoy a drive to this prairie gem on a warm summer day, hikers can go along 4 km of nature trails or spend some time in the rock garden and explore the Condie reservoir.

95. Grab some local fares from Local & Fresh and have a fun day with your family, a barbeque picnic in the park. See the picnic sites the city has to offer!

96. Check out the White Butte Trails located 20 km east of Regina is a 5 km long pet-friendly hiking trail.

97. The capital of Saskatchewan represents the province well, with beautiful sights at every turn. On this fun-filled Regina scavenger hunt , we explore the iconic buildings, epic sculptures and great green spaces.

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15 Best Things to Do in Regina (Saskatchewan, Canada)

The capital city of Saskatchewan is the cultural and economic hub for the southern part of the province. Regina is a lovely city with a rich history that dates back to 1882. Some of this can still be seen today, making it a city well worth visiting.

Regina is filled with culture, having numerous performing arts centres, museums and annual events. It also has more parks and green spaces per capita than any other city in the country. All-in-all, it is a great city for a holiday with much to offer. Here are the best things to go in Regina :

• 1.  Wander around a museum

The Royal Saskatchewan Museum was the first ever museum to open in the province and in the Prairies. It is a natural history museum and is a great place to wander around for a couple of hours.

There are three separate areas at the museum, all of which are just as fascinating as the next. All of them have special exhibits to showcase their theme.

The Life Sciences Gallery teaches you about the province’s landscapes and biological diversity, while the First Nations Gallery is a view of the traditions and history of Saskatchewan’s aboriginal communities. Or opt to gaze at dinosaurs and reptiles at the Earth Science Gallery.

2. Watch cadets in training

Regina is home to the RCMP Academy, Depot Division, which has been conducting police training since 1885. Visit the depot and watch cadets in training.

Most people visit the depot on a Monday, Wednesday of Friday for the ‘noon parade’, which actually is not at noon but at 12:45pm. There are also plenty of other things to see.

The chapel is one of the most famous buildings on the grounds, what with its beautiful stained glass windows. Other buildings worth visiting include the Centennial Building, the Firearms Complex and the RCMP Heritage Centre.

3. Have fun with science

Since 1989 the Saskatchewan Science Centre has been letting people have fun with science. No matter what age you are, you will thoroughly enjoy a visit to this interactive science museum.

There are a number of permanent exhibits at the museum, as well as special exhibits that come around from time to time. The museum also hosts social events, like Adult Science Nights, the After Dark Film Series and Fantasy Food.

Watch critters crawling around, squeeze through tunnels, be an astronaut in training or play virtual hockey. There is also a shop onsite that sells some interesting souvenirs.

4. Go back in time

Being such an old city, it should be of no surprise that there are some fantastic historic districts in Regina. One of the most popular is the Warehouse District, which is just northeast of the central business district.

The Warehouse District used to be an area filled with warehouses that accommodated freight for the nearby railway station. Today, it is a lively neighbourhood that is filled with shops, restaurants, bars and nightclubs.

Some of the establishments in this area occupy historic warehouses. There are also quite a few cool residential accommodations.

5. Relax in a park

Not just any park, but the 9.3 square kilometre Wascana Centre that is built around Wasana Lake. This is the fourth largest urban park in the country and is even larger than New York City’s Central Park!

There are a number of buildings, facilities and attractions at the Wasana Centre, making it easy to spend an entire day here. It is also home to plenty of waterfowl, like ducks, geese and other birds.

Relax in the park all year round and watch people go by, or just admire the lake. The park is also the site of the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, the Saskatchewan Science Centre and the University of Regina, amongst other places.

6. Look at art

The MacKenzie Art Gallery is also within the Wasana Centre, though it is an attraction in its own right. There are eight galleries here, with over 160,000 people looking at its artwork each year.

There are over 3,800 pieces at the gallery, most of which are Western Canadian historical and contemporary works. Some of the artists who have work in the collection include Patrick Hayman, Bill Vazan, Ivan Eyre and Roger Ing.

Go on a self-guided tour of the gallery to admire and look at art. Don’t forget to head outside to wander around the outdoor sculpture garden.

7. Spend a day at the beach

The town of Regina Beach sits on the shores of Last Mountain Lake just northwest of Regina. The town is a popular summer resort area and is a great place to go if you want to spend a day at the beach.

