Regina Travel Facts

The Basics

City Name: Regina

Where is it located?: Regina is in the southern Saskatchewan.

Why do people go there?: Regina is the capital of Saskatchewan, but feels more like a very large town than a capital city.

How do travelers get there?: Driving is the best, but you can also snag a ride on a bus, train or plane.

Currency: Canadian Dollar

City Code: 306

Population: 200,000

Languages: English, French

Travel Information

Neighborhoods: Al Ritchie, Cathedral, Core Group, Boothill, Glencairn, Glenelm, Coronation Park, Northeast, Uplands

Attractions: RCMP Training Academy, Willow Island, CNT Trolley Tour

Accommodations: Regina Hostels

Tourist Office: http://www.regina.ca/

Off-the-beaten-path: Leader, St. Nicholas Church, Val Marie, Motherwell Homestead

Health Issues: No major health issues.

Tips for Visiting

When to go: Like other parts of Canada, summer is the nicest, but if you’re into winter activities, it’s not a bad time to come.

City Specific Events: Mosaic: A Festival of Cultures, Western Canada Farm Progress Show, Dragon Boat Festival

How to get around?: There is an extensive bus system around this eco-friendly city.

Good to know: Regina is Romanian Orthodox and Roman Catholic’s cathedral city.

Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Regina is the Regina International Airport.

Need more information?: Check out the Regina travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.