Things to do in Westminster, Colorado
- The city was originally incorporated in 1911 as Harris, named after a local land developer, before being renamed Westminster in honor of Westminster University.
- Westminster sits on a portion of the original 640-acre farm owned by pioneer Bronson Husted Eaton, which was later subdivided into the city's first townsite.
- The city maintains a unique 'transit-oriented development' plan for its downtown area to integrate commuter rail infrastructure with urban density.
- Westminster has been designated a 'Tree City USA' for over 30 years due to its rigorous municipal forestry management program.
About Westminster, Colorado
Westminster is a prominent suburban community situated between Denver and Boulder, defined by its extensive trail network and commitment to open space. The city features the Majestic View Nature Center, which serves as a hub for understanding the local high-plains ecosystem. Residents and visitors frequently utilize the city's vast park system, including the scenic Squires Park. While serving as a residential center, its strategic location provides immediate access to major regional cultural and recreational venues.
Highlights of Westminster, Colorado
The places our editors single out — and why they're worth your time.
Top things to do in Westminster, Colorado
The 168 highest-rated places in Westminster, Colorado, ranked by travellers.
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Coors Field is the home stadium of the Colorado Rockies Major League Baseball team, located in the LoDo district of Denv...
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Zoos
Denver Zoo is a 80-acre nonprofit zoological facility located within City Park in Denver, Colorado. It serves as a conse...
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Museums
The Denver Art Museum is home to an extensive collection of Western and regional art housed across two distinctive build...
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Zoos
The Downtown Aquarium in Denver is a multifaceted entertainment complex featuring a public aquarium with over a million...
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Venues
Empower Field at Mile High serves as the primary home stadium for the NFL's Denver Broncos. The stadium is located at an...
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Amusement parks
Elitch Gardens is a dual-concept amusement park and water park situated in downtown Denver. It features over 50 rides, i...
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Venues
The Mission Ballroom is a state-of-the-art concert venue in Denver's RiNo (River North) Art District, engineered with a...
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Museums
Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum occupies a historic hangar at the former Lowry Air Force Base in Denver. The f...
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Parks
Water World is one of the largest public water parks in the United States, spanning nearly 70 acres in Federal Heights,...
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Parks
Sloan's Lake Park is Denver's second-largest park, featuring a 177-acre lake at its center. The area provides a 2.6-mile...
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Venues
The Denver Performing Arts Complex spans four city blocks and 12 acres, making it one of the largest performing arts cen...
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Zoos
The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National Wildlife Refuge encompasses 15,000 acres of prairie, wetland, and woodland habitats...
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Venues
The Paramount Theatre is a historic Denver venue that originally opened in 1930 as a movie palace. Designed in the Art D...
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Venues
The Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre serves as the primary proscenium stage within the Denver Performing Arts Complex. Designe...
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Venues
Dick’s Sporting Goods Park is a 18,000-seat soccer-specific stadium serving as the home pitch for the Colorado Rapids of...
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Parks
Confluence Park serves as the functional meeting point of the South Platte River and Cherry Creek in downtown Denver. It...
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Museums
The History Colorado Center is a state-run facility featuring interactive, multi-sensory exhibits focused on the geograp...
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Museums
The Molly Brown House Museum is the historic Denver residence of Margaret Brown, a social activist and survivor of the 1...
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Venues
The Gothic Theatre is a historic 1920s Art Deco cinema converted into an intimate live music venue located in Englewood,...
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Venues
The Arvada Center for the Arts and Humanities is a comprehensive cultural complex featuring three theater spaces, three...
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Amusement parks
Lakeside Amusement Park is a historic, family-owned theme park featuring a significant collection of vintage rides and m...
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Parks
Ruby Hill Park is a 71-acre public space in southwest Denver characterized by significant topographical elevation that p...
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Museums
The Forney Museum of Transportation houses a collection of over 600 artifacts related to historical transportation, prim...
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Temples
The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception is a French Gothic Revival church completed in 1912, characterized b...
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Venues
The Bellco Theatre is a multi-purpose indoor venue situated within the Colorado Convention Center in downtown Denver. It...
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Parks
James A. Bible Park is a 40-acre municipal urban park located in the University Hills neighborhood of Denver. The park f...
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Places of interest
The Big Blue Bear, officially titled 'I See What You Mean', is a 40-foot tall sculpture by Colorado-based artist Lawrenc...
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Parks
Berkeley Lake Park is a prominent urban recreational space centered around a 23-acre lake located in northwest Denver. T...
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Museums
The Museum of Contemporary Art Denver (MCA Denver) is a non-collecting institution, meaning it does not hold a permanent...
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Plan your visit to Westminster, Colorado
June through August, when the warm climate is optimal for visiting outdoor recreational facilities and water parks.
2-3 days to explore the local nature centers, municipal parks, and nearby regional attractions.
A personal vehicle is the most practical way to navigate the area, though regional bus services connect Westminster to the broader Denver metro transit network.
The area near the US-36 corridor provides the most convenient access to both Denver and Boulder, with numerous hotels concentrated around the Westminster Promenade.
Mid-range; lodging and dining costs are generally consistent with suburban Colorado averages.
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Coors Field is the highest-rated place to visit in Westminster, Colorado right now.
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