Explore the Queen’s Park Heritage Houses with our Self-guided Walking Tour
Located within the boundaries of Fifth Street, Queen’s Avenue, Sixth Avenue and Queen’s Park, the neighbourhood hosts the greatest concentration of heritage houses in New Westminster—perfect for any architecture enthusiast.
Historical Walking Tour of Downtown New Westminster
New Westminster was the first capital of British Columbia and is one of Western Canada’s oldest cities. This means that New West is home to some of the province’s oldest structures. Follow along as we explore the historical roots of the Royal City and the rich past of Downtown New West. We’ve listed four prominent buildings for you to explore, […]
Food from Around the World Part Two
Who’s ready is part two of our Food from Around the World the Blog! Read on to discover amazing eats from local New West restaurants featuring the delicious flavours and cuisines of various regions in Asia. Asia China Located at the Starlight Casino in Queensborough, Kirin Seafood Restaurant is known for its Chinese cuisine, including their innovative dim sum. Try […]
Food from Around the World Part One
New Westminster is home to a diverse mix of cultures and this blog post will help you try some tasty eats from around the world. This list features global cuisines that you can find right here in New West! Since there are so many amazing restaurants in New West, we’re splitting up this blog into two parts. This blog post will […]
Indoor Fun in New West
Whether it’s a hot summer afternoon or a rainy winter evening, New West is jam-packed with exciting indoor activities to keep you occupied. If you’re looking for a fun date with your friends, family or a get–together with your coworkers, check out these indoor activities in New West! Get Your Game on at Capital City Arcade & Industry Arcade Experience a blast from the […]
A Bubble Tea Lover’s Guide to New West
New Westminster is the perfect place for bubble tea lovers — but with so many options, it can be hard to know where to start! This handy guide will help you find your next spot to relax and sip some delicious bubble tea! We’ve included several sample drinks to give you an idea of what each bubble tea spot offers. Bobocabana Bobocabana serves up bubble tea made with […]
Spend a Day at Queen’s Park
Queen’s Park is a 75-acre flagship park and nature getaway in New Westminster that’s jam-packed with outdoor activities! Whether you’re the outdoorsy type looking to explore, a family wanting to spend the day together or you just need somewhere to stay active, Queen’s Park has something for everyone.
Four Ways to Keep Cool in New West this Summer
Summer is in full swing, and with record-breaking temperatures, we know staying cool is on everyone’s minds. Here are a few tips to help you beat the heat in New West. Frozen Treats If you love frozen treats, New West is home to some delicious options. Rocky Point Ice Cream has amazing handcrafted flavours. Soft-serve fans should try […]
The Most Instagrammable Spots in New West
New West is a hidden gem in Metro Vancouver with many secrets of its own. To help you navigate the gram-worthy locations in our great city, we’ve rounded up the most Instagrammable spots in New West!
August Activities by the Fraser River
August is an exciting, event-filled month in New West. We’ve highlighted the must-do activities that you can take part in this month right alongside the mighty Fraser River! No matter your interests or skill level, plenty is happening in New West!