Regina Beach has an old-fashioned charm about it, although it has been fully modernised. Swimming here is pretty good, as is laying around and working on your tan.

If you want to get out of the sun, head to the Lakeside Heritage Museum or enjoy a meal at one of the beachside restaurants. There are also a few shops for buying clothes and souvenirs.

8. Go to a show

Whether you are a fan of orchestral music or theatrical stage performances, you will not be bored in Regina. The city has so much to offer in terms of live performances, as well as a few venues to enjoy them.

Conexus Arts Centre is one of the largest and hosts numerous shows, including world-renowned travelling performances. It is also the home of the Regina Symphony Orchestra.

The Globe Theatre opened its doors in 1966 and since then has shown a plethora of performances. The building itself is also incredible, as it is housed in the Old Post Office.

9. Place a bet at the casino

Casino Regina sees over two million visitors a year and is arguably the biggest attraction in the city. Place a bet at one of its 35 game tables or try your luck on one of the casino’s 800 slot machines.

If poker is your thing, there is a 9-table poker room with classic, diamond and harvest poker classic games. There are also weekly Texas Hold’em tournaments.

When you are bored of gambling or want to spend your winnings, you can enjoy a show. There are also a number of restaurants onsite where you can enjoy a meal or have a drink.

10. Tour around parliament

Not only is the exterior of the Saskatchewan Legislative Building magnificent, but the interior is as well. In fact, the Beaux-Arts building is a National Historic site.

Take a 30 minute guided tour around the building and learn about its history. Don’t forget to bring a camera to snap photos of building and its beautiful surroundings.

The grounds of the building are also spectacular and have some great things to see. Some of these include an equestrian statue of Queen Elizabeth II and the Trafalgar Fountain, which was brought from London’s Trafalgar Square.

11. Stop and smell the roses

This is very possible to do at the Regina Floral Conservatory. The conservatory is home to tropical plants, flowers and trees, and is quite a tranquil place to be.

Stroll through the conservatory and admire the beautiful floral displays. These change around six times a year, so if you are ever visiting Regina at different times of the year it is well worth coming here again.

In additional to just being a beautiful place to walk around, the Regina Floral Conservatory also hosts events, like public teas and guided meditation sessions. There are also educational programs for the kids.

12. Enjoy an event

Regina hosts many throughout the year, all of which are a great experience. Enjoy an event and mingle with the locals no matter what time of year you are visiting.

One of the most popular events is the Queen City Ex, which is the largest fair in the province. Around the same time is the Regina Folk Festival, which is Western Canada’s longest running music festival.

In the winter, enjoy the Downtown Ice & Fire Winter Carnival, while November’s Canadian Western Agribition is Canada’s premiere agriculture show. There is also the Regina International Fringe Theatre Festival, the Cathedral Village Arts Festival and the multicultural Mosaic Festival.

13. Go on a shopping spree

Like any major city, this is very easy to do in Regina. Especially if money is of no object.

If you are a fan of locally-owned shops, walk along the pedestrianized streets in Cathedral Village or the Old Warehouse District. There are also large shopping malls with known brand shops, like the Cornwall Centre, Victoria Square Shopping Centre and Southland Mall.

Visit Regina between March and December to enjoy the Regina Farmers Market. Here, you will get the chance to buy local arts and crafts, and in some cases meet the artisan.

14. Paint yourself green and white

Many visitors don’t known this, but Regina is home to one of the biggest teams in the Canadian Football League; the Saskatchewan Roughriders. The team itself is not the best, but its fans are famous for their loyalty.

Paint your face in green and white and head to Mosaic Stadium to watch a game like the locals do. If you really want to get into the spirit, carve a watermelon and wear it as a helmet.

The regular season is from June until November. Tickets can easily be purchased online before your visit, or you can also try to get them on the day of, although this may be costly.

15. Lose yourself in religion

Not literally, although no judgement if you do chose to do this. And there are numerous places where you can go to either pray or just visit.

The Presbyterian and Methodist Knox-Metropolitan United Church is a beautiful church that was built in downtown Regina in 1907. If you are interested in the Mormon tradition, visit the Regina Saskatchewan Temple.

