Discover the Legacy at Riel House National Historic Site

Getting There

• Public Transit

  To get to Riel House National Historic Site using Winnipeg's public transit, start by locating a bus stop near you. If you're in downtown Winnipeg, head to the downtown bus terminal at 123 Main St. From there, take Bus 78 or Bus 19 heading towards South St. Vital. You will need to transfer at the St. Vital Centre. Once at St. Vital Centre, switch to Bus 74 or Bus 75. Ride the bus until you reach the stop at River Road and the Riel House (approximately 30 minutes ride from St. Vital Centre). From the bus stop, walk approximately 5 minutes north on River Road to reach Riel House, located at 330 River Rd.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer to bike to Riel House, start in downtown Winnipeg and head south on the Assiniboine Riverwalk. Follow the river until you reach the Forks. At the Forks, continue along the river path heading southeast until you reach the St. Vital Park area. From there, follow the bike paths until you hit River Road. Riel House is located at 330 River Rd, which is easily accessible from the bike trails. Expect the ride to take approximately 30-40 minutes depending on your pace.

• Walking

  If you are within walking distance, you can enjoy a scenic route to Riel House. Start your walk along the Red River, heading towards the Forks. From the Forks, exit the park area and head southeast along the riverwalk path until you reach St. Vital Park. Continue on the paths until you reach River Road. Riel House is located at 330 River Rd. This walk can take around 1-1.5 hours depending on your starting point and pace.