National GeographicJul 11, 2026
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
With the South Saskatchewan flowing through the middle of town, river life is "integral to the heart of the city," says Patti McGillivray, vice president of the Saskatoon Heritage Society. "Almost ...
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- MoSoFestFestivalSaskatoon's most diverse festival, featured 60 bands
- Potash Corp WintershinesFestivalTakes place late January/early February
- Delta BessboroughHotelIconic hotel, opened in 1932, overlooks the river
- Saskatoon Bicycle RentalsPlaceRent a cruiser, tandem, or longboard here
- Meewasin ParkParkBike or hike trails alongside the water
- Wanuskewin Heritage ParkParkDiscover 6,000 years of First Nation history
- Lake DiefenbakerSightIt was formed by the construction of the Gardiner Dam and the Qu'Appelle River Dam across the South Saskatchewan and…
- RiverhurstPlaceFree ride on Saskatchewan's largest ferry
- James HotelHotelModern, high-end boutique hotel with 59 rooms
- Berry BarnRestaurantEnjoy Saskatoon berries in pies, jams, condiments
- Truffles BistroRestaurantFrench-inspired dining
- CaloriesRestaurantRestaurant with a notable ambience
- Two Gun Quiche HouseRestaurantLoad up on quiche here
- Duck Duck GooseRestaurantSample tapas
- Weczeria Food & WineRestaurantVoted favorite restaurant in Planet S poll
- Amigos CantinaRestaurantNightclub with Tex-Mex on the menu
- Sask Made MarketplaceMarketShop for local farmers and artisans' products
- Lucky BastardPlaceBoutique distillery praised for berry liqueurs
- Little Manitou LakeSightFloat effortlessly in saline, mineral-rich waters
- South Saskatchewan RiverHotelWelcome to Alt Hotel Saskatoon, located on the banks of the South Saskatchewan River in the heart of downtown!
- South SaskatchewanSight
- Potash Corp Wintershines festivalFestival