The Holy Rosary Cathedral is a Roman Catholic cathedral that was built in 1913. It is a beautiful Romanesque Revival church that features 43 André Rault designed stained glass windows

15 Best Things to Do in Regina (Saskatchewan, Canada):

• Watch cadets in training
• Have fun with science
• Go back in time
• Relax in a park
• Look at art
• Spend a day at the beach
• Go to a show
• Place a bet at the casino
• Tour around parliament
• Stop and smell the roses
• Enjoy an event
• Go on a shopping spree
• Paint yourself green and white
• Lose yourself in religion

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14 Top-Rated Things to Do in Regina, SK

Written by Michael Law Updated Dec 28, 2023 We may earn a commission from affiliate links ( )

Nicknamed the Queen City, Regina is Saskatchewan's capital city. Although it is perhaps not on most people's radar of places to visit, the city will surprise you with its friendly citizens, abundant green spaces, and an impressive number of things to do.

The city center is dominated by Wascana Lake , and many of the key tourist attractions are located nearby. Spend an afternoon walking from place to place or join the throngs of active, outdoorsy Reginians walking, biking, and strolling the extensive trail system.

The city has undertaken several revitalization projects and done an excellent job of re-energizing the downtown core. If you find yourself there on a summer weekend, be sure to swing by the farmers market on Saturday morning at City Square park.

For more ideas, see our complete guide to the best things to do in Regina.

1. RCMP Heritage Centre

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A visit to the RCMP Heritage Centre is one of the top things to do in Regina. Housed in an impressive modern building, the center provides an overview of the history of Canada's first police force.

Displays and information tell a fascinating story of the force, starting from its inception in 1873 as the North-West Mounted Police . Six exhibits deal with the history of the force and how it has evolved through the years to the modern-day crime fighting group of today.

In addition, two interactive displays offer hands-on entertainment. These include a driving simulator where you'll get behind the wheel of a police car and try your hand at tracking down crime. The second uses augmented reality to put a Sargent Major in the same room as he watches you organize your dorm room for inspection.

A visit here can be easily combined with a quick stop at Government House, just down the street.

Address: 5907 Dewdney Ave, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://rcmphc.com /

The Saskatchewan Provincial Legislative building occupies a stunning setting, with gardens leading into Wascana Park. It is perhaps one of the most beautifully situated legislative buildings in Canada, on par with those in Victoria, British Columbia.

Construction started in 1908 and was finished four years later in 1912. The building is clad in Tyndall limestone that glows in the afternoon sun. The building enjoys special status and has been a National Historic Site of Canada since 2005.

In front and leading down to Wascana Lake are the Queen Elizabeth II gardens , featuring the queen on her favorite horse in 1969.

Address: 2405 Legislative Drive, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://www.legassembly.sk.ca/visitors/

Wascana Park is Regina's signature park. Extensive walking and biking trails wind their way around 120-acre Wascana Lake. This extensive green space is in the heart of the city, and a visit here can be combined with stops at the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, Science Center, Legislative Building, or MacKenzie Art Gallery.

Surrounding the lake are large areas of trees and wide-open lawns, just perfect for tossing a football or having a picnic at one of the 70 sites. Public barbecues are available for use at no charge. The walking/biking trail system is extensive, and if you need a break to rest your legs, benches are strategically placed at scenic spots.

Several fun family things to do in Wascana Park include taking a ferry boat ride around the lake, renting canoes or kayaks, riding a Segway, or strolling through the Habitat Conservation Area . If the kids need to burn off some energy, swing by any one of the four playgrounds.

The Royal Saskatchewan Museum is located a short distance from downtown and is a perfect way to spend an afternoon with the family. The museum has five major galleries: Life Sciences, First Nations, Earth Sciences, Megamunch, and a gallery area for traveling exhibits.

Within the Life Sciences gallery, you'll find three sections that deal with the province as a whole, how the province fits into the global environment, and how humans have impacted the natural features of the province. The First Nations gallery deals with their history, past, and present.

In the Earth Sciences gallery, you'll find Scotty, which the museum claims is "the most massive tyrannosaurus rex in the world." Other displays in this gallery include giant reptiles and other dinosaurs, along with animals that flourished after the demise of the dinosaurs.

The most interactive gallery is called Megamunch , home to a robotic dinosaur that will be sure to delight the younger members of your group.

The Royal Saskatchewan Museum also has another location in Eastend. This location has multiple dinosaur skeletons; displays on the Cretaceous period; and pieces of a meteorite that landed near Buzzard Coulee in November, 2008.

