Assiniboine Park Self-Guided Audio Tour: Leo Mol Sculpture Garden

Walk Assiniboine Park on your schedule, audio guide in your pocket

A self-guided smartphone audio tour of Winnipeg's Assiniboine Park plays commentary automatically as you walk past the Pavilion, Pooh Gallery, Lyric Theatre, Steam Locomotive No. 6043, the zoo, Nature Playground, English Garden and Leo Mol Sculpture Garden. Download the tour on WiFi before arriving, start whenever you like, and pause as long as you need at gardens or attractions. The route follows paved paths plus some compact gravel or mulch sections. Attraction admission and a smartphone are not included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Assiniboine Park highlights

• Cross Assiniboine Park Footbridge
• Visit Streuber Family Children’s Garden
• See Pavilion and Pooh Gallery
• View Lyric Theatre outdoor stage
• Pass athletic fields and recreation areas
• Discover seasonal light festivals
• Follow Terry Fox Fitness Trail
• Admire The Leaf and Diversity Gardens
• See Steam Locomotive No. 6043
• Discover Red River cart history
• Pass cricket fields
• Ride seasonal miniature steam train
• See Assiniboine Park Zoo exterior
• Meet Winnie-the-Pooh statue
• Explore Nature Playground
• See Toboggan Hill in winter
• Pause at Riley Family Duck Pond
• Wander English Garden paths
• Enjoy Leo Mol Sculpture Garden

The experience

You arrive at Assiniboine Park with a free afternoon and a smartphone. Download the tour on WiFi before you go: no data or signal needed once you start walking. The GPS map shows your location and the route ahead, and audio commentary plays automatically as you pass each stop: the Footbridge crossing the Assiniboine River, the Streuber Family Children's Garden with its tunnels and climbing features, the Pavilion with its free Pooh Gallery celebrating Winnipeg's connection to Winnie-the-Pooh, the Lyric Theatre, Steam Locomotive No. 6043, and the Riley Family Duck Pond. You move at your own pace, pause for as long as you want, and skip ahead if a stop doesn't interest you.

The route takes in the park's gardens and cultural landmarks: The Leaf and Canada's Diversity Gardens, the English Garden's winding paths through seasonal blooms, and the free Leo Mol Sculpture Garden where art sits in the landscape. You'll pass the zoo (optional paid admission inside), the Nature Playground, and the Terry Fox Fitness Trail. The path is mostly paved, with some compact gravel or mulch sections. Trivia questions at each stop are optional, and customer service is available by phone or email if you need help.

The tour stays on your phone. You keep it and can return to it anytime through the Tripvia Tours app for Android or iOS. Service animals are welcome, and all areas are wheelchair accessible. Public transportation options are nearby if you're not driving to the park.

What’s included

• GPS-guided route with live map showing your location.
• audio commentary that plays automatically at each stop.
• trivia questions at each point of interest (optional).
• access to the tour anytime through the Tripvia Tours app after download.
• customer service by phone and email.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

AgesAdult (5 and older) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupPrivate

Audio guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Tripvia Tours

Is this one for you?Start from wherever you're staying in Winnipeg: public transportation reaches the park, so you don't need a car to arrive. The self-guided format means you set the pace and the timing, which works well if you have a free afternoon or want to explore at your own rhythm without waiting for a group departure.

Top questions

Can I start the tour whenever I want, or is there a set time?

You start whenever you like. Download the tour before arriving, then begin walking and press play at any point. There are no time constraints, and you can pause, rest or linger at any stop for as long as you want.

What is the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden and is there an admission fee?

The Leo Mol Sculpture Garden is a free outdoor art space within Assiniboine Park where sculptures sit in the landscape. It's included in the tour route and has no separate admission charge.

Do I need a data plan or cell signal to use the audio tour?

No. Download the tour on WiFi before you arrive, and the GPS map and audio work without any signal or data use during your walk. The tour is self-contained on your phone.

What surfaces will I walk on, and can I use a wheelchair or stroller?

The route follows paved paths plus some compact gravel or mulch sections. All areas and surfaces in the park are wheelchair accessible, and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Does the tour include admission to Assiniboine Park Zoo?

No. The tour passes the zoo and you can see it from outside, but admission inside is optional and paid separately. The Pooh Gallery at the Pavilion and the Leo Mol Sculpture Garden are both free.

What do I need to bring to use this tour?

You need a smartphone or tablet with the Tripvia Tours app installed (available for Android and iOS). Headphones or earbuds are optional but recommended. Attraction admission and the device itself are not included.