What to do and see in New Westminster, Canada: The Best Things to do Good for Kids

September 4, 2021 Diedre Savory

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. Hidden Wonders

662 Clarkson St, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 1E1 Canada +1 604-936-1234 [email protected] http://www.hiddenwonders.show
Excellent
100%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 75 reviews

Hidden Wonders

Hidden Wonders is a speakeasy-style performance venue hidden behind a fake business facade in New Westminster's historic district and is the brainchild of two-time world champion of magic, Shawn Farquhar. The seventy-five-minute magic experience will feature effects created to impress Ellen, win the world championship and to fool Vegas’s Penn & Teller twice on their hit television show Fool Us.

Reviewed By Lovetotraveltimes - Vancouver, Canada

My first experience at a magic show and what an amazing evening it proved to be! Sean is an extremely talented magician with a ready wit and entertaining raconteur. It is in an intimate setting of just 30 people which allows for lots of audience participation which we all enjoyed. His magic and sleight of hand are unbelievable, leaving everyone in awe and wonder. The audience included all age groups from teens to adults. I will definitely be recommending this show to all of my friends!

2. Irving House

302 Royal Ave, New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 1H7 Canada +1 604-527-4640 [email protected] http://www.newwestcity.ca/services/arts-and-heritage/museums-and-archives
Excellent
54%
Good
32%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 37 reviews

Irving House

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.

3. Queen's Park

First Street & Third Avenue, New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 2G5 Canada +1 604-777-5111 http://www.newwestpcr.ca/parks/community_parks/queens_park.php
Excellent
61%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 172 reviews

Queen's Park

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. Landmark Cinemas 10 New Westminster

390-800 Carnarvon St, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 0G3 Canada +1 604-549-9292 http://www.landmarkcinemas.com/new-westminster
Excellent
75%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
4%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 111 reviews

Landmark Cinemas 10 New Westminster

Reviewed By cindygI1914KF - New Westminster, Canada

Super great experience, reclining seats! Location is great, as it is minutes from skytrain, lots of restaurants close by.

5. Westminster Pier Park

Begbie Street, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 6Z6 Canada https://www.newwestcity.ca/parks-and-recreation/parks/community-parks/articles/5429.php
Excellent
50%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
3%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 101 reviews

Westminster Pier Park

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

Quayside neighbourhood, New Westminster, British Columbia Canada http://www.newwestcity.ca/parks-and-recreation/parks/community-parks/articles/5504.php
Excellent
61%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
2%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 56 reviews

Quayside Esplanade & Boardwalk

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

511 Royal Ave, New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 1H9 Canada +1 604-527-4567 http://www.newwestpcr.ca/parks/community_parks/friendship_gardens.php
Excellent
30%
Good
61%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 33 reviews

Friendship Gardens & Tipperary Park

8. New Westminster Quay

New Westminster, British Columbia Canada http://rivermarket.ca
Excellent
38%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
3%
Terrible
4%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 259 reviews

New Westminster Quay

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

777 Columbia St, New Westminster, British Columbia V3M 1B6 Canada +1 604-515-3830 [email protected] http://anvilcentre.com/
Excellent
45%
Good
41%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
2%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 56 reviews

Anvil Centre

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. The Original Bike Shop and Cap's Bicycle Museum

434A Columbia St E, New Westminster, British Columbia V3L 3W9 Canada +1 604-524-3611 [email protected] http://theoriginalbikeshop.com
Excellent
44%
Good
44%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
6%
Terrible
6%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 16 reviews

The Original Bike Shop and Cap's Bicycle Museum

Original Bike Shop began in the historic neighbourhood of Sapperton, New Westminster, BC, in 1932. We sell: Sworks, Specialized, Surly, Brodie, Louis Garneau, Dahon, Tern, We The People, Radio. We are experts in touring, bike-packing, road cycling, cyclocross, and recreational riding. Our staff include cyclist who race, commute and adventure. We offer coaching and club rides. We are cyclists!

ThingsTodoPost © 2018 - 2024 All rights reserved.