Address: 2445 Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://www.royalsaskmuseum.ca/

Housed in a beautiful old building that fuses old and new, the Saskatchewan Science Centre is a must-visit when in town, especially if you have kids.

The center has five signature exhibits covering all manner of interesting things. The Richardson Ag-Grow-Land exhibit covers all aspects of farming and has an interactive display that lets you crawl to the top of a grain elevator.

The Building Connections exhibit examines the construction of homes and features an interactive display that actually allows you to build a home. Another fun exhibit is Mapping Mayhem, where you can move buildings around on a giant map on the floor.

Wild Saskatchewan covers aspects of the environmental situation presently in Saskatchewan and poses questions about the future. Critter Cave houses a collection of bats; the Science of Hockey provides an analytical view of Canada's favorite game plus allows you to take shots at a virtual goalie.

Outside of the building and free to use, is the Ukrainian Science Park. This playground incorporates elements of science into play.

Address: 2903 Powerhouse Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://www.sasksciencecentre.com/

The MacKenzie Art Gallery has the distinction of being Saskatchewan's oldest public art gallery.

The gallery is proud of their diverse and extensive collection and promote it with the phrase: "5,000 Years of Culture" and "5,000 Works of Art." The gallery is especially well known for its indigenous artwork, known as the Kamplemarcher Collection.

The MacKenzie Art Gallery has a well-regarded café on the premises called Craft Services. Located throughout the café are the eclectic works of Bill Burns.

The gallery is located near the Science Centre, and the two can be easily combined for a pleasant afternoon of learning and culture.

Address: 3475 Albert Street, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://mackenzie.art/

Government House is set on grounds with century-old mature trees and extensive flower gardens. Also on the same property is the Lieutenant Governor's home . Admission is free .

The building is one of the oldest in the province and dates from 1891. It is a brick building in the Italianate style with a circular drive out front. In the early days of the province, it was the main place for society events.

Inside are five exhibits and galleries, including the Amédée Forget Museum, the J.E.N. Wiebe Interpretive Centre, the QEII Art Gallery, the Once Upon a Time Room, and the Sylvia Fedoruk Conservatory.

Outside are the Edwardian Gardens with beautifully arranged annuals, including an amazing assortment of over 5,700 tulips.

Address: 4607 Dewdney Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: http://governmenthousesk.ca/

Regina has been at the crossroads of commerce in the prairies for well over a century. The result of this is a wonderful collection of restored historical buildings near downtown. An up-and-coming trendy area of the city, it is the place to be and be seen on weekend evenings.

Housed in these buildings are over 600 businesses. These include restaurants, shops, and other interesting retail offerings , including vintage clothing stores, home decor shops, and one-of-a-kind establishments. Most stores are locally owned and are found only in Regina.

Address: Between Albert Street and Winnipeg Street and 4th Ave and the railyards.

Official site: https://www.warehousedistrict.ca/

A bit off the beaten track, the Regina Floral Conservatory is not the easiest spot to find. Housed in a nondescript building tucked in behind a city services building, the Regina Floral Center doesn't look particularly intriguing from the outside.

However, it's inside where the interesting things grow. The permanent collection includes trees from around the world, colorful blooming plants, and succulents. The plants are rotated on a regular basis, ensuring that throughout the year six different displays are available for viewing.

There's nothing quite like stepping into a warm, humid, sunny building in the depths of a Regina winter, so if you need a hit of the tropics, swing by this free attraction .

Address: 1450B 4th Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://reginafloralconservatory.ca/

A short stroll from the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, Stone Hall Castle is one of Regina's more unique attractions. The story behind the construction of the house, which dates from 1926, relates back to a tornado that devastated downtown Regina in 1912. The home was built to withstand the fiercest storms the Prairies could throw at it. It even has a bomb shelter in the basement.

The interior is dark, with stone walls and dark wood ceilings. The masonry work is spectacular, with interior balconies, enormous fireplaces, and a stone hot tub. Be sure to check out the ornate four-poster hand-carved bed in the master bedroom.

Address: 2210 College Avenue, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: http://www.stonehallcastle.com/

Each Saturday throughout the summer and fall , Regina Farmers' Market takes place in the heart of downtown. Considering Saskatchewan is the breadbasket of Canada, there's no better place to get the freshest produce.

