Top 7 Places to Visit in
Souris | Manitoba
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Agate Pits
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Discover rare finds and unearth buried treasures when you visit the Souris Agate Pits. Regarded as North America’s largest deposit of semi-precious gems, this twelve-acre glacial deposit is known for agates, but the site has also yielded epidote, jasper, petrified wood, and additional varieties of stones, unique to this area. Travellers from all over the […]
- 8 1st St S, Souris, MB R0K 2C0
- 204-483-2561
- https://www.sourismanitoba.com/visitors/souris-agate-pits/
Canada’s Longest Swinging Bridge
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That’s right Souris is home to Canada’s longest swinging bridge, measuring at 604 feet. With a lot of history behind this official Manitoba Star attraction, like it originally being built in 1904 and reconstructed due to the great floods through the province. With an estimated 5000 visitors a year, not all have the courage to […]
Victoria Park
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With all the history flowing through Souris it is no surprise that this 50-acre oasis is known as one of the oldest parks in the country. Tons of space and activities are found at the park, like hiking, fishing, geocaching, elks’ playground, swimming, and camping. All the space is perfect for a family gathering or […]
The Hillcrest Museum
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Step back in time at the Hillcrest museum by seeing all the fascinating displays of life in the early 1900s. Jam-packed with historically significant artifacts from early prairie life to Aboriginal collections, to the foundation of Souris and its parts in the world wars. A great place for kids to learn and play by seeing […]
The Plum Museum/Visitor Centre
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The 1883 church building is set in the heart of Souris to preserve the history of its beautiful town. The museum is a must-stop for all visitors to the town, as it doubles as the visitor information centre, they have all the info on the ins and outs of this wonderful town. Whatever you would […]
Souris Outdoor Pool
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The best place to beat the heat in the hot Manitoba summers. This heated outdoor pool provides fun for any age with its four slides, lazy river, and beach-like entry. The Souris Pool offers a variety of programming for the public, including aquasizes, swimming lessons, lifeguard training, and public swimming. A great place to spend […]
The Mystical Old Oak Tree
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It’s estimated that the tree has been left unfettered since 1497 A.D., which pre-dates all recorded history in North America. Legend tells that the oak is more than 600 years old and freely offers “an aura of spiritual peace and knowledge” to those seeking it, making it a celebrity focal point for all who visit. […]