Suburbs

White Rock beach in Semiahmoo Bay, near the U.S. boarder crossing, is a pleasant attraction in the summer. The beachfront drive is filled with restaurants and Gelato shops. This area is also a heaven for artists.

The Queen's Park neighbourhood of New Westminster is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in BC, with many old mansions dating back to the 1890's. Queen's Park is a nice urban refuge, which houses the New Westminster Arts Council.The Irving House Historical Centre, at 302 Royal Avenue in New Westminster, is the best historical museum in the lower mainland. Finished in 1865 and a museum since 1950, this mansion was built by Captain William Irving. And the best part about this little known gem is that admission is by donation. The New Westminster Museum and Archives are located in a building on the property, just behind the mansion.