Street vendors set up at City Square Plaza along 12th street. If you are unsure of the location, just head for the Mosaic Tower, Regina's tallest building. Vendors sell all types of fresh and preserved foods, including baked goods, local honey, candy, and beverages.

Also on-site are food trucks should you work up an appetite. Picnic tables are nearby in City Square.

Official site: https://reginafarmersmarket.ca/

Fans of Canadian Football are passionate about their home team, and Regina is no exception. In fact, the fans of the Saskatchewan Roughriders are some of the best examples of hometown pride.

If you find yourself in Regina during the season, which runs from June until October, when the Roughriders are playing at Mosaic Stadium, it's imperative that you attend a game. You'll be surrounded by some of the friendliest folks on the planet, cheering on a team that over the years has both disappointed and thrilled its fanbase.

Don't worry if you don't know the rules or what's going on, just the feeling of being at the game is an experience you'll not soon forget.

Tickets are surprisingly affordable and easy to come by, unless it's getting near playoff time, then they become pretty scarce. The stadium itself is modern, and one of the best in Canada to not only see games but concerts and other major events.

Address: 1700 Elphinstone Street, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://www.evrazplace.com/facilities/mosaic-stadium

As you drive across the endless flat lands of Saskatchewan, the furthest thing from your mind is probably mountain climbing; however, you may be pleasantly surprised that this endeavor is easily available in Regina.

The Regina Climbing Center has a variety of man-made climbing walls that are suitable for all ages. An ideal family thing to do while in town, these walls will provide hours of entertainment and are an ideal way to burn off some of the youthful energy of the younger set.

Day passes are available for climbing slots Tuesday through Friday. All first-timers are taught safety procedures and then watched over by certified climbing instructors.

Address: 606 B Solomon Cres, Regina, Saskatchewan

Official site: https://climbingcentre.ca/

The cultural heartbeat of Regina finds its home at the Globe Theatre. It's housed in the historical Prince Edward Building dating from 1909. There's no better place in town to see a play, musical performance, or comedy routine. Almost every seat has unobstructed views of the stage.

A regular rotation of shows find their way onto the Globe's stage; some are local, many are from out of province or even international.

The theater is undergoing a major renovation that will see its aging infrastructure replaced and repaired to a level required by today's bylaws. Until the renovations are complete, shows are taking place around the city at different venues. Location information is available online.

Luxury Hotels:

• For a taste of history, consider staying at The Hotel Saskatchewan, Autograph Collection . Originally a Canadian Pacific Railway Hotel dating from 1927, this posh hotel offers a variety of rooms, many of which overlook Victoria Park.
• For something a little more modern, just a few blocks away is the Delta Hotels by Marriott Regina with an indoor pool.
• Also nearby is the Double Tree by Hilton Hotel & Conference Center Regina , with rooms on the upper floors featuring good views of Wascana Park.

Mid-Range Hotels:

• For those looking for a bit more space and kitchen facilities, the Residence Inn by Marriott Regina is a good option. The hotel is one of the most recent additions to the accommodation scene in town.
• If you have young kids or are young at heart, the Best Western Plus Eastgate Inn & Suites , with its waterslide and other fun water features, can't be beat.
• Offering larger than average sized rooms, the Comfort Suites Regina offers good value in a convenient location.

Budget Hotels:

• If you need to be near the airport, consider the Days Inn by Wyndham Regina Airport West.
• The recently renovated Super 8 by Wyndham Regina is another good choice if you're on a budget.

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Saskatoon gets bigger musical acts than Regina. Would a new arena for YQR move the needle?

Population and venue size are only part of the issue, says one production company owner.

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Garth Brooks may have packed Mosaic Stadium in 2019 — but post pandemic, Regina's $278 million stadium and adjacent but aging Brandt Centre have struggled to recruit major music acts over Saskatoon's SaskTel Centre

"The [Regina] stadium is a beautiful facility, and I think perhaps the citizens were sold sort of a false bill of goods when it came to 'If you build it, they will come,'" said Chad Guy, owner of Chad Guy Productions, who's currently the production manager for American singer Morgan Wallen.

"That's just not the case unfortunately in this business where we need to make money. It takes ticket sales to do that."

• 'This is why we built the stadium,' Regina mayor says as Garth Brooks concert announced

Saskatoon has just seen a flurry of international artists announcing tour dates, with Snoop Dogg, Billy Idol and Heart all announcing SaskTel Centre as their sole Saskatchewan stops on upcoming tours.

"Saskatoon, it seems every other day or every other week there's a concert announcement. This past week, there has been four concert announcements, boom, boom, boom, boom, and we got nothing," said music fan Nathan Clearihue.

He said he chose the house he bought mainly for its proximity to Mosaic Stadium and the Brandt Centre, but with the exception of acts like Brooks in 2019 and Guns and Roses in 2017, it's been quiet on the music front at the venues.

Clearihue's hoping the potential new arena that's been discussed for the city's downtown might help with that. Saskatoon's SaskTel Centre has a seating capacity of about 15,000 seats, while the Brandt Centre has fewer than 6,000. Then there's Edmonton and Calgary, with bigger facilities and more people.

"We need something with more capacity, then we can start attracting bigger names. We can maybe steal a couple of shows from Saskatoon," Clearihue said.

That's also the hope for the city's mayor, who says a new arena for the city includes plans for about 10,000 seats, plus capacity for around 1,000 floor seats.

"The question becomes, we're competing with larger and more competitive buildings," Sandra Masters said during an interview on CBC's The Morning Edition .

What are Regina residents willing to pay? 

Ticket sales are also a major issue. Most agree that Reginans aren't typically willing to shell out $200 a ticket for a major concert. 

"I hear from individuals, 'If you booked Elton John, I would buy the ticket,'" Masters noted. "You don't have the building to book the act so you can't sell the tickets. And it's a bit of a relationship and a momentum gain. You have to have consistency in delivering events and you have to have the venue."

This music industry insider gets real about why Regina doesn't get big concerts

That consistency and reputation for being able to put on concerts and sell tickets is definitely missing in Regina, said Guy.

"I will say that the concert business is a very tight-knit community, and a lot of these shows and opportunities are based on relationships that are formed over 20 to 30 years of doing business with promoters," he said. 

Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL), a not-for-profit municipal corporation that oversees Regina's sports and entertainment facilities, hasn't had a staff member who has built these kind of relationships that would address the problem, he said.

"Now the big challenge post-COVID is that when the world was shut down for two years and we didn't get to do concerts and all these things, you forget how to do it," he said, explaining it's a challenge for staff to build up the muscle memory for staging and hosting these kind of major productions.

REAL challenges  

Tim Reid, former president for REAL District, touched on the difficulty in attracting acts to Regina in the past and through the course of the pandemic, as he spoke to city council about the organization's mounting debt load.

• REAL must pay back $8M after audit on pandemic wage subsidy
• City of Regina questions sustainability of REAL business model, as company seeks to take on debt

Since Reid was dismissed without cause in January, Roberta Engels is now serving as REAL's acting president and CEO.

She agreed it is difficult for Regina to convince acts to come play the city's arena, due to its smaller capacity. 

"It's been since pre-COVID before we've actually sold out a concert," she said. "That being said, I do want to highlight the fact that we have brought in some amazing acts during QC EX [Queen City Ex] and have hit record attendance."

Acts like Jason Derulo and Flo Rida have played the annual exhibition in the past, with Ludacris slated to play the Ex this year — all signs that REAL District does have the connections to bring these acts to the city, she said.

So how does REAL convince these acts to come to the fair? With the Queen City Ex, REAL pays for the act so that the concert promoter doesn't take on any loss for making the stop, she said.

"In the Brandt Centre, there's the option of buying a concert, which means REAL would take 100 per cent of the risk on," she explained, saying REAL has to consider the act's popularity and the likelihood of selling out the arena.

"If we have a break even that's greater than 75 per cent of ticket sales, we won't even pursue it. We need to manage our risk."

Engel and Guy agree on one thing: for the city to attract concerts, people need to show their willingness to buy tickets and come out to events.

"Regina's a city that seems to have gotten used to the attitude that it's OK to be just OK," Guy said.

He said that translates into people's support of the arts.

He believes that a new arena may not on its own bring in more concerts, without hiring the right person or people for REAL to guide change.

"It's going to take someone with a real commitment and relationships to fix this problem."

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Janani Whitfield is a journalist based in Regina. Contact her at [email protected].

With files from The Morning Edition