Best Outdoor Activities in New Westminster

"Facing English Bay, Kits Beach is one of Vancouver's favorite summertime hangouts. The wide, sandy expanse attracts Frisbee tossers and volleyball players, and those who just like to preen while catching the rays. The ocean is fine for a dip, though serious swimmers should consider the heated Kitsilano Pool, one of the world's largest outdoor saltwater pools."

"Known to locals as Kits or Kits Beach, Kitsilano Beach is where you will find a lot of residents in the summertime. There’s ample park space around the beach for picnics, plus volleyball nets and Kitsilano Pool. The 137m (450ft) outdoor pool is Vancouver’s only saltwater swimming pool, open from mid-May to mid-September."

"Kitsilano Beach is one of Vancouver's favorite summertime hangouts. The wide, sandy expanse attracts buff Frisbee tossers, giggling volleyball players and those who just like to preen while catching the rays. The ocean is fine for a dip."

"Spanish Banks is well-known for promoting tranquillity since amplified sounds of all kind are not permitted. It’s the perfect place for a more peaceful and serene experience – not to mention that it’s also a great spot to host a barbeque with friends & family!. Learn more here:https://vancouversbestplaces.com/top-attractions/vancouvers-best-beaches/spanish-banks"

"There are three distinct parts to Spanish Banks – Spanish Banks East, West and Extension – and its name commemorates the time when the English and Spanish met on its shores in 1792. Spanish Banks East and West have the same amenities, but West is a designated quiet beach. Meanwhile, the Extension is a kiteboarding launch zone."

"This beach popular with residents on Vancouver’s affluent west side actually counts three beaches: West, East, and Extension. All three wind slightly north creating a magnificent view of Vancouver’s skyline and Stanley Park. It’s one of the few beaches in Vancouver with free parking."

"Jericho Beach is one of the more active of Vancouver beaches, but if you are up for some fun activities then it is a great spot to visit. With the Jericho sailing centre right there, this beach is the perfect place for sailing, kayaking, and windsurfing. If you’d rather stay on dry land, there are long stretches of sandy beaches to sit, relax, and build sand castles on!"

"Located west of Kitsilano, Jericho Beach is well liked by swimmers and sailors. The beach’s east side caters to beachgoers, while its west side is for sailboats and windsurfers. Besides swimming, picnicking and enjoying the Vancouver views, there are a lot of fun recreational activities to enjoy at Jericho Beach, including soccer, volleyball, tennis and baseball."

"Located just west of Kitsilano, Jericho Beach is a well-used sandy beach and grassy park in Vancouver. It's a great place for a picnic overlooking the water and watching sail boats in the waters of English Bay from the local Sailing Centre. The beach is named after Jeremiah Rogers who ran a logging camp… read more »"

"Lined with logs for the sun spectators, this is the place to reflect on the day and take a few photos of some of the most vibrant sunsets you’ll probably ever see in your life. Sunset Beach Park is also home to an interesting art piece called Engagement, a 30 foot sculpture of two wedding rings. These were created by world famous artist Dennis Oppenheim, as part of the Vancouver Biennale."

"Sunset Beach is a popular destination, especially in the summer, but the green space behind the beach is equally as popular with locals looking for a place to play a game of soccer, meet friends and soak up the sunshine. Grab a drink from the concession stand and spread out on the grass - on a very hot day you might see someone bringing a slip N slide for everyone to slide down the hill."

"Sunset Beach Park does not put its name to shame, and the stunning sunsets you’ll see here while chatting with a friend over a few bites or brews will be worth the wait. View this post on Instagram. A post shared by Kritsada Akkhapracha (@fedexfc)"

"Canadians have been ordering Tim Hortons iconic Original Blend coffee, Double-Double ™ coffees, Donuts and Timbits® since 1964. Over the years, Tim Hortons has captured the hearts and taste buds of Canadians. Tim Hortons serves fresh"

"When on a vacation, you don’t need to think about your diet. All you need to do is eat well and have fun. Stop by Tim Hortons if you are craving for burgers, sandwiches and wraps, salads and sides or soups and hot bowls."

"#ForkYeah #VancouverEats #YUM #Eat #Food #VancouverFood #YVREats #VancityEats #FoodPorn #Instafood #IGFood #Foodstagram #IGersVancouver #IGdaily #Delicious #Yummy #NYCEats #SFEats #FoodPics #PiggingOut #OinkAway #FoodPhotography #Eeeeeats #FeedFeed #YVRFood #ChinatownYVR #NewtownBakery. A post shared by bigtearice.nyc (@bigtearice.nyc) on May 3, 2019 at 6:35pm PDT. This mom-and-pop joint makes amazing baked goods including dan tat (egg tarts) and baw law bao (pineapple buns)."

"Photo courtesy of By Vegan Feast Catering (Steamed Buns) [CC BY 2.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0)], via Wikimedia Commons. When you want to spend a couple of bucks and take something to go, take a number and get ready for a mouth-watering treat!. New Town Bakery has been around for years and is an institution in Vancouver's Chinatown."

"It’s controlled chaos at New Town, so dive right in, grab a number and when it’s your turn, declare your order to the deadly efficient counter staff."

"Everyone talks about the double bake from Thomas Haas, but what if I told you there was a cheaper double bake option, and at least in a case-by-case comparison in my analysis, that came from a newer entrant in the Vancouver almond croissant scene?. While the almond paste was a little on the short side, it feels like the intention here was to showcase the mastery in flakiness and overall croissant mastery. The folds here were immaculate to say the least and the rise was off the charts relative to everything else on this list."

"We are an independent bakery specializing in naturally leavened sourdough bread and French inspired pastries. We believe in making everything from scratch, with fresh, high quality ingredients. All of our breads are made with whole grains and baked"

"Posing with lovely new friends at Elan Fine Art in front of Landon Mackenzie’s “Mirror Square” painting. A post shared by ELAN FINE ART (@elanfineart) on Nov 27, 2017 at 1:14pm PST. Elan Fine Art displays historical and contemporary art of quality for art enthusiasts living across Metro Vancouver."

"6260 Fraser Street, Vancouver Tel: (604) 325-6555 Web: http://madrasspice.ca/ Twitter: @madrasspice6260 Instagram @MadrasSpice Advice: Open daily for lunch and dinner. My friend Zahra and I enjoyed some of the delicious South Indian and Indo-Chinese dishes as we shared many."

"We have to admit, the latest fried chicken sandwich spot to announce its opening picked an extremely good niche. Why little is known about this new venture, one thing’s for certain- they’ll be specializing in chicken parm sandwiches. Yeah, you read that right, this is some Galapagos-level diversification in the chicken sandwich world."