Why Visit Regina, Saskatchewan?
Latin for "Queen", in honor of Queen Victoria, Regina is the capital of the Canadian province of Saskatchewan. Often known as "Queen City", the city is packed with green spaces, and filled with friendly citizens. Not too bad a city to be "oot and aboot" in eh?
The Best Time to Visit Regina, Saskatchewan
Regina, SK experiences a humid continental climate. Summers are warm, and winters are extremely cold and dry. The hottest months fall between June and August, with highs averaging at around 27°C (approx. 80°F). The coldest months fall between December and February, with lows averaging at around -19°C (approx. -2.2°F). Regina, SK is driest from November to February, and wettest in June. Snowfall is deepest between February and March.
Hotels in Regina, SK are normally most expensive between July and August. The cheapest time to visit Regina, SK is in December.
Getting Around Regina, Saskatchewan
The nearest major airport to Regina, SK is the Regina International Airport (YQR), approx. 7 km (4.3 miles) west of downtown Regina. The most convenient way to get from Regina International Airport (YQR) to downtown Regina is by taxi. Taxis are available at the commercial lane, located in the short-term parking lot across the Arrivals Level. The journey takes only 4–5 minutes, and costs between CAD7–CAD9 (approx. US$6–US$10.)
The cheapest way of getting to downtown Regina from Regina International Airport (YQR), is by Regina Transit Bus Route 8. The transit service offers 17 bus routes through the city daily, from around 05:45–21:45, Mondays to Fridays, and 08:00–19:00, Saturdays to Sundays. Regina Transit follows the weekend schedule during the holidays. Single rides cost CAD3.25 (approx. US$3.)
Things to Do in Regina, Saskatchewan
Spend the day at Wascana Centre, a park built around Wascana Lake. The park is home to a number of attractions, including the Royal Saskatchewan Museum, the Saskatchewan Science Centre, Mackenzie Art Gallery, and the University of Regina.
Fun Fact: Wascana Centre is larger than New York City’s Central Park!
The Saskatchewan Provincial Legislative Building connects to Wascana Lake via the Queen Elizabeth II Gardens. Both the majestic building and its grounds are worth visiting. Free indoor tours run daily and last approx. 30 minutes. Outdoor tours are self-guided and last approx. 45 minutes.
Just a stone's throw from the Saskatchewan Provincial Legislative Building is the Royal Saskatchewan Museum. The museum has 5 major galleries and a gallery area for traveling exhibits. The Royal Saskatchewan Museum is open daily and runs from 09:30–17:30, Monday to Friday, and 10:00–16:00 during the weekends and holidays. Admissions cost CAD5, which are used as donations to the museum.
Stone Hall Castle is adjacent to the Royal Saskatchewan Museum. This must-see attraction is not only unique, but was built to withstand the fiercest prairie cyclones. Public tours are available from 15:30–20:30, Tuesday to Sunday, and cost CAD50 (approx. US$40) per adult.
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