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The Tunnels of Moose Jaw

The Tunnels of Moose Jaw, Moose Jaw

 ronco4704 Says:  A fun adventure, this tour is based on local lore about the tunnels. They were thought to be old wives tales until a car fell through the road about 20 years ago. Rumor has it that Al Capone ran a bootlegging business here.There are two tours: The Al Capone tour and the... 

Western Development Museum

Western Development Museum, Moose Jaw

 Karolina01 Says:  The branch of WDM in Moose Jaw is about the history of transportation in Saskatchewan. You will see large collection of antique cars, trucks and other vehicles. Also there are a lot of aircraft and steam locomotives. 

The Tunnels of Moose Jaw

The Tunnels of Moose Jaw, Moose Jaw

 Karolina01 Says:  It is a museum, open every day exept Dec. 25There are two tours and each lasts 50 minutes. One tour is about the early history of Chinese immigrants in Canada. The other is about the Chicago connection and Al Capone. 

City Hall

City Hall, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  City Hall is a classic structure. Gives this smallish city a regal air. The city may be small, but it is not to be trifled with (unless, of course, your name is Al Capone, then trifle away).The City of Moose Jaw has one of the best websites around for a city of its size. If... 

River Street Red

River Street Red, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  At one time Moose Jaw was a trendy place. A Capone bootlegger dressed snazzily and had plenty of dames. Those were the days.... 

A tribute to the railroad

A tribute to the railroad, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  Saskatchewan was tamed by horse, plough and thresher, but none of that would have been possible without the railroad to haul the cargo across the vast expanses of Canada for distribution.This mural is named "Remember Old 80". 

Brunswick Hotel

Brunswick Hotel, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  Moose Jaw was incorporated as a city on November 20, 1903. That means as I write this tip--Moose Jaw is 100 years and two days old. On theday of incorporation the newly formed city held a celebration at the Brunswick Hotel. It is said that the festivities lasted until 3:30... 

Many murals of Moose Jaw

Many murals of Moose Jaw, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  It is a charming tradition to decorate the old brick and mortar buildings with murals chronicling the history of Moose Jaw and Saskatchewan. In this case we have a mural showing the importance of agriculture in this part of the world. The endless grainfields of Saskatchewan... 

Al Capone haunts Moose Jaw

Al Capone haunts Moose Jaw, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  Most people associate Al Capone with Chicago and Alcatraz. But the infamous and cutthroat mobster had to get his bootleg booze from somewhere. It became impractical supplying the thirsty denizens of a city the size of Chicago with bathtub hootch. Capone was first and... 

Moose Jaw Tunnels

Moose Jaw Tunnels, Moose Jaw

 beetle75 Says:  They tell about the history of Al Capone. These are dug tunnels that take you from one building on one side of the street, under the street to another building on the other side of the street. The acting is spectacular. 

Hotels  

Comfort Inn Moose Jaw

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Temple Gardens Mineral Spa Resort

 1 Review and 270 Opinions  Very enjoyable stay. Had a massage at the spa, then lounged in the mineral pool. Our room was either... 

Restaurants  

Chocolate Moose Fudge Factory: Homemade goodness

Chocolate Moose Fudge Factory: Homemade goodness, Moose Jaw

 DSwede Says:  Named the Chocolate Moose, it is actually more of a tourist souvenir store than a sweets shop. There's lots of t-shirts, posters, souvenir mugs, etc. Quite large selection, but I wasn't looking closely so I can't speak for the prices.The fudge and ice cream counter is what... 

Java Express: Yummy Desserts

Java Express: Yummy Desserts, Moose Jaw

 Karolina01 Says:  Actually this is a coffee shop, but you can order a lunch or a dessert as well. I ordered a coffee and a cheese cake. 

Mc Donald's: Fast Food

Mc Donald's: Fast Food, Moose Jaw

 Karolina01 Says:  Well, OK this is just another Mc Donald's restaurant, but look at the building isn't it cool and different? I usually order a deli sendwich. 

Brewsters Brewing Company: Skip this one

Brewsters Brewing Company: Skip this one, Moose Jaw

 zrim Says:  It was close to nine o'clock in the evening by the time we checked into the motel. The only real option was fast food or this brew pub which billed itself as the place to be for late night dining. Who can pass up the prospect of a few pints of beer with a hamburger or a... 

Nightlife  

Capone's Hideaway Theme Motel: Be a gangster for a night
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Theme Motel?

For the life of me, I have no idea what a night's stay at Capone's Hideaway Theme Motel would be like. This was our view of the motel as we sat eating our dismal pizza across the street at Brewsters. We saw lots of people come and go from the Theme Motel. They advertise theme rooms. But what goes on inside is anyone's guess. Do they have gangsters burst into the room at three o'clock in the morning with tommy guns ablazing? Or is every mini-bar just filled with Capone's bootleg hootch? All I know is that I'm not brave enough to try to find out.

Updated Nov 22, 2003

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Local Customs  

Gibson Energy Ltd
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Karolina01 205 reviews

Moose Jaw's company, Gibson Energy Ltd., presented
$100,000 to the University of Saskatchewan in May 31St. 2006, the largest gift ever
received by the University from an organization in Moose Jaw.

Written Jun 15, 2006

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Warnings and Dangers  

I include this restaurant as a...
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lauriejeanne 297 reviews

I include this restaurant as a warning -- see the pics below as well as the story on my Regina page...!!

Written Sep 7, 2002

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Off The Beaten Path  

Did you know that Moose Jaw...
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Caribou 4 reviews

Did you know that Moose Jaw has a hot spring that you can soak in? On the fourth floor of Temple Gardens Hotel is a mineral spa. The healing waters are suppose to be very similar to those that the Romans bathed in in Bath, England. I was fortunate enough to be be able to watch the Canada Day (July 1st) fireworks from the hot springs. If you find yourself in this small town in Saskatchewan, the spa is definitely worth a visit!

Written Aug 26, 2002

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