Discover Saskatoon

Saskatoon brings together attractions with different focuses: historic buildings and a zoo, walking trails, a riverside landmark, cultural events, and food from Saskatchewan. When planning your trip, what matters most is which of these themes you want to shape your stay. For seasonal rides and a program that changes with each edition, it’s worth checking the latest visitor information.

Historic Sites and Trails

Saskatoon Forestry Farm Park & Zoo is a National Historic Site. The grounds include restored historic buildings and carefully designed garden areas; they are also home to the only CAZA-accredited zoo in Saskatchewan. History and the gardens define the site, while the zoo and trails appeal to other visitor interests. Forestry Farm Park also offers walking trails and a fishing pond. This adds more opportunities to spend time outdoors alongside the historic buildings and zoo.

On the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, The Weir is a prominent landmark and attraction. It is also an educational and recreational hub on the Meewasin Trail, with activities including sightseeing and birdwatching. The “Walking Routes & Maps” page provides access to a map of the Meewasin Valley Trail. The map helps visitors find their way along the trail, while The Weir is a specific destination for sightseeing and birdwatching.

Seasonal Recreation

Nutrien Playland at Kinsmen Park features a 20-metre-high Ferris wheel, a carousel, and the Canpotex Train. The rides operate seasonally and are weather-dependent. There is also a free children’s area with water play, sand play, and a climbing area. The two areas offer different experiences: the rides depend on the season and weather, while the children’s area is described as free and offers play facilities. If you’re visiting specifically for the rides, check their current operating status.

Architecture, Aviation and Local Food

Doors Open Saskatoon celebrates architectural heritage and community engagement. The event offers free guided tours, informative displays, and exhibits in buildings that are normally closed to the public. Participating buildings and the program may change from one edition to another. If Doors Open is the reason for your visit, check the details for the relevant edition. The Saskatchewan Aviation Museum & Learning Centre offers another way to explore the province’s history: it presents the importance of aviation to Saskatchewan’s transformation, development, and future.

In Saskatoon, Gather brings together local food and drinks from independent artisans, farmers, and producers from across Saskatchewan. The mix of vendors and market program may change. SaskMade Marketplace is a destination for tourists and locals seeking a farm-to-fork food experience; its product selection may also vary. The offerings have different focuses: Gather highlights food and drinks from a network of independent vendors, while SaskMade is characterized by its farm-to-fork experience.

Getting Around Saskatoon

Saskatoon Transit has more than 1,400 stops and serves nearly every neighbourhood in Saskatoon. If public transit is important to your trip planning, the network’s coverage offers a general point of reference. The number of stops and network coverage may change over time; check the latest information and routes suited to your specific trips for your stay.

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