City: New Westminster
Top Things to do in New Westminster
The 10 Best Things to do in New Westminster, Canada
New Westminster is a historically important city in the Lower Mainland region of British Columbia, Canada, and is a member municipality of the Greater Vancouver Regional District. It was founded by Major-General Richard Moody as the capital of the new-born Colony of British Columbia in 1858, and continued in that role until the Mainland and Island Colonies were merged in 1866, and was the Mainland's largest city from that year until it was passed in population by Vancouver during the first decade of the 20th Century.
Restaurants in New Westminster
1. Irving House
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 37 reviews
Located in the heart of the Royal City, Irving House is one of the oldest community heritage sites in BC. Step back to the 1800s as you enter the colonial home of Captain William Irving, King of the Fraser River. Over 140 years of memories live within Irving House "...the handsomest, the best and most home-like house of which British Columbia can yet boast..." was how Irving House was described in the British Columbian newspaper in April 1865. With 14 furnished rooms to enjoy, Irving House is a must-see for everyone interested in New Westminster's past and anyone interested in the Victorian and Edwardian periods, heritage architecture or colonial BC.
Reviewed By troy318 - Ottawa, Canada
This visiting was important to me to feel the soul of family who lived in this house. The dresses which daughters (Mary and Neil!) of a family wore took me a tunnel of history of a family. İt is an orginal house.
2. The Royal Westminster Regiment Historical Society and Museum
3. Queen's Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 172 reviews
Reviewed By murraym368 - New Westminster, Canada
While most reviews are based on the park’s nature views and “walk ability”, I thought I would point out the sporting nature of the park. First though the positive reviews already posted about the park are spot on. As well though, you can see some excellent hockey games and indoor sporting events in the arena, and see lacrosse games on the field.
4. Wait for Me Daddy Sculpture
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Reviewed By gregmR137ES - Southampton, Canada
This is a great tribute to the soldiers leaving for WW2, especially since it is based on a real event. The sculpture does a great job capturing a famous photo of the little boy breaking free of his mother to say good bye to his father. It is interesting to see how the area has changed since the photo was taken.
5. Westminster Pier Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 101 reviews
Reviewed By tonyl255 - Vancouver, Canada
Finally ! the Pier Park re - open on April 2 , the City of New Westminster done a awesome job ,since the arsonist on September last year , ,now lest area them before , but still very relax , spacious , safe open feeling , magnificent views of Fraser River , ,lovely new play ground for the kids and lot of new benches and chairs ,still great family fun ,and jogging and walking or dog walking , every one excellent in Social Distance well follow the guidelines !
6. Quayside Esplanade & Boardwalk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 56 reviews
Reviewed By cindygI1914KF - New Westminster, Canada
Stunning gardens, paved and very safe. My favourite place to relax and enjoy the Fraser River????Highly suggest taking your family, friends or just strolling along.
7. Friendship Gardens & Tipperary Park
8. New Westminster Quay
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 259 reviews
Reviewed By lindacO1978GC - New Westminster, Canada
Between the lovely gardens and the action on the Fraser there’s I always something new to see. There is a board walk and many seating bays, benches to stop and watch the tugs, container ships and trains crossing the bridge. You can easily spend more than an hour just reading about the working Fraser on the placards along the walk.
9. Anvil Centre
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 56 reviews
Anvil Centre is a boutique conference centre conveniently located in the heart of the City of New Westminster. Designed to accommodate a wide range of events, arts and cultural activities, and both City and community-led programs, Anvil Centre is a vibrant gathering space and is New Westminster’s commercial and cultural hub.
Reviewed By cathyjames2019 - Surrey, Canada
Intimate theatre to enjoy live performances...great venue. In an upcoming part of New Westminster...lots of dining choices in area
10. Brewery District
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 18 reviews
The Brewery District is a dynamic, progressive district offering a mix of residential high-rises, shops and office buildings.
Reviewed By JeremyL310 - Nanaimo, Canada
Close to hospital has some good coffee shops and places to sit and think about things if your waiting for doctor. There is a small park for kids to play at